Natasha Santiago

Ph.D.

Consulting Director-Latin America
Human Capital, Labor & Workforce Investigation, and
Litigation Support & Expert Services

Phone: +1 (703) 656-2121 EXT. 135

Email: nsantiago@RKA-worldwide.com

San Juan, Puerto Rico, United States

C.V.

A strategic and human-centered People & Organizational Consultant with over 25 years of experience operating across Puerto Rico, Latin America, the Caribbean, and multicultural environments, partnering with organizations ranging from startups to complex global organizations. Brings a research-driven and evidence-based approach to organizational transformation, leading cross-cultural initiatives in organizational design, governance structures, and operating models, aligning business strategy with culture, leadership, and execution. Recognized as a trusted advisor and change leader, with the ability to translate organizational needs into clear, actionable, and sustainable solutions, ensuring not only strategy definition but effective implementation and long-term operational strength.

Languages

Spanish and English

Capabilities
  • Strategic HR & Organizational Development
  • Cultural Transformation & Leadership Alignment
  • Organizational Diagnosis & Design
  • Talent Strategy & Human Sustainability
  • Executive Coaching & Mentoring
  • Cross-Cultural Leadership & Global Environments
  • Change Management & M&A Integration
  • Employee Relations & Compliance
  • Workforce Investigations
  • HRIS & Process Optimization
EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS, AND MEMBERSHIPS

Education

Carlos Albizu University, San Juan, Puerto Rico
Ph.D., Industrial-Organizational Psychology

Dissertation: International Assignment: Success and Cross-Cultural Adaptation of Expatriates in Puerto Rico

Carlos Albizu University, San Juan, Puerto Rico
M.S., Industrial-Organizational Psychology

University of Puerto Rico
B.A., Psychology

Professional Certifications

  • Barrett Values Centre Certification, Spain
  • Trompenaars Hampden-Turner Intercultural Certification, Europe
  • Cultural Competence Certification, Florida Institute of Technology
  • Certified Professional Coach, ICF Accredited
  • Diploma in Scientific Neuromarketing, Mexico

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