About Rod Samra

Workforce Equity & Compliance Consultant | Former DOL-OFCCP Senior Investigator | Featured Contributor to Business Insider

Rod Samra is a nationally recognized Workforce Equity & Compliance Consultant with more than 20 years of experience leading systemic EEO investigations, labor relations strategies, and culture transformation initiatives. A former Senior Investigator with the U.S. Department of Labor's Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP), Rod has secured multimillion‑dollar settlements, guided CEOs and boards through complex compliance challenges, and designed programs that drive measurable improvements in representation, accessibility, and employee retention.

Rod is also a featured contributor to Business Insider and a speaker for the SHRM Volusia/Flagler Chapter, where he shares insights on equity, compliance, and the future of work. Known for his ability to translate complex legal frameworks into practical, human‑centered strategies, Rod partners with organizations to move beyond "check‑the‑box" compliance and build workplaces where equity is embedded in culture, not just policy.

Education & Certifications

Master of Business Administration
Human Resources & Change Management
University of Central Florida
2002
Bachelor of Science
Business Administration & Hospitality Management
University of Central Florida
2000
Professional Certification
SPHR
Senior Professional in Human Resources
Current
Federal Certification
U.S. Department of Labor-OFCCP
Certified Investigator
Certified

Areas of Expertise

EEO Investigations & Compliance
Workforce Analytics & Impact Analysis
Employee Relations Strategy & Culture Transformation
OFCCP Audit Readiness
Disability Employment & Accessibility
Executive Leadership Development
HR Policy & Program Development
Data Visualization & Storytelling

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