UNiDAYS has announced the appointment of Mona Akiki as its new Chief People Officer, marking a strategic addition to the company’s global leadership team. Bringing over two decades of international HR leadership experience, Mona is known for her ability to build high-performing teams, nurture inclusive workplace cultures, and drive people strategies that align with organizational growth and innovation.
In her new role, Mona will oversee UNiDAYS’ global people and culture agenda, supporting the company’s mission to empower young people worldwide while fostering an environment of creativity, collaboration, and inclusion. Her leadership is expected to play a pivotal role in strengthening UNiDAYS’ talent strategy and scaling its culture as the organization continues to expand its global footprint.
Before joining UNiDAYS, Mona served as Chief People Officer and Chief of Staff at Perkbox, where she guided the company through a major growth phase and acquisition, ensuring strong employee engagement and organizational agility. During her tenure, she was instrumental in building a people-first culture that supported Perkbox’s rapid evolution and business transformation.
Beyond her corporate leadership roles, Mona founded Path Forward Limited, an executive coaching and consulting firm that focuses on leadership development, cultural transformation, and strategic alignment within organizations. Her experience as a founder and coach reflects her deep commitment to nurturing leadership potential and creating meaningful employee experiences.
Earlier in her career, Mona held senior HR positions at CPP Investments, RBC Capital Markets, and CIBC, where she played a key role in developing global talent strategies that supported business performance across diverse markets. Her broad expertise spans talent management, organizational design, leadership development, and change management — areas that will be central to her role at UNiDAYS.
With Mona’s appointment, UNiDAYS reinforces its commitment to building a future-focused, inclusive workplace culture that empowers its global teams and strengthens its position as a leading platform for student engagement and opportunity.
Mona Akiki’s extensive experience and people-centric approach are set to shape UNiDAYS’ next chapter, driving both organizational excellence and employee empowerment on a global scale.
