Malika N. Terry is a recognized thought leader and accomplished Human Resources executive specializing in Total Rewards strategy, executive compensation, and HR transformation. With 25+ years of experience, she has led Total Rewards strategies for Fortune 50 companies like UPS, as well as other global organizations, successfully navigating mergers, acquisitions, spin-offs, and workforce transformations.

What sets Malika apart is her ability to translate complex compensation and benefits concepts into clear, actionable insights—whether advising executives and boards, guiding HR teams through transformation, or helping employees understand their compensation and benefits. She ensures Total Rewards isn’t just a function—it’s a driver of talent attraction, engagement, and business success.

Malika holds an MBA in International Business from Mercer University and a Bachelor of Social Work from the University of Georgia.

A respected thought leader, Malika influences the Total Rewards profession as an instructor, speaker, and industry advisor. Through WorldatWork, she leads professional certification courses, serves on the Compensation Advisory Council, contributes to industry publications, and reviews the Body of Knowledge for compensation and benefits certifications. She is also a highly sought-after speaker at leading HR and Total Rewards conferences.