Uzo Akotaobi

Uzo Akotaobi has extensive work experience in the field of Human Resources. Uzo most recently served as the Head of People for Biarri Networks and Digital & Services (Dura-line) starting from April 2023. Prior to this, they held the position of VP, People at Reprise from May 2022 to April 2023. Uzo also worked as the Head of People and Inclusion & Diversity at Glowforge from May 2021 to January 2022.

From August 2018 to May 2021, Uzo served as the Vice President of Human Resources (for the Americas) at Prologis, where they led a team of HR Business Partners and recruiters in the US and Latin America, as well as global DEI strategy. Before that, they worked as a Director of Human Resources at Comcast from July 2016 to June 2018, where they led HR strategy for both the Technology and Sales Advertising divisions.

Prior to their roles at larger companies, Uzo gained experience at zulily as a Senior Manager of Human Resources from July 2013 to July 2016. Uzo also worked as an Account Manager/Human Capital Consultant at TriNet from April 2012 to July 2013. Additionally, Uzo has worked as a Human Resource Business Partner at Specialized Loan Servicing LLC from March 2010 to April 2012, providing HR support for over 800 employees.

Earlier in their career, Uzo held positions such as a Human Resources Generalist at Car Toys from August 2007 to July 2009 and an Assistant Operations Manager at Jake's Unlimited from September 2006 to August 2007.

Overall, Uzo Akotaobi has demonstrated a strong background in HR and has worked in various industries and positions, gaining a wealth of experience in leadership, strategy development, and employee support.

Uzo Akotaobi holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Human Resource Management, Human Service Administration, and Sociology from Hastings College, which was completed from 2002 to 2006. Additionally, Uzo obtained a Master of Science degree in Human Resources Development from Villanova University between 2010 and 2012. Uzo Akotaobi also possesses several certifications, including being a Prosci® Certified Change Practitioner obtained in October 2019, Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certification from SmartPath LLC obtained in April 2014, Professional in Human Resources® (PHR®) from HRCI obtained in 2009, and SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) from SHRM obtained in 2015.