Kristen Garrity Email & Phone Number

Pittsburgh, Pa, Us

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States

As a member of the Business Planning and Programs team within the Product and Health Experience organization, I am responsible for activating 700+ team members through various engagement and development opportunities, including mentorship initiatives, performance and potential assessments, onboarding processes, and other engagement initiatives across a hybrid environment.

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States

As a member of the Talent Center of Excellence, I operationalized Highmark's talent strategies through the development of an early-career pipeline for future, high-priority roles across the business. I collaborated closely with business leaders, learning and development specialists, and other Human Resources' team members to design and execute early career rotational programs that adequately prepared recent college graduates to fill critical roles that support Highmark Health's strategic priorities.

University Park, Pennsylvania

As a member of the Engagement Team, I specialized in developing and implementing strategies that engaged current university students and recent graduates. I worked closely with student leaders, university administrators, D&I professionals, and other key stakeholders to plan and execute approximately 25 professional development and student engagement programs annually. Additionally, I worked closely with Penn State's student ambassador program, Lion Ambassadors, coaching a 15-member student leadership team and advising 160 ambassadors on communication best practices, leadership development, and people management, including handling peer conflict and grievances.Skills Enhanced in this Role * Facilitation / Presentation Skills * Project Management * Coaching * Interpersonal Communication

Washington D.C. Metro Area

As a Product Manager, I was responsible for the business development practices of two firm service offerings: Financial Products and Services Litigation and Insolvency and Debtor-Creditor Disputes. I worked in collaboration with legal experts, firm leadership, and communication specialists to identify and implement the strategies, networking tactics, and digital marketing approaches in order to grow the firm's brand and develop a strong matter pipeline. I also worked closely with my colleagues in Human Resources and Knowledge Management to assist with the on-boarding and training of legal professionals and college hire analysts through the creation of firm best practices and formal training presentations.Skills Enhanced in this Role* Attention to Detail * Simplifying and Communicating Complex/Niche Topics * Formal Presentation Skills* Digital Marketing / Audience Analysis

Washington D.C. Metro Area

As an Analyst, I aided case teams with the representation of clients facing complex legal issues. I was responsible for researching and analyzing case matter fact patterns, organizing competing case team priorities, managing key client documents, and facilitating communications with internal and external stakeholders. Another core responsibility of this role was collaborating with HR and talent acquisition colleagues to assist with the recruitment, hiring, and onboarding practices of college hire Analysts and Litigation Assistants.Skills Enhanced in this Role* Attention to Detail * Prioritization * Analytical and Critical Thinking Skills* Recruiting* Written and Verbal Communication

Allentown, Pennsylvania, United States

As a member of the Human Resources' leadership team, I oversaw the training and professional development initiatives for approximately 2,000 seasonal associates. I prepared and delivered daily training sessions focusing on corporate best practices and employee guidelines and expectations. Additionally, I supported the J1-Visa program, supporting approximately 400 students from across the globe throughout the duration of their employment. Skills Enhanced in this Role* Formal Presentation / Facilitation Skills* Interpersonal Communication* Cultural Competency * Engagement / Retention

Master’S Degree, International Affairs

Bachelor’S Degree, International Politics

Certificate, Mastering Organizational Change