Gretchen Stroud

Gretchen Stroud possesses extensive experience in human resources, talent management, and diversity, equity, and inclusion, with a career spanning over two decades in leading hospitality organizations. Currently serving as Senior Vice President of HR Consulting and DEI at Hilton since December 2011, Gretchen Stroud has held multiple senior positions, including Senior Vice President of Talent & Inclusion and Vice President of Global Talent Management and Learning. Prior to Hilton, Gretchen Stroud contributed to Marriott International in various roles related to global learning and talent development from August 2000 to December 2011. Earlier experience includes serving as a Corps Member with Teach For America and as a Program Assistant at McKinsey & Company. Gretchen Stroud earned a Bachelor's Degree in International/Global Studies from American University in 1997.