Marylou Ponzi Kay

Marylou Ponzi Kay, MA, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, is an accomplished HR and talent consulting professional with extensive experience spanning over two decades. As the President and Founder of MPK Associates since 2010, Marylou specializes in career consulting, personal branding, and HR services for small to mid-sized firms. Additionally, Marylou has held roles as an HR Instructor at HR.com and a Senior Consultant for NetExpat, providing coaching and intercultural training for expatriates. At Hillsborough Community College, Marylou contributes as an Adjunct Instructor within the Institute for Corporate and Continuing Education, focusing on business management and HR-related courses. Marylou also serves as a Senior Career Consultant at Newland Associates, enhancing talent management and acquisition strategies for organizations. Prior professional experience includes leadership positions in HR at notable companies such as Paychex, United Colors of Benetton, and Smartmatic Corporation. Marylou holds multiple advanced degrees and certificates in human resources and related fields.