Cristina Santos

Cristina Santos, CCDP-AP, is a seasoned professional in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) with extensive experience across various prominent organizations. Currently serving as Senior Vice President and Head of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Engagement at Capital Group since March 2021, Cristina leads the DEI strategy and associate engagement initiatives. Concurrently, as an Adjunct Instructor at Cornell University ILR School, Cristina facilitates courses related to Diversity & Inclusion. Prior roles include Head of Inclusion & Diversity at Sanofi and Director of Diversity & Culture at Novo Nordisk, where strategic direction in organization-wide DEI efforts was provided. Cristina has a strong background in commercial excellence and sales management with experience at Novartis, Sunovion Pharmaceuticals, Alcon, and Merck. Educational credentials include a Diversity & Inclusion Advanced Practitioner Certification from Cornell University and a Bachelor of Business Administration in International Business from Florida International University.