Parish Jefferson

Parish Jefferson


Parish Jefferson is currently a Regional Director, Partner Success at Fullstack Academy where he serves as the primary relationship manager responsible for all Simplilearn’s US-based university partners. He is the Founder and Board President for the company’s first and only Employee Resource Group (ERG) focused on diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging initiatives.

Driven by an unwavering commitment to fostering inclusivity and equality in every facet of life, Parish is a seasoned Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) strategist with a proven track record of transforming organizations and campuses into beacons of diversity and belonging. He brings over 15 years of expertise in developing and implementing cutting-edge DEI initiatives that not only meet compliance standards but also drive tangible cultural shifts. His visionary leadership has empowered countless organizations to harness the full potential of diverse talent, ultimately resulting in enhanced innovation, productivity, and engagement.

Parish completed his Bachelor of Science in Managerial Economics from the University of California, Davis. He holds a Master of Arts in Educational Technologies from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, and a Master of Science in Social Work from the University of Texas at Austin. He is currently working on his dissertation for his Ph.D. in Organizational Development and Leadership with a concentration in Diversity and Inclusion at the University of Arizona Global Campus.