Niketa Wilkinson

Niketa Wilkinson is an experienced HR and operations leader with a diverse background across various industries. Currently serving as Director of People & Culture at SFJAZZ since October 2022, Niketa also holds the position of CEO at IceTrends, a company dedicated to sustainable jewelry, and Head of Operations at SameSide, focused on B2B commerce innovation. Previous roles include VP of People & Culture at esellas, HR Director at Diamond Foundry, and Sr. Manager of Human Resources/Talent Acquisition at JAFRA Cosmetics International, where Niketa modernized global talent acquisition strategies. Other significant positions include Head of People Development at MOTIVO Engineering, Talent Consultant at Ultimate Staffing, and a prior entrepreneurial venture assisting small businesses with employment branding. Niketa obtained a Bachelor's of Arts in Business/Corporate Communications from California State University, Long Beach.