The Recording Academy® announced today the promotion of Shonda Grant to Chief People & Culture Officer. In her role, Grant will be responsible for developing and expanding the organization's people strategy and managing all employee initiatives. Grant will report directly to the President/CEO and will oversee all human resources functions for the Recording Academy, The Latin Recording Academy®, MusiCares®, GRAMMY Museum®, and the Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation®.
"I'm thrilled to have Shonda as our new Chief People & Culture Officer. She is an impressive leader with extensive knowledge and a proven track record," said Harvey Mason jr., Chair & Interim President/CEO of the Recording Academy. "During this new era at the Academy, I'm confident that her experience, dedication, passion, and impressive growth mindset will take us into our next chapter - one that works toward creating a more diverse, inclusive and positive work culture." With more than 19 years of HR experience, Grant played an integral role in hiring the Academy's first Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer and MusiCares' new Executive Director. As Chief People & Culture Officer, she will lead all transformational change programs, talent development and acquisitions, compensation processes and programs, employee safety and security, and employee well-being. She will also serve as a strategic partner and executive coach to the Academy's senior management team, Chapter executives and elected leaders.Videos