At the core of Diana Brunelle’s leadership is a quiet but powerful philosophy: say yes—even when it’s scary. That instinct to lean into uncertainty has guided her from pivotal career leaps to nurturing others on their journeys. As Chief People Officer at Snyk, she’s best known for cultivating an inclusive culture that unlocks growth—not just company-wide, but individually. Brunelle’s early years in the workforce were shaped by women who opened doors for her, and today, she’s doing the same—creating space for others to lead, especially women navigating complex careers. Her legacy isn’t built on a single defining moment, but a string of transformative ones, driven by trust, self-belief, and an unwavering commitment to paying it forward.
Born and raised in Massachusetts, Diana Brunelle earned her bachelor’s degree from Northeastern University. With over 20 years in global HR and talent leadership, she has held senior roles across the tech sector, including Chief People Officer at Drift and CHRO at Avid Technology. At Snyk, she leads the company’s global People Team, shaping talent strategy, scaling culture, and supporting employee well-being across geographies. At the core of her work is a belief that people do their best when they feel seen, heard, and capable of reaching their full potential.
What ties it all together is Brunelle’s fearlessness—not just in navigating corporate spaces, but in trusting her own path. When she stepped away from a full-time role to launch her own HR consultancy while raising two kids as a single mother, the risks were high, and the doubts loud. But her belief in her vision outweighed the noise. Today, she applies that same courage to championing equity in leadership and creating momentum for women returning to the workforce. For Brunelle, empowering people isn’t a nice-to-have—it’s the engine of change. And she knows the power of that change multiplies when women lift each other up.