Jennifer Peneyra

Jennifer Peneyra currently serves as the Human Resources Director at First Citizens Bank, a position held since March 2023. Prior to this, Jennifer was the Director of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Silicon Valley Bank from May 2017 to March 2023, where responsibilities included fostering an inclusive workplace and developing DEI learning experiences. Earlier experiences encompass roles at Charles Schwab as a Senior Inclusion & Diversity Program Manager and Manager of Diversity Talent Programs, where focus was on attracting and retaining diverse talent. Jennifer's career began at Farella Braun + Martel LLP as the Recruiting & Diversity Manager, followed by various positions at United Behavioral Health. Educational qualifications include a Bachelor of Arts in English and Psychology from the University of California, Berkeley.