Jessica Torres-Soto (she/her/hers/ella)

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EVP, Global Chief People Officer at MikeWorldWide

New York, New York, United States

Overview

Jessica Torres-Soto is the EVP, Global Chief People Officer at MikeWorldWide, bringing over 20 years of HR experience from the marketing and PR industries. A Rutgers University graduate, she is a recognized leader in talent management, DEI, and building award-winning workplace cultures. People who have worked with her describe her as professional, empathetic, and ethical.

A native New Yorker, Jessicas personal interests are rooted in her creative and academic background. She majored in Dance as well as Puerto Rican and Hispanic Caribbean Studies, showcasing a passion for both the performing arts and her cultural heritage before embarking on her successful career in human resources.

She uniquely leveraged her BFA in Dance into a calling for talent management and employee development.

Personality Overview

Charismatic

Friendly But Fast

Assertive

They are charming and have the ability to align others behind their decisions.  They respond better to a combination of speed and relationship. They do not mind taking risks and can make hard decisions, if necessary.

Topics They Care About

Diversity & Inclusion
A long-time leader and champion for DEI in the advertising industry, she has held senior roles focused on D&I and spoken on topics like closing the gender pay gap.
Workplace Culture
Identifies as a "Culture Steward" and "Creator of Best Places to Work. " Her current company, MikeWorldWide, is recognized as a best agency to work for under her people leadership.
Career Mentorship
Frequently shares resources and support for professionals in career transition, reflecting her role as a career coach and mentor.

Media Appearances

MikeWorldWide hires Jessica Torres‑Soto as global chief people officer. Featured in PR Week

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Jessica Torres‑Soto Joins MikeWorldWide as Chief People Officer. Featured in PR Newswire

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Jessica Torres‑Soto | EVP, Chief People Officer | MikeWorldWide. Featured in LiProspect

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Work History

5-2023
EVP, Global Chief People Officer at MikeWorldWide
6-2021 - 6-2023
SVP, Head of People at Civic Entertainment Group, LLC (A Seacrest Global Group Company)
10-2019 - 12-2020
SVP, Head of Diversity & Inclusion - US/ HR Business Partner at IPG Mediabrands
7-2017 - 6-2021
SVP, HR Business Partner and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion leader at Initiative
1-2012 - 7-2017
VP, Regional HR Business Partner at Mediabrands

Education

1994 - 1998
BFA from Rutgers University
2009 - 2009
HR Certificate from Villanova University

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Exp : 13 Location : New York, New York, United States Job Level : Leadership Designation : EVP, Global Chief People Officer at MikeWorldWide
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Insights For Selling To Jessica

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Talk about yourself and some of your achievements at the start of the conversation
  • Showcase existing customers and use case-studies to grab their attention
  • Display high self-confidence and expect them to have a strong personality.

DONT's

  • Avoid unnecessary negativity or slowness
  • Don't make any commitments that you might not be able to fulfill
  • Don’t hesitate from asking them how they truly feel about your product

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Jessica is

  • Relationship and product conviction matter equally, followed by a sense of achievement.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Jessica

  • If they are not convinced, they will say no albeit in a friendly manner.


Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Jessica move?

  • They can make decisions quickly if they develop trust in you and conviction in the product.
  • Can Jessica take some risk or not?

  • They can take risks if necessary.

You And Jessica

Personality Compatibility


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