Latonya S.

LaTonya S. has an extensive work history, with their most recent role being the Head of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging at Blue Cross Blue Shield Association since 2022. Prior to this, they were the President of L.Seanior & Associates, LLC from 2015 to 2023, where they focused on implementing comprehensive inclusion strategies in various areas such as workforce inclusion, supplier diversity, and executive coaching. LaTonya also partnered with leading corporations to develop effective DEI strategies.

Before their role at L.Seanior & Associates, LLC, LaTonya held the position of Executive Director, Equity/Office of Business Diversity at Chicago Public Schools from 2018 to 2022. In this role, they led efforts to drive compliance to programs promoting economic equity in procurement activities. LaTonya also played a key role in developing district-wide policies and guidance to ensure equity in all aspects of school operations.

Their earlier experience includes working at Kraft Foods Group as the Director of Corporate Social Responsibility from 2012 to 2015. LaTonya led the procurement Center of Excellence and was responsible for multiple corporate programs focused on areas such as supplier diversity, sustainability, and legislative compliance. LaTonya consistently achieved program goals while contributing to productivity and cost management.

Overall, LaTonya S. has a strong background in driving diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives and has demonstrated success in developing strategies to promote economic equity, supplier diversity, and social responsibility.

LaTonya S. has a Master's Degree in Strategy and Communications from Northwestern University. Prior to that, they obtained a Bachelor's Degree in Health Care Administration/Management from Northern Illinois University. In terms of additional certifications, they earned a Procsi ADKAR Change Management certification from Procsi in 2014, and a Six Sigma Green Belt certification from GE in January 2007.