Taha Rakla (He/Him)
About Taha Rakla (He/Him)
Taha Rakla is a Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Associate currently working at Piper Sandler in New York City. He has a background in anti-bias training and project management, with previous roles at KnowledgeStaff, Equality Maine, and LaGuardia Community College.
Work at Piper Sandler
Taha Rakla serves as a Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Associate at Piper Sandler. He has held this position since 2022, contributing to the firm's commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace. His role involves implementing strategies that promote diversity and equity within the organization.
Previous Experience in Diversity and Inclusion
Prior to his current role, Taha worked at KnowledgeStaff as an Anti-Bias & Trauma-Informed Trainer for nine months in 2021. He also served as a Persuasion Canvasser at Equality Maine for six months in 2012, where he engaged with the community to promote equity initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Taha Rakla has pursued extensive education in the field of diversity and inclusion. He is currently studying at the Society for Diversity and has achieved the Certified Diversity Professional (CDP) designation since 2020. He holds a Bachelor's of Science (B.S.) in Organizational Psychology and Counseling Fundamentals from New York University, completed in 2015.
Background in Project Management and Data Analysis
Taha has a background in project management and data analysis. He worked as a Project Manager at LaGuardia Community College in The Center for Teaching and Learning for eight months in 2017-2018. Additionally, he served as a Data Specialist at the same institution for two years, from 2015 to 2017.
Academic Qualifications
Taha Rakla began his academic journey at Raritan Valley Community College, where he earned an Associate of Arts (A.A.) in Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities in 2012. He also studied at LaGuardia Community College, furthering his education in relevant fields.