A transformational leader who has served in the top leadership roles for various organizations, Adrienne Whitaker is the CEO of AD2 Consulting. She has earned her reputation as an inspiring catalyst for change. Her expertise and thought leadership centers on diversity, equity, & inclusion, authentic leadership, women’s empowerment, and unlocking the true potential of individuals, teams, leaders and organizations. As a trusted C-Suite and board-level advisor, Adrienne guides corporate leadership and drives systemic, organizational change across people, processes, and products on a large scale. Her deep experience spans market-leading consulting, financial services, higher education, human services and arts & entertainment. Throughout her distinguished career, Adrienne has championed DEI as a competitive advantage—viewing it as a critical component of culture and community that brings out the best in individuals.
Experience
Employment
Advisor/Consultant
Boards
Girl Scouts, Commonwealth of Virginia
Homeward
Junior Achievement
Metropolitan Business League
Richmond Ballet
- Senior Vice President, SunTrust Bank (Sales, Marketing, Community Outreach, and Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
- Vice President, Virginia State University (Institutional Advancement, External Affairs, Government Relations
- Vice President, Virginia Home for Boys and Girls (Philanthropy, Marketing, and Communications)
- Senior Business Development Executive (Business Development, Advocacy, Corporate Relations)
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Director, Virginia Housing (Strategic development and execution of nationally recognized “best practice” DEI program)
Advisor/Consultant
- Advisor, C&F Bank
- Strategic Advisor, Richmond City Sheriff’s Office
- IDEA Officer, Virginia Repertory Theatre
- Advisor, City of Richmond (Office of Minority Business Development)
- Contractor, City of Richmond (Human Resources & Organizational Development)
Boards
Girl Scouts, Commonwealth of Virginia
Homeward
Junior Achievement
Metropolitan Business League
Richmond Ballet