Diana Nguyen

People & Strategy Executive | COO x CPO | Organizational Design, Workforce Strategy & Partnerships | GPTW® Builder

Washington DC-Baltimore Area

About

I’m a People & Strategy leader who believes strong organizations are built through the alignment of culture, leadership, and clear operating systems. I design people systems that shape growth by aligning human potential with organizational performance, so companies can scale with care, discipline, and purpose. As COO, and later Chief People & Strategy Officer at Mugen Psychiatry, I helped scale a multi-site behavioral health organization while maintaining clinical excellence and a people-first culture. During this period, Mugen earned Inc. 5000 recognition, two consecutive Great Place to Work® certifications, and Fortune’s Best Workplaces in Chicago. Core strengths: • People Systems & Organizational Design: Building workforce models, leadership structures, and decision frameworks that align culture with performance and growth • Culture & Leadership Development: Creating high-trust environments where leaders are accountable, teams are engaged, and performance is sustained • Executive Partnership: Advising CEOs and senior leaders on complex organizational decisions across growth, risk, and transformation • Scaling & Change Leadership: Designing structures, governance, and succession pathways that enable organizations to grow without losing what makes them work • Strategic Partnerships: Leading cross-functional collaboration and negotiations that expand impact and strengthen execution • People Analytics: Using data to drive clarity, accountability, and better business decisions I do my best work helping organizations scale without losing what makes them human. I’m always open to thoughtful conversations and connections. Let's connect!

Experience

  • Harvard Business Review Advisory Council at Harvard Business Review
    Aug 2024 - Present · 1 yr 11 mos

    • Collaborated with a diverse group of experts to provide strategic insights for Harvard Business Review's content development. • Analyzed management and leadership trends to enhance understanding and relevance in HBR publications. • Contributed to shaping innovative ideas, resulting in a more impactful and engaging reader experience.

  • Mugen Psychiatry (Full-time · 2 yrs 1 mo)
    • Chief People & Strategy Officer (CPO)
      Feb 2025 - Oct 2025 · 9 mos

    • Chief Operating Officer
      Oct 2023 - Feb 2025 · 1 yr 5 mos

      Mugen Psychiatry collaborates with leading clinicians to set new standards in exceptional clinical care, dedicated to advancing mental health services.