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Kabi Gishuru

Director, Talent Acquisition @ Netflix

Kabi Gishuru is the Director of Strategic Programs, Talent Acquisition at Netflix, where she has been instrumental in shaping diversity recruitment initiatives. A graduate of Seattle University (class of 2008), Gishuru initially pursued a career in law but transitioned to community-based work focused on youth development. This led her to the tech industry, where she worked at Lyft, developing recruitment strategies aimed at enhancing pipeline diversity.

At Netflix, Gishuru oversees three talent acquisition teams globally and has played a pivotal role in building a diversity recruitment program that aligns with the company's commitment to authentic representation. Her efforts include creating training and mentorship opportunities for students from Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), aiming to prepare them for careers in tech and entertainment.

Gishuru emphasizes the importance of networking and pursuing one's passions, sharing her belief that career paths can evolve over time. She sees her role as a privilege, allowing her to open doors for individuals who share similar backgrounds and experiences.123

Highlights

Feb 2 · linkedin

I spent this week with a small group of colleagues, participating in our first-ever custom designed seminar for the Netflix Talent Leadership team. The discussions, debate, collaboration, and quality time with one another was so incredibly valuable (and fun!) for me. I’m ending this week feeling more equipped, strengthened, and energized as a leader. This intentional investment in us is just one of the many things that make Netflix such a special place to work. We’re building a wildly successful business and I’m so excited for the ride! #onlyatNetflix

Jan 13 · linkedin

Better representation on-screen starts with representation in the office. Today we released our first Netflix Inclusion report, and while we have a long way to go, I'm incredibly proud of the work we have done to build a workforce that is reflective of our global audience. This report details initiatives my amazing colleagues have worked to put in place, and also highlights some of the work that our team (Corey Twitty, Michael Orozco Jr (He/Him/Él), Willie Henry, Yvette Gonzalez, amanda arenas, Jen Hamblin (she/her), Jon Shih) has lead. You'll see the progress we've made, and also where we can improve. In true Netflix fashion, it's paired with a short film featuring many folks who inspire me daily. I'd love to hear what you think.

“This work is not about perfection—it’s about humility, vulnerability and unlearning as much as it is learning. If we keep trying to get this right, a new season of equality will bloom.” - Vernā Myers

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Seattle, Washington, United States