Sakima Johnson
About Sakima Johnson
Sakima Johnson serves as the Global Chief People Officer at Porter Novelli, a position she has held since 2024. She has a diverse background in human resources, having worked in various leadership roles across multiple organizations, and holds a JD from New York Law School.
Work at Porter Novelli
Sakima Johnson serves as the Global Chief People Officer at Porter Novelli, a position she has held since 2024. Based in New York, New York, she oversees the company's global human resources strategy and initiatives. Her role focuses on enhancing employee engagement and fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace culture. Johnson's leadership aims to align the human resources function with the overall business objectives of Porter Novelli.
Previous Experience in Human Resources
Before joining Porter Novelli, Sakima Johnson held several significant roles in human resources. She was the Director of Human Resources at Dataminr, Inc. from 2012 to 2016, where she managed HR operations. Johnson also served as the SVP of People at Mode from 2022 to 2023 and as SVP of People & Culture at Insider Intelligence from 2021 to 2022. Additionally, she worked as the Executive Director of Talent at Ogilvy from 2016 to 2021, contributing to talent acquisition and employee development.
Educational Background
Sakima Johnson earned her Juris Doctor (JD) degree from New York Law School, completing her studies from 2004 to 2007. Prior to that, she obtained a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in History from New York University, where she studied from 2002 to 2004. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her expertise in human resources and legal matters.
Specializations and Expertise
Sakima Johnson specializes in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating consulting and talent agreements. She is a licensed attorney with a focus on US family and employment immigration law. Johnson has extensive experience in implementing diversity and inclusion initiatives within the human resources ecosystem, contributing to the development of equitable workplace policies.
Career Timeline
Sakima Johnson's career in human resources spans over a decade. She began her professional journey as an Associate at Merrill R. Cohen & Associates, P.C. from 2007 to 2008. After that, she transitioned to various leadership roles, including her tenure at Ogilvy, where she worked for five years. Johnson has consistently advanced her career in the HR field, taking on increasingly responsible positions leading up to her current role at Porter Novelli.