Dawn Binion-Stewart

Dawn Binion-Stewart, M.S. has a diverse range of work experience in the field of human resources. Dawn held the position of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) Director at Best Friends Animal Society, where they oversaw all aspects of DEIB and developed programs and initiatives to increase intercultural competence. Prior to this, they served as a Senior HR Business Partner and Senior Manager of Employee Engagement & Experience at the same organization. In these roles, they partnered with management to implement effective HR policies, drove change management initiatives, and managed employee relations. Dawn also worked as an Employee Relations Manager and Human Resources Generalist at Best Friends, where they built relationships and ensured a positive HR experience for employees. Dawn has experience in employee relations, complaint investigation and resolution, recruitment and hiring, and policy development. Before joining Best Friends, they worked as a Human Resources Generalist at Wayout Enterprises Inc, where they handled all aspects of HR management and conducted investigations related to employee claims. Early in their career, they served as a Division Director/Area Director/Site Supervisor at Boys & Girls Clubs of Garden Grove, where they managed multiple club locations, oversaw HR directives, and conducted investigations into complex employee relations issues. Overall, Dawn has a strong background in HR strategy, employee engagement, and fostering an inclusive work environment.

Dawn Binion-Stewart, M.S. obtained a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Business Administration and Management from California State University, Fresno. Dawn later earned a Master of Science (MS) degree in Kinesiology, Sports Business Administration from the University of Central Missouri. In addition to their degrees, they have obtained several certifications, including being an IDI Qualified Administrator from IDI, LLC, completing the Advanced Internal Investigations Program from HRCERTIFICATION.COM SEMINARS, LLC, and becoming a Workplace Mediator through CEDR Solutions. Furthermore, Dawn has completed training in PREVENTING WORKPLACE HARRASSMENT from Emtrain, although the specific month and year are not provided.