Alexandra Bishop
Alexandra Bishop, M.S., is a Boston-based Talent Management and Organizational Development professional currently serving as a Senior Specialist at Lenovo within its Global Future Leaders program. With over six years of experience across industries including financial technology, public accounting, and mental health services, she has built a strong foundation in human resources with a specialized focus on employee listening, performance management, and talent strategy. In her current role, Alexandra leads key initiatives related to Lenovo’s global engagement survey, translating large-scale employee feedback into actionable insights that inform leadership decision-making and drive organizational effectiveness.
In addition to her work in employee listening, Alexandra plays a central role in advancing skills-based talent management across Lenovo. She partners with business leaders to embed skills into hiring, development, and performance processes, helping to shape a more agile and future-ready workforce. Her experience working in both generalist HR roles and now within a global center of excellence has enabled her to bring both strategic and operational perspectives to her work. She is particularly passionate about leveraging data and organizational psychology principles to enhance employee experience and drive meaningful business outcomes.
Alexandra earned her Master of Science in Industrial-Organizational Psychology from Baruch College, where she graduated with a 4.0 GPA while working full-time. During her time there, she served as President of the MSIO Student Association and was recognized with the Cathy Levkulic Award for her leadership and dedication to student service. Recently relocated from New York City to Boston, Alexandra continues to stay actively engaged in the I/O psychology community while exploring her new city. Outside of work, she enjoys horseback riding and spending time with her fiancé, balancing her strong work ethic with a commitment to personal growth and exploration.
• Lumina Select Practitioner
• Human Resources: Managing Employee Problems
• Baruch College
• Lafayette College
• Accepted into Lenovo's Global Future Leaders Program
• Award for outstanding student leadership and contributing to the community from graduate program
• Graduate Student Association President Award for exemplary club leadership
• Baruch College "Cathy Levkulic Award"
• GSA President Award
• SIOP (Society for Industrial Organizational Psychology)
• Co-founder of Student of Industrial Organizational Psychology of New York City organization
• President of Baruch Student I.O. Association
• Volunteer for Boston I.O. organization (Bay State)
• SIONYC
What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to the journey it took to get here and the dedication I’ve put into my growth along the way. Earning my degrees in Psychology and English from Lafayette College, as well as my Master’s in Industrial Organizational Psychology from Baruch College, laid a strong foundation for my career. Being selected for Lenovo’s Global Future Leaders Program and staying actively involved in I/O psychology organizations have also been instrumental in my development. I continue to build on these experiences through leadership opportunities and speaking engagements, which allow me to share my knowledge and keep growing.
What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
The best career advice I’ve received is that I have the ability to make a difference—I just need to work hard and never give up. That mindset has helped me stay motivated, push through challenges, and remain focused on creating meaningful impact.
What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
I would tell young women entering this industry that you have the power to make a meaningful impact in your community and at your school. Stay involved, take on leadership opportunities, and don’t be afraid to step up and make your voice heard. Through dedication and engagement, you can achieve recognition and create positive change.
What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
One of the biggest challenges and opportunities in my field right now is navigating a new environment, as I’ve recently relocated to Boston and have been in my current role for about a year. It’s been an adjustment learning a new market, building relationships, and finding my footing, but it’s also created valuable opportunities for growth, fresh perspectives, and expanding my professional network.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
The values most important to me in both my work and personal life are hard work, leadership, and staying engaged in the communities I’m part of. After relocating from New York City to Boston, I’ve remained committed to supporting others, especially through my leadership experience as President at Baruch, where I worked to uplift and guide student organizations. I also value balance—taking time to recharge through activities like horseback riding and exploring Boston with my fiancé keeps me grounded and motivated.