Joy Fitzgerald

Eli Lilly and Company, Vice President, Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer

Joy Fitzgerald currently serves as Lilly’s Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer. In that role, she partners with the company’s CEO and senior executives to attract top talent, develop future leaders, and ensure that all employees can thrive in an inclusive environment that is as diverse as the communities and patients we serve.

As a dynamic speaker and strategic thought partner, Joy has presented keynote speeches and workshops in more than 20 countries on five continents. She has more than 20 years of leadership experience in both for-profit and nonprofit organizations in several industries. She is a highly sought-after executive coach, helping leaders to fulfill their aspirations.

Joy is a popular speaker at conferences and meetings, and she gives back to the community. She has served on boards for several organizations and was named by Diversity Journal as a “Woman Worth Watching;” by Healthcare Businesswomen’s Association as a “Rising Star;” and by Black Enterprise as a Top Executive in Corporate Diversity.

Articles by Joy Fitzgerald

Eli Lilly and Company: Where Diversity and Inclusion Are a Business Imperative

Lilly's Chief D&I Officer details the company's data-driven approach to pay equity, mentorship, and inclusive hiring. See open roles at Eli Lilly.