Salena is the VP Talent Sustainability & Talent Acquisition, at Armstrong World Industries.
Salena is responsible for development and execution of talent acquisition, learning and development
and programs that support the company’s talent sustainability (People Pillar).

Before joining AWI, Salena worked for ExpressJet Airlines for 22 years where her last role was as
Director of Employee Relations, Engagement and Culture.

While at ExpressJet, she served as board president of WINGS, When in Need Get Support, the
companies non-profit foundation and now serves as board president of the AWI Foundation. Since
moving to Lancaster County in April 2021, Salena has become an active part of the Lancaster County
community and serves as a board member of the Lancaster County Community Foundation, Lancaster
United Way, Lancaster Cleft Palate Clinic, Brightside Opportunity Center, Lancaster County Workforce
Development, facilitator for Career Ready Lancaster, and committee advisory member LancasterMakes
(STEM promotion organization), Habitat for Humanity and both the Lancaster Chamber Excellence
Exchange and Women in Business.

Salena studied English and Vocal and Performing Arts at the University of Texas at Arlington and later
transferred to the University of Houston. She enjoys life to the fullest enjoying her family, traveling,
cooking, and as a fitness enthusiast.

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