Amarylla Ganner

Work History

Epic for Kids

04.2022 - Current

Responsible for the employee experience for 180 hybrid employees in both the US & Canada to increase engagement and continue to be a "best place to work"
Managed all communication for orientation, 30-60-90 day trainings, engagement surveys, and off boarding, increasing internal brand awareness and employment experience
Calendared all internal events and meetings for CEO & COO, optimizing Executives time in office and with employees
Planned internal event program partnering with ERG's to produce an average of 16 in-person and Hybrid events per month, growing participation by 100% with in first 6 months
Directly managed Employee Resource Groups planning meetings, marketing, budget tracking, invoicing, and general operational support, increasing programming and and participation
Re Designed and launched website for Employee Resource Center, creating a streamlined one stop shop for all employee resources, calendars and policies
Created the Philanthropy & Volunteerism program for employees, Epic Together, providing teams regional volunteer activities to participate in
Redesigned culinary program including lunchtime catering and office snack programs, garnering rave reviews and increasing in office participation by 40%
Managed two office workspaces including vendors, facilities, and landlord relationships. Providing leadership with no concerns about real estate contracts or facilities issues

Bon Appetit Management Company

01.2009 - 01.2011

Primarily responsible for the extensive food service and event experience for Googlers at the Mountain View and San Bruno Campuses
Managed a staff of 10 direct reports and 150 employees in cafes, campus event services, and our administrative office
Business Office Manager including but not limited to overseeing the People Operations (Human Resources, Accounting, Payroll, and Marketing departments)
Established comprehensive employee training programs to develop skills, improve productivity, and maintain compliance with industry regulations.
Responsible for Cafe and Catering rebranding, Project Managed 4 cafe flips (from concept creation to buildouts and staffing to door opening)

Bon Appétit Management Company

01.2008 - 01.2009

Partnered with the HR Director to travel domestically to accounts of varying sizes and standardize job descriptions across the region
Met with management teams and clients to work to improve account performance
Identified key issues that were impacting account retention including employee engagement, client satisfaction, and operational efficiency
Promoted a culture of continuous learning through the coordination of professional development opportunities and workshops for employees at all levels within the organization.
Revamped on-boarding & off-boarding protocols
Managed employee relations, investigating and resolving conflicts to maintain a positive work environment.

Bon Appetit Management Company

01.2005 - 01.2008

Directed all aspects of operations for multiple large specialty event facilities both the De Young Museum and the Legion of Honor, and their on-site restaurants
Organized multiple pre-opening projects, cross-functionally with all departments.
Directly supervised the Special Events Department, with an average execution of 425 events/experiences per year

Bon Appetit Management Company

01.2003 - 01.2005

Managed sales and operations for a multi-unit Campus catering operation, Conference Center, Executive Business Center & Cafe
Coordinated daily culinary logistics for a 250-person Conference Center, and 10+ individual conference rooms
Provided drop-off and full-service catering for up to 50 events daily
Worked closely with multiple facilities and production departments (Janitorial, AV/Tech, Security) while coordinating campus-wide delivery schedules
Analyzed and reported on weekly financials as well as annual budgeting and revenue forecasting