Martina Winston (She/Her/Hers)
About Martina Winston (She/Her/Hers)
Martina Winston serves as the VP Head of Talent & Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Protective Life, where she focuses on fostering an inclusive workplace. With extensive experience in human resources and diversity leadership, she has held various roles in organizations such as Regions Financial Corporation and Zumba Fitness.
Current Role at Protective Life
Martina Winston serves as the VP Head of Talent & Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) at Protective Life since 2022. In this role, she leads a team of Talent Acquisition Partners, Specialists, and Coordinators. She collaborates closely with a DE&I Program Manager and Specialist to meet organizational objectives. Her focus is on fostering an inclusive environment where all employees can thrive, aligning with the company's commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Previous Experience at Protective Life
Martina Winston has held multiple positions at Protective Life. She worked as a VP Senior HR Partner/Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Leader from 2020 to 2022 and previously served as AVP Senior HR Partner from 2016 to 2017. Additionally, she was an HR Partner from 2014 to 2016 and a 2VP Senior HR Partner/Diversity & Inclusion Leader from 2017 to 2020. Her tenure at Protective Life spans over six years, contributing significantly to HR and DE&I initiatives.
Professional Background in Human Resources
Martina Winston has extensive experience in human resources across various organizations. She worked as a District HR Manager at Best Buy from 2012 to 2014 and as VP, Manager of Affirmative Action/Diversity Recruiting Programs at Regions Financial Corporation from 2008 to 2012. Her background includes managing diversity recruiting programs and implementing affirmative action strategies, enhancing her expertise in DE&I.
Experience in Retail Management
Martina Winston began her career in retail management, serving as a Store Manager at Limited Brands from 2000 to 2008. This eight-year experience provided her with foundational skills in team leadership and operational management, which she later applied in her HR roles.
Zumba Fitness Instructor Background
Martina Winston was a Certified Instructor at Zumba Fitness from 2010 to 2021. During this eleven-year period, she engaged with the community through fitness, promoting health and wellness. This role reflects her commitment to personal development and community involvement.