Natanya Trazenfeld

Natanya Trazenfeld

Natanya Trazenfeld (She/Her/Hers)

Ph.D. Student, Social-Organizational Psychology

Research Discipline/Bio

Natanya is pursuing a Ph.D. in Social-Organizational Psychology at Teachers College, Columbia University. Her primary research focuses on executive team group dynamics and identity management in the workplace. Before coming to TC, Natanya worked as an organizational development and leadership advisory professional leveraging evidence-based tools to enhance leadership, workplace culture, and team effectiveness across industries and sectors. At Spencer Stuart, a leading global executive search and leadership consulting firm, she partnered with senior leaders to assess executives’ leadership capabilities, facilitate lasting culture change, and improve how executive teams work together. Previously, Natanya worked at a boutique organizational development firm, served as a chief of staff at a growing startup, and held a strategic role in Human Resources. As she develops as a researcher, she continues to work as an independent consultant on projects that are meaningful to her.

Educational Background

Master of Arts, Social-Organizational Psychology, Teachers College, 2022

Bachelor of Arts, International Relations and Community Health, Tufts University, 2017

Organization & Leadership

Last Updated: Jun 5, 2025

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