Who’s Whitnie?

Whitnie Maree is a Global Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging (DEIB) Manager and Creative Strategist, residing in Los Angeles, CA.

Not new to the stage or spotlight, Whitnie has been performing her entire life - first, as a classically trained dancer and now, as a beacon in the boardroom.

Before making the transition to DEIB Strategy, Whitnie led a strong career in analytics and consumer research in the CPG (Consumer Packaged Goods) industry. Her resume includes a range of Fortune 500 companies such as Johnson and Johnson, Conagra Brands and Molson Coors, and spans multiple categories from beauty and personal care to beverages. Whitnie's corporate and extracurricular activities all stem from "remaining curious" and challenging the status quo - and she's not one to hold her tongue.

Throughout her career, Whitnie has always been complimented on her ability to tell a captivating story, inspire groups of people and wield empathy in a way that both engages and charms her audiences. With this affirmation, along with her passion for people and love for speaking, Whitnie began using her talent to spark powerful conversations among millennials, women and professionals of color to build camaraderie and invoke action through inspiration.

Whitnie combines inspiration with humor, in an effort to connect with and inspire the masses, while making sure we remember to laugh at our mistakes and embrace life's lessons. She uses her curiosity and empathy to her advantage - never afraid to ask the difficult questions in order to ignite understanding and compassion, among her audience.