Kristy Amaro, Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer since August 2021, is a strategic leader, thought partner, and change agent. She has been instrumental in connecting the dots between diversity and inclusion and success as an organization. By listening to voices from all levels of the company, she has created a vibrant, inclusive, and supportive environment for everyone at Amerant, setting the stage for a promising future. Since assuming the Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer role in 2021, Amaro has been committed to fostering an environment where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. With her background in Learning and Organizational Development and Employee Experience, she brings a wealth of knowledge in implementing strategies that promote equity and belonging across all levels of the organization. Through collaboration and education, Amaro continues to champion diversity and inclusion as essential components of our organizational excellence. Amaro joined Amerant in 2006 and has held various roles. She has led the People and Organizational Development team since 2013. As People and Organizational Development Manager, Amaro worked with all organizational levels to create, promote, and deliver learning solutions to develop staff potential and support the organization’s business strategy.
