DEI ACTIVIST | SERVANT LEADER

My name is Patricia S. Gatlin I'm a certified Diversity and Inclusion Specialist, Talent Acquisition Coordinator, HR•EdTech, Founder, and Career/Lifestyle blogger. I am mostly known as the curator behind #BlackLinkedin. I've worked 10+ years in Higher Education, 3+ years in HR, and 3+ years in Tech. My goal is to become a Chief Diversity Officer and Tech influencer.

DEI

Certified Diversity and Inclusion Specialist (2021) USF. Training facilitator. Focusing on an organization’s DEIB strategies, programs, advancements, and retention.

Talent Acquisition

HR coordinator and Sourcing strategist who works closely with stakeholders to develop pipelines and pools to attract and retain top talent pools.

Tech

Certified Tech recruiter (2023) and Learning Management Systems generalist. Project Coordinator and former Registered Scrum Master (2021-2022).

What my clients say

Each year I mentor a handfull of entry level and mid career professionals and here's what they have to say about it.

Uera Smith III

Uera Smith III

Former Mentee

Passionate visionary are just a few words to describe her, not only does she have a gift to motivate, she really dedicates time to help those who seek out her help. She helped me when I was a student at CSUDH. Being as resourceful as she is, she guided and mentored me, which led to a position within the school while I finished my bachelor's degree.

Amaris Adams

Amaris Adams

Former Mentee

We worked on several projects together which she led due to her experience and expertise in the field. Patricia-Sonja then took me under her wing and became an incredible mentor and helped me elevate my professional and collegiate career. Without the motivation, insight, and genuine care she has given me over the years I would not have been as far as I am today.