Irelynne Estevez-Waller

Irelynne Estevez-Waller has a extensive work experience in various roles related to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs. Irelynne is currently the Vice President/Head of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at Walker & Dunlop, a position they have held since March 2022. Prior to this, they worked as the Manager of Diversity and Inclusion at the same company from July 2021 to March 2022.

Before joining Walker & Dunlop, Estevez-Waller worked at Hobsons, where they held multiple roles. Irelynne started as a Client Success Manager in 2012 and subsequently served as a Client Solutions Specialist and Salesforce Operations Manager. Irelynne later became the Senior Onboarding/Training Lead, responsible for overseeing new hire training and onboarding. In 2018, they took on a more senior position as the Senior Learning and Development/Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Program Manager. In this role, they managed the strategic design, development, and implementation of corporate employee learning and development programs, as well as the company's DEI strategies. Irelynne played a key role in analyzing business needs, driving learning recommendations, and enhancing the employee experience at Hobsons.

Prior to their work at Hobsons, Estevez-Waller held the position of Bilingual Recruiter at Cincinnati State Technical and Community College from 2011 to 2012. Irelynne also worked as a Bilingual Admissions Counselor at Northern Kentucky University from 2004 to 2011.

Overall, Estevez-Waller has accumulated significant experience in DEI leadership and program management, along with extensive involvement in employee learning and development initiatives.

Irelynne Estevez-Waller completed their education from 2000 to 2004 at Ohio University, where they obtained a Bachelor's Degree in Broadcast Journalism. Later, from 2010 to 2012, they attended Northern Kentucky University, earning a Master of Arts (MA) degree in Integrative Studies, specializing in School Counseling and Business. In 2021, Irelynne obtained a certification in Diversity and Inclusion for HR from Cornell University.