Namrata Yadav
Charlotte,NC
Summary
Dynamic executive with a proven track record at Bank of America, driving talent, diversity, and inclusion initiatives, and formulating external community economic development strategies. Skilled in translating data into actionable insights, and mobilizing enterprise teams to solve complex challenges, achieve common goals, and drive business performance. Fluent in English and Hindi.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Workforce, Economic and Policy Development
Bank of America
Charlotte, NC
12.2021 - Current
- Formulated and implemented Bank of America's external community education strategy.
- Developed and executed an external talent pipeline strategy for in-demand roles, targeting low- to moderate-income communities.
- Collaborated on strategic public affairs initiatives, conducted policy analysis, and engaged with key stakeholders to influence legislative and regulatory outcomes.
Talent Management and DEI
Bank of America
Charlotte, NC
06.2008 - 12.2021
- Led the Diversity and Inclusion strategy, and built the culture framework.
- Executed the bank's commitment to diversify the executive talent pipeline and integrate work with talent management processes.
- Developed the bank's first D&I-centered learning and talent development strategy.
- Elevated brand presence as an industry thought leader at external keynotes, conferences, events, and educational programs.
Education
MS - Industrial/Organizational Psychology
Illinois Institute of Technology
BA - Psychology
Elmhurst University
Skills
- Bold, disruptive, yet pragmatic thinker
- Macro and micro strategy builder
- GLOCAL mindset: think global, act local
- Gritty hustler who knows how to get things done
- Data geek
- Influencer and relationship-builder
- High-impact team management
- Lifelong and continuous learner
Focus
- Energized to help an organization with business growth & expansion
- Seeking to work with like minded professionals who love what they do and it shows!
- Passionate about empowering talent, uplifting marginalized voices, and building inclusive communities to drive mission-aligned impact
Accomplishments
- Delivered the highest D&I index results in company history
- Delivered YOY growth for D&I targets and external community skilling
- Developed award winning, world class talent pipeline programs
- Increased investment in communities through creation of family sustaining non degreed jobs
- 100% ESAT as a manager
- Consistently highlighted as a Top Talent Executive
- Multiple board/ advisor engagements
- 20+ external awards including Crains Chicago 40 under 40, notable DEI and female executive lists, Brandon Hall, Stevies etc.
Civic engagement
- Charlotte Elective Leadership Program, 2025
The Institute for the Public Trust - South Asians Running for Office program, 2025
IAIMPACT - Civics 101 2025
League of Women Voters
Timeline
Workforce, Economic and Policy Development
Bank of America
12.2021 - Current
Talent Management and DEI
Bank of America
06.2008 - 12.2021
MS - Industrial/Organizational Psychology
Illinois Institute of Technology
BA - Psychology
Elmhurst University
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