Identity platform Auth0 has hired Nike and Target’s former diversity lead Natalie Hausia-Haugen, as the company’s first Head of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.
Hausia-Haugen brings more than 15 years of industry experience to the role. She will be responsible for accelerating Auth0’s DEI vision, policies and processes; and further developing Auth0’s culture of inclusion and belonging. Prior to joining Auth0, Hausia-Haugen worked at Nike where she held senior employee engagement, diversity and inclusion, and people-related roles. She was a leader on Nike’s diversity and inclusion employee council; and Co-chair of Nike’s employee resources group for teammates of colour with roots in Asia, the Middle East and the Pacific Islands. Before Nike, Natalie worked for Target; leading both local and national DE&I strategies.
“Since Auth0’s inception, we have aimed to create a safe workplace and culture; where every person can show up as their authentic self, speak their truth, learn, develop and grow; at a global scale. Natalie will play a key role in strengthening our efforts,” said Carolyn Moore, SVP of People at Auth0. “DE&I is a top priority for Auth0. We are honoured to have Natalie join our team in this newly-created role; to help us continue to make a meaningful difference.”
DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION COMMITMENT
Commenting on the new role, Hausia-Haugen, stated: “Auth0’s belief in and commitment to the importance of diversity, equity and inclusion is truly remarkable; and has been core to the company since day one. The team deeply cares and strives to create new standards, strengthen existing practices and embolden others. I’m proud to join a team that is dedicated to its talented people and culture; and passionate about fostering a space where courage, real freedom and our shared humanity meet.”
Auth0’s DE&I initiatives are shaped by the belief that there is value and power in hiring and nurturing teams of people from diverse backgrounds, beliefs and human experiences. Auth0, recently acquired by Okta, was recognised by Forbes as one of America’s Best Startup Employers 2021 List (ranked #11 out of 500); and by Fortune as one of the 30 Best Small and Medium Workplaces in Technology (ranked #7 out of 30); as well as by Best Companies, and Great Place to Work for its company culture, leadership and commitment to its people.
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