Liz Kosinski
About Liz Kosinski
Liz Kosinski serves as the Chief People Officer and Head of Business Operations at Sift, where she focuses on building a responsive and high-performing organization. With extensive experience in human resources and organizational psychology, she has held various leadership roles at Sift and other companies, contributing to talent management and operational strategy.
Current Role at Sift
Liz Kosinski currently serves as the Chief People Officer and Head of Business Operations at Sift, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she focuses on building a responsive and high-performing organization that aligns strategically with Sift's mission to enhance trust on the internet. Her responsibilities include overseeing people operations and business strategies to foster a transparent and sustainable workplace.
Previous Experience at Sift
Liz Kosinski has held multiple roles at Sift over the years. She began her tenure as a Talent Manager from 2014 to 2015, followed by positions as Director of People Operations from 2015 to 2017, and Head of People Operations from 2017 to 2018. She served as Vice President of People from 2018 to 2022 and then as Chief People Officer from 2022 to 2024. Her extensive experience at Sift has contributed to her deep understanding of organizational dynamics within the company.
Education and Expertise
Liz Kosinski studied at Millikin University, where she earned a degree in Commercial Music and Music Business from 2002 to 2006. She furthered her education at Northwestern University, achieving a Master of Science in Learning and Organizational Change from 2014 to 2018. Additionally, she completed an Organizational & Leadership Coaching Certification at Northwestern University from 2016 to 2017. Her academic background has equipped her with expertise in organizational and social psychology, learning sciences, and change management.
Professional Involvement and Mentorship
In addition to her role at Sift, Liz Kosinski is actively involved in various professional initiatives. Since 2017, she has been a Working Group Member at WEST Diversity & Inclusion, LLC, contributing to efforts that promote diversity and inclusion in the workplace. She also serves as a Mentor at First Round Fast Track since 2020, where she provides guidance and support to emerging professionals in the industry.
Commitment to Organizational Culture
Liz Kosinski is committed to creating an inclusive and engaging organizational culture at Sift. She aims to ensure that all team members feel supported and informed, fostering an environment conducive to learning and development. Her focus on solving challenging problems and promoting employee engagement reflects her dedication to enhancing the overall workplace experience.