City of Santa Monica
Lori G. has over 20 years of experience in human resources, diversity, equity, and inclusion. Lori is currently the Chief People Officer for the City of Santa Monica, where they focus on developing a culture of employee empowerment and creativity. Prior to this, they served as the Human Resources Director for the County of Santa Barbara from 2016 to 2018. From 2008 to 2016, they held various roles at the California State University system, including AVP and VP of HR, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Lori also served as the Associate VP of Human Resources, Safety & Risk Management at San Francisco State University from 2008 to 2013. Before that, they were the Assistant County Administrator for HR at Contra Costa County from 2004 to 2008.
Lori G. holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree in International Business from Saint Mary's College of California School of Business and Economics. Lori also obtained a Bachelor's degree in Interpersonal Communications from Arizona State University. In addition, they have a certification as a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) from HRCI. Lori also has additional certifications in Civil Treatment - Employment Learning Innovations (ELI) and Profilor - 360 Degree Feedback.
City of Santa Monica
Santa Monica is an 8.3 square mile city situated at a gateway to the Pacific Ocean on the west side of Los Angeles County. Offering an environment of unparalleled natural beauty, the city is home to a mix of residential communities, commercial districts, and recreational and art venues. Named by National Geographic as one of the Top 10 Beach Cities in the World, Santa Monica is home to three miles of wide beaches and the Santa Monica Pier, and attracts over 6 million visitors annually. Santa Monica’s residential population is approximately 90,000, increasing to an estimated 250,000 during the day with visitors and employees. The City of Santa Monica is a national leader in environmental, economic and social sustainability. The City has reduced water usage community-wide and is working toward water self-sufficiency by 2020, has increased solar capacity, and has adopted policies prohibiting single-use plastic bags and motorized leaf blowers to promote sustainable practices. Partnerships with local schools and Santa Monica Collage have created top-notch educational institutions, complemented by public libraries that are rated among the nation’s best. Outstanding educational opportunities are a prime reason that families choose Santa Monica. Learn more at www.santamonica.gov and follow the City on Twitter (@santamonicacity).