Maria Arettines

Maria Arettines is a seasoned professional in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I), currently serving as a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Consultant at US Pharmacopeia since March 2023. Maria has an extensive background in DE&I strategies from previous roles at Foley Hoag LLP, where responsibilities included Senior Manager, DE&I Culture and Strategy, and Manager, DE&I Culture and Learning. Maria’s experience also encompasses leadership as the Director of Programming, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Simmons University and as Program Manager for the CCS Refugee Program, overseeing initiatives for displaced individuals in Greece. Academically, Maria holds a Master of Public Administration from Baruch College and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Women & Gender Studies from Hunter College.