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Toure Bridges
DIRECTOR OF PEOPLE OPERATIONS
As the Director of People Operations at Civic News Company, Touré champions and implements human resources values through strategic oversight of Talent Acquisition, Compensation and Benefits Administration, Employee Relations, Performance Management, Legal Compliance, Staff Engagement, and Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging. Touré's credentials include certifications as a People Operations Professional from the People Operations Professional Academy and as a Certified Professional from the Society for Human Resource Management. He is an active contributor to both the Society for Human Resource Management and the District of Columbia Society for Human Resource Management. With an extensive background in human resources spanning over 10 years, Touré has assumed diverse roles within the federal government, professional services firms, and progressive mission-driven organizations. His unwavering dedication lies in nurturing an inclusive environment conducive to the growth of all individuals, coupled with his passion for developing, supporting, and retaining staff to empower them in reaching their utmost potential.