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Catrena Cannon, MBA, CDP

VP of Diversity, Culture & Inclusion

Catrena Cannon is a distinguished Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) leader, currently serving as the Vice President of Diversity, Culture, and Inclusion with the Columbus Chamber of Commerce. Catrena brings with her rich expertise, spanning human resources, training, recruitment, and program development. Previously, as a Workforce Diversity Manager within the City of Columbus Mayor’s Office of Diversity and Inclusion, Catrena played a pivotal role in Mayor Andrew Ginther’s equity agenda by strategically focusing on enhancing people, processes, and city performance.

Catrena’s professional journey is marked by her dedication, professionalism, and profound passion for advancing diversity and inclusion efforts. Her ability to cultivate meaningful partnerships and engage diverse stakeholders has allowed her to be more impactful, driving broader community engagement and ensuring equitable practices across the city. With her extensive experience and commitment to excellence, Catrena Cannon continues to be a catalyst for positive change, making invaluable contributions to the growth and success of DEI initiatives within the Columbus region.