Farah Salam Hottle

Farah Salam Hottle is the Founder and President of Origins Consulting Group, LLC, established in March 2023, which focuses on advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion for organizations through training and strategic planning. With over 15 years of experience in social impact work and DEI strategy, Farah has held significant roles, including Head of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Vaco from 2012 to 2023, where the first DEI office was launched, and various positions in talent acquisition. In addition, Farah serves on the Board of Directors for the Virginia Interfaith Center for Public Policy. Farah holds a Master's degree in Organization Development and Change from Penn State University, a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Virginia Commonwealth University, a Certificate in Business Coaching from the University of Richmond, and coursework in Financial Accounting from The Wharton School. Recognition includes being honored by local business forums and delivering speeches on critical issues such as interfaith dialogue and Islamophobia.