Verlinda Coleman

Verlinda Coleman currently serves as Director of Organizational Development at United Way for Southeastern Michigan, where responsibilities include managing organizational needs assessments and facilitating professional development programs. Prior experience includes roles as an HR Consultant and Board Member at LWC - Detroit, as well as overseeing HR operations in the Michigan Region for GardaWorld. Verlinda managed a Human Resources department for over 900 employees at ECS Partnership McDonald's, focusing on various HR services, training initiatives, and strategic consulting. Earlier career experiences include positions at DigitalThink, Inc. and Electronic Data Systems, where Verlinda provided organizational development and consulting services across multiple industries. Educational qualifications include a BA in Education and Psychology from Marygrove College and ongoing studies toward an MA in Industrial & Organizational Psychology at Argosy University, supplemented by HR certification from McDonald's Hamburger University.