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Laila Kahkeshani

Human Resources Manager

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Laila Kahkeshani has more than 15 years of experience in human resources, talent development, and organizational development. She has earned a reputation as a resilient and trustworthy leader who believes in supporting the growth of her team, organization, and affiliations. Laila is often described as, "not the traditional HR professional," because of the way she works cross-functionally across departments, oftentimes collaborating and learning with the teams she supports. 

Laila leads human resources as the HR Manager for Be A Champion, Inc. Her HR experiences range from global organizations in oil, gas, and manufacturing to local small businesses and non-profit organizations. She earned her Master of Arts in Education and Human Development with a concentration in Organizational Leadership and Learning from The George Washington University. 

Laila coaches clients in human resources, is certified to administer the Actualized Performance Cycle and the Workplace Big Five assessments, and has serves as a chairperson for St. Marks Episcopal School for over six years.

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