Jeannette Peralta PhD Email Address

Executive Director of University Organizational Development, Human Resources

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JEANNETTE PERALTA Jeannette Peralta is a first generation, native San Franciscan who earned her Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Organizational Psychology from San Francisco State University and a Master’s degree in Human Resources Management/Organizational Behavior from Golden Gate University. She has over 20 years of human resources experience and is well versed in many aspects of the discipline; has worked for both small and large organizations in retail, financial institutions, auxiliaries, non-profits and for-profit organizations. Having been the first in her tri-lingual household to graduate college, Jeannette is well aware of the challenges many students face in achieving success and recognizes the role of the University in forming future generations. She is committed to SF State’s mission and has worked with Associated Student’s Incorporated (ASI) Project Connect in order to empower and educate visiting students on reaching their own career goals. When she worked for the Cesar Chavez Student Center as their Human Resources Manager, she contributed to providing a positive learning work experience to student assistants. Students gained relevant and valuable skills that were transferable to full-time employment after graduation. Additionally, one of Jeannette’s intentions was to bring conscious leadership awareness to the campus and she has been successful by presenting at SF State’s Women’s Leadership Conference, Advising Center, professional development workshops, ASI’s retreat, and other departments. Jeannette leads a holistic lifestyle and her commitment to staying grounded, present, and mindful of the greater good led her to complete a Ph.D. in Metaphysical Sciences with an emphasis in Transpersonal Counseling. She keeps a balance of the mind, body and spirit so that she may be fully present both professionally and personally. She always strives to empower, encourage, and educate with fun, laughter and humor. PASSION Jeannette is passionate about developing individuals and organizations to pursue holistic practices. Her philosophies encompass empowerment in order to encourage self-growth and self-awareness. She firmly believes in promoting inner belief that utilizes inner dialogue, visualizations, as well as affirmations. She also emphasizes the importance of living a life with purpose and pursuing other holistic approaches that encompasses mind, body and spirit.