Brent Underwood

Vice President, Global Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Belden

Brent Underwood has extensive experience in leading diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives across various industries. Brent has held several senior positions in notable companies, including Belden Inc., Energizer Holdings, Lincoln Financial Group, Charles River Laboratories, Celanese, Pioneer Natural Resources Company, McKesson, TC Energy, Booz Allen Hamilton, and Williams Lea.

In their roles, Brent has been responsible for developing and implementing DEI strategies, partnering with executives and senior leaders, and embedding DEI practices into company culture. Brent has also focused on talent development, employee engagement, and community outreach to strengthen DEI efforts.

Brent's expertise spans multiple regions and countries, and they have successfully implemented DEI programs, established diverse employee business and advocacy groups, and built relationships with professional organizations and academic institutions to enhance diversity and inclusion.

Overall, Brent Underwood's work experience showcases a track record of driving DEI initiatives and successfully integrating these practices into organizations across various sectors.

Brent Underwood holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs from Columbia College Chicago. Additionally, they possess a Certificate in Change Management & Organizational Design from Queen's University.

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  • Vice President, Global Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

    January, 2023 - present

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