It is not necessary to deny another’s reality in order to affirm your own.
— Anne Wilson Schaef

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about

Heather Cummings is a Certified Diversity Executive (CDE®) and an experienced leader in culture, engagement, and learning and development. Known for her human-centered approach, Heather has cultivated inclusive, high-performing workplaces across private, public, and nonprofit sectors. Her approach focuses on building respectful environments where employees feel valued, connected, and empowered to reach their full potential.

With a proven background in leadership and coaching, Heather helps organizations embed principles of inclusivity and equity across every stage of the employee lifecycle. Her expertise in developing impactful learning and engagement frameworks enables organizations to foster collaboration, resilience, and growth. By aligning these strategies with core business objectives, she strengthens the employee value proposition and enhances organizational performance.

Heather’s data-driven approach brings transparency and accountability to the organizations she supports. She has led comprehensive self-identification campaigns and developed strategies that provide actionable insights for long-term progress. Through DEI-focused communication, training, and assessment, Heather empowers organizations to create environments where people can thrive and feel a genuine sense of belonging. Her work has positioned DEI not only as a pathway to organizational integrity but as an essential component of corporate responsibility and positive societal impact.

Heather welcomes opportunities for contract and consulting engagements, where she applies her expertise in leadership, employee engagement, and program development. Her consulting work spans culture and engagement audits, psychological safety, team cohesion, and equity training. Heather’s focus is on developing actionable plans that enhance inclusive practices, support leadership growth, and foster collaborative climates.

For Heather, cultivating cultures of respect and engagement is not just about metrics but about building genuine connections and sustainable change. She invites conversations on how her expertise can support organizations in building communities of connection, growth, and positive impact.