Herb Alexander, M.S.L
Chief Diversity Officer, Cayuga Health System (CHS)
Presentation: 5 Generation Workforce
Professional Overview:
Herb Alexander is a visionary leader with a passion for workforce development and health equity. He is the Inaugural Chief Diversity Officer for Cayuga Health System and began his tenure in August 2021. Prior to joining the Cayuga Health team, Herb worked in higher education for a Rochester based university. During his time in higher education, Herb servedas a Chief Diversity Officer and was charged with shaping organizational strategy, creating programming and developing educational offerings for faculty and staff. Prior to that role, Herb was an Associate Dean of Students, in which he oversaw the Health & Counseling Center, led the organizations COVID testing strategy and many other student related initiatives. Herb also has a passion for youth and community development. He served as a NCAA Head Assistant Men’s basketball coach for seven years and cherished the opportunity to develop young men on and off the court.
Previous Leadership and Experience:
- Chief Diversity Officer, Office of the President, Roberts Wesleyan College & Seminary
- Associate Dean of Students, Student & Organizational Development, Roberts Wesleyan College
- Director of Diversity & Equity, Student & Organizational Development Roberts Wesleyan College
Community and Corporate Board Experience:
- Hope Initiatives of Rochester Board Member
- Historical Commission of Tompkins County Member
- Tompkins County, Community Leaders of Color (CLOC) Member
Education and Training:
- Roberts Wesleyan College, Bachelors of Arts in History (BA)
- Roberts Wesleyan College, Masters of Science in Strategic Business Leadership (MSL)
Personal Information:
- Herb Alexander is the co-host of the popular podcast “Young, Black & Figuring it Out”
- Herb Alexander coaches division II college men’s basketball
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