Monique Akanbi

Monique Akanbi, SHRM-CP, is a SHRM Membership Initiatives Director and co-host of SHRM’s Honest HR Podcast activating SHRM's comprehensive strategy and initiatives by developing and implementing strategies to attract, retain, and maximize the satisfaction of over 330,000 members and communities SHRM serves. As a strategic change agent, with broad-based experience in senior leadership and all aspects of HR in both the public and private sectors, Monique has been credited with decreasing employee turnover, increasing employee engagement & satisfaction, and improving organizational culture. Monique is also a Master Examiner and Mentor with the Sterling Council Board of Examiners, visiting organizations throughout the Southeast region across all industries to assess their leadership system and organizational performance through the National Malcolm Baldrige Performance Excellence model.

Recently recognized as one of the Top 25 Women You Need to Know in Tallahassee, Florida, Monique has a passion for service and assisting others in their purpose, potential, and professional development through meaningful connections.