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BriAnn Whitfield

Summary

HR & People Ops professional with 7+ years of experience driving measurable results in employee engagement, compliance, and operational efficiency. Spearheaded foundational HR policy creation, automated onboarding workflows that cut turnover by 25% , and launched leadership development programs that strengthened manager capability. Recently earned certifications in AI automation, workflow design, and no-code systems (Rutgers, Asana, Parabola) and applied them to reduce manual HR tasks by 30% and streamline onboarding and engagement workflows . Known for a human-first approach, blending strategy with execution to create efficient, compliant, and people-centered workplaces.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Employee Success & Recruiting Coordinator

Threekit
02.2025 - Current
  • Partner with CEO to manage executive priorities, scheduling, and board communications, ensuring 95% calendar alignment across leadership .
  • Designed and launched onboarding workflows that cut ramp-up time for new hires by 20% and improved manager satisfaction scores.
  • Implemented AI and workflow automation (Rutgers, Asana, Parabola certifications) into HR processes, reducing manual admin tasks by 30% and shortening employee request turnaround time from 3 days to 1 day .
  • Supported recruiting efforts by screening candidates, coordinating interviews, and reducing average time-to-schedule by 40% through improved processes.
  • Drove employee engagement programs, including Nectar rollout, resulting in 70%+ adoption in first 3 months .

People Operations Specialist

Crafty
05.2022 - 02.2025
  • Developed and implemented time and attendance policies/platforms, ensuring compliance and improving accountability in a hybrid/remote environment.
  • Led a 4-point performance management system revamp, improving clarity in evaluations and strengthening talent assessment.
  • Designed and launched the “Manager Round Table” program, equipping new managers with leadership and communication skills to handle tough conversations confidently.
  • Automated onboarding workflows , reducing manual HR tasks by 30% and decreasing new hire turnover by 25%.
  • Implemented HRIS platforms, enhancing recruitment efficiency and performance tracking accuracy.
  • Rolled out peer recognition initiatives, increasing employee engagement by 25% within the first year.

HR Business Partner

Discover Financial Services
06.2021 - 05.2022
  • Supported workforce planning and organizational restructuring to align talent strategies with corporate objectives.
  • Conducted focus groups and pulse surveys that drove a 20% improvement in employee experience .
  • Analyzed employee relations data to recommend proactive workplace solutions, minimizing escalations.
  • Coached managers on performance improvement strategies, resulting in improved team morale and engagement.

Recruiting Coordinator

PeopleScout
01.2017 - 01.2019
  • Reduced time-to-fill metrics by 20% through streamlined end-to-end recruitment strategies.
  • Enhanced candidate satisfaction scores by 15% via improved communication and process efficiency.
  • Managed 5,000+ ATS candidate records with 95% accuracy .


Education

Associate of Science - Business Administration And Management

Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH

Skills

    HR Infrastructure Development Manager Development & Coaching Onboarding Optimization
    Employee Engagement Performance Management HRIS Implementation
    Policy Design & Compliance Remote Work Adaptation Data-Driven Decision-Making
    AI & Workflow Automation (Rutgers, Asana, Parabola)

Affiliations

  • Corporate Advisory Board - La Rabida Children's Hospital

Certification

  • Senior Certified Professional — Society for Human Resource Management (2023)
  • Entry-Level Payroll Specialist Certification — ADP (2025)
  • Entry-Level Compensation and Benefits Analyst Certification — ADP (2025)
  • Certificate in AI Agents & Workflow Automation — Rutgers University (2025)
  • Workflow Specialist Certificate — Asana Academy (2025)
  • Automation Specialist Certificate — Parabola (2025)

Timeline

Employee Success & Recruiting Coordinator

Threekit
02.2025 - Current

People Operations Specialist

Crafty
05.2022 - 02.2025

HR Business Partner

Discover Financial Services
06.2021 - 05.2022

Recruiting Coordinator

PeopleScout
01.2017 - 01.2019

Associate of Science - Business Administration And Management

Southern New Hampshire University