Mykkah Herner is a seasoned professional in compensation and talent management, leveraging a Masters in Organizational Psychology from Antioch University. Formerly as Total Rewards Director at McKinstry, Mykkah revolutionized the company's compensation philosophy, emphasizing transparency and fairness. Now, as Senior Talent Intelligence Principal, Mykkah guides executives, HR partners, and managers through a repeatable “Understand, Share, Act” model that drives action planning and measurable outcomes. Their work integrates engagement, pulse, and lifecycle feedback into strategic planning and performance cycles, creating stronger alignment between workforce needs and business goals. Mykkah is passionate about building trust through transparent communication and equipping leaders with data-driven insights to shape inclusive, future-ready total rewards strategies.