Stephen Wilkins Named CPB Senior VP of Human Resources

RADIO ONLINE | Friday, October 22, 2021 | 1:47pm CT

Dr. Stephen Wilkins

The Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB) names Dr. Stephen Wilkins as Senior Vice President of Human Resources and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI), effective December 6. In this new post, he'll be responsible for the development and implementation of a human resources strategy that builds on CPB's commitment to diversity and inclusion. Dr. Wilkins will report directly to CPB President and CEO Patricia Harrison.

"Stephen's long experience in human resources and diversity issues, as well as his experience in the public education sector and military service, make him a great asset to CPB," said Harrison. "He brings the organizational leadership, academic training, and operational skills that will enable him to work with leaders and staff across the organization to advance a culture grounded in CPB's commitment to collaboration, teamwork and DEI."

For the past several years, Dr. Wilkins served as Chief Human Resources Officer and later as Chief of Staff at Alexandria City Public Schools in Alexandria, Va. During the pandemic, he served on the senior leadership team that restructured the organization, recruited diverse leaders for schools and departments, and developed the division's five-year strategic plan focused on equity and inclusion.

"I am honored to have this opportunity to join the outstanding team at CPB," added Dr. Wilkins. "I have been so fortunate to work with talented people during my time in the public education sector and military. Now I look forward to using the knowledge and experience in organizational management to help CPB maintain a great workplace for the success of our employees in our public broadcasting mission."