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Brittany Y.

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Director Staff Talent Development at National Geographic Society
📍 Washington DC-Baltimore Area, United States

Brittany is the Director of Staff Talent Development at the National Geographic Society, leveraging her background as a certified leadership coach (ACC, SPHR, PMP). A Penn State University alumna and Air Force veteran, she is skilled at transforming big-picture ideas into actionable initiatives and managing multi-million-dollar projects.

Outside of work, Brittany is passionate about coaching, which she describes as a long-time dream. She has also shown a commitment to her community, previously serving as Vice Chair of the Economic Development Commission for the Town of Leesburg, Virginia. Her posts suggest an interest in personal growth and natures rhythms.

Unique Fact: Brittany is a recipient of two Air Force Commendation Medals for her leadership, community involvement, and contributions while deployed.

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Experience
9 Years
Current Role
Director Staff Talent Development
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
Washington DC-Baltimore Area, United States
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Priorities

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Talent Development
As Director of Staff Talent Development, she actively hires for her team and is passionate about creating meaningful learning experiences that help staff grow.
Leadership Coaching
She is an ICF Associate Certified Coach (ACC) and Gallup-Certified Strengths Coach, viewing coaching as a milestone that reflects deep personal and professional growth.
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Career

Work history

12-2025
Director Staff Talent Development
National Geographic Society
3-2022 - 12-2025
Sr. Manager, Talent Development
National Geographic Society
1-2019 - 12-2022
Vice Chair, Economic Development Commission
Town of Leesburg, Virginia
5-2020 - 12-2021
Program Manager & Executive Consultant, Human Capital Solutions
LMI
9-2018 - 5-2020
Senior Strategic Human Capital Consultant
Strategy Consulting Team, LLC
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Education
Master of Professional Studies
Penn State University
Bachelor of Science
Penn State University
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