Society for Human Resource Management:
GGU Student Chapter

President

Fiorella Ruiz is a purpose-driven leader and advocate for people-centered organizational development. With over ten years of experience in human resources and talent management, she brings a strong foundation in learning and development, organizational strategy and employee engagement to the SHRM chapter at Golden Gate University. Her work spans diverse industries and international contexts, where she has led initiatives in well-being, DEIB and change management, combining business acumen with a deep commitment to fostering inclusive and high-performing environments. Throughout her career, she has served as an HR Business Partner, Talent & Development Lead and currently serves as Vice President of Community Outreach for the Psychology Club.

Pursuing her Master’s in Industrial-Organizational Psychology at GGU, Fiorella is passionate about understanding human behavior and enabling organizational effectiveness.

As President of the SHRM chapter at GGU, Fiorella is committed to strengthening the connection between academic learning and real-world HR practices by fostering community and creating opportunities for professional development and knowledge sharing. With the combined vision and leadership team, the chapter is positioned to empower future HR leaders to drive meaningful impact in their organizations and communities.

Vice President

Alexandra Doreva is an HR and business leader with 10+ years of experience in operations, training and people-focused leadership. She has a strong track record in managing teams, building strategic partnerships and developing inclusive programs that drive engagement. Her background includes leadership roles across corporate and nonprofit organizations, with expertise in events, budgeting, HR, marketing and donor engagement. Alexandra is well-positioned to help lead and grow the chapter as Vice President.

Director of Student Relations

Vidhi Mehta was an MBA candidate at Golden Gate University specializing in Industrial-Organizational Psychology, with experience across multiple internships and student leadership roles. Her work included leading workshops, supporting mental health and wellness programs and managing recruitment and engagement initiatives in HR-focused roles. She also organized webinars and served as a Social Media Head, consistently contributing to people-centered initiatives across organizations. With strengths in organizational strategy, team dynamics and documentation, she was well-suited for the Secretary role and supporting chapter operations.

Director of Communications and Social Media

Daniela Perez is a graduate student in Industrial-Organizational Psychology at Golden Gate University with a background in Human Resources and organizational development. She currently serves as a Student Assistant in the Office of International Student Services (ISS) at Golden Gate University, where she supports student communications, onboarding, administrative operations, and event coordination. She also serves as the Director of Communications and Social Media for the GGU SHRM Student Chapter, where she supports the chapter’s communication efforts, social media presence, and engagement with students and the broader HR community.

Before moving to the United States, Daniela worked as an HR Business Partner in Mexico City, supporting business units, advising leadership, managing employee relations, and contributing to employee engagement and diversity initiatives. Her experience combines HR, communication, event planning, and organizational development. Daniela brings strong interpersonal and organizational skills, attention to detail, creativity, and a collaborative approach to her work.

Director of Programming

Ms Gift is an MBA student with a concentration in Management at Golden Gate University and a U.S. Army veteran, where I served as the Director of Executive Operations, managing logistics and stakeholder engagement for senior leadership. As the newly appointed Director of Programming for the SHRM student chapter of GGU, I am focused on strengthening industry connections and empowering students through impactful, relevant programming.

Secretary and Treasurer

Sakshi Khonde is a Master’s student in Industrial-Organizational Psychology at Golden Gate University, holding a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology (Honors) from Ahmedabad University. She is drawn to the human side of organizations, understanding what makes people feel supported, motivated, and set up to do their best work. She is building toward a career in HR and People Operations.

As Secretary and Treasurer for the SHRM student chapter, Sakshi is focused on keeping the chapter’s records, communications, and finances organized and transparent, so members always feel informed and connected. She’s excited to grow alongside this chapter and help create a space where students can genuinely learn from and support one another on their way into the HR field.

Faculty Advisor

Dr. Nicole C. Jackson, Ph.D., served as Faculty Advisor while also bringing extensive experience as a management expert, researcher and academic leader. She was a Distinguished Principal Research Fellow, Human Capital, at The Conference Board, with more than 15 years of diversified program management experience spanning business process improvement, organizational design and alignment, training and risk mitigation across education, government, nonprofit and private sectors. Her work included academic research and instruction for mid- and senior-level executive audiences in HR, organizational leadership and management practices.

She also conducted program and risk assessments with a focus on organizational and leadership ambidexterity, a capability that is especially relevant in the digital transformation economy.

Dr. Jackson’s recent work included AI and diversity and inclusion practices and she had written and spoken on these topics for organizations such as CERIC and SHRM NorCal. At Golden Gate University, she served as Assistant Vice Provost for Academic Affairs and previously held the role of Associate Dean of the Ageno School of Business. She was also an associate professor of management, served on several editorial boards for academic management journals and contributed to development committees for the SHRM NorCal division. Before entering academia, she worked as an IT Business Process Consultant, Training Manager and Product Manager in both highly compliance-driven environments and startup settings.