The ATD-OC Board is constantly seeking ways to help you connect with peers and mentors in the field, invest in your professional development, and grow! At the heart of those efforts are our Programs and Professional Development Teams.

As the Vice President of Programs, Richa Mukherjee spearheads the development, coordination, and implementation of engaging educational initiatives, networking events, and skill-enhancement opportunities for our community. Her experiences in the L&D field have spanned across four continents, with 21 years of experience leading, designing, developing, and implementing learning strategy and solutions.

Why did you join the ATD-Orange County Board?

I joined the ATD Orange County board because of my unwavering passion for Talent development. The opportunity to contribute to a community that shares this enthusiasm was a resistible, and being part of the board allows me to actively shape the future of our profession.

What do you I hope to get out of this role?

Serving on the board will provide a platform to make a difference. I want to influence decisions, drive results and contribute to the growth of talent development in our region. By collaborating with other board members, I can directly impact the experiences of the ATD orange county members.

The board offers a unique learning environment, and I gain insights from fellow board members, industry, experts, and thought leaders. The networking opportunities are valuable as I connect with professionals, who inspire me and challenge my thinking.

Joining the board is my way of giving back. In the past I have benefited from ATD Resources, events and community and now I have the chance to contribute my skills, knowledge, and time to enhance the Organization for others. I joined the ATD Orange County board because I believe in its vision to elevate talent, development practices, and empower professionals and I hope to leave a positive legacy, knowing I contributed to something meaningful.

What is your proudest accomplishment of the past year?

Last year was filled with many memorable experiences and accomplishments both at work, and personally. Some of my cherished memories are around driving key leadership development projects for established and senior leaders at Edwards Lifesciences, globally. The opportunity to travel across the world helping business leaders was an enriching experience. Outside of work I continued to do keynotes on leadership development topics, philanthropic activities and spend quality time with my family and friends. I am a grateful for an amazing last year and looking forward to a wonderful year ahead!

Richa Mukherjee's Member Profile