References & Recommendations

“Emily can interview well but that isn’t what landed her the job at CTC. There is an earnestness about her work and clear dedication to the people she supports within an organization that landed her the job on TOP of her qualifications. It’s because of this that Emily was quickly promoted from manager to Director of People + Talent and offered the chance to build out her own department under the Differentiation umbrella.

In the two and a half years+ I’ve worked with Emily, I have seen her double down on herself and take chances on herself that have made her one of the most wholehearted people I’ve ever had the honor of working alongside. Her personal core values easily influence how she shows up and what she expects of others in the best way possible. There are constant lines of communication and transparency threads open to ensure alignment.

She is thoughtful and methodical. She was my go to collaborator on 70% of my work and a primary reason I was able to go out of office with peace of mind that CTC was in good, capable hands while taking time off. Thankful she joined DIFF when she did to build out what we did together. Even more thankful that she joined DIFF to watch what she built on her own. Emily is a true people’s champion making “HR cool.”

“Emily is an extremely talented individual with a passion for PEOPLE. She possesses a unique combination of technical knowledge and business acumen, allowing her to successfully navigate complex projects and find innovative solutions to challenging problems. She is a quick learner and is not afraid to take on new responsibilities, making her a valuable asset to any team.”

“The true measure of someone’s character often comes when circumstances are difficult. It was during these moments when I witnessed Emily’s skill and professionalism shine brightest. Her willingness and ability to wholeheartedly take on tasks precisely when it was hard are why it would be impossible not to endorse who she is and what she’s capable of with the highest praise.”

“Emily was great to work with during her time at Common Thread Collective.

She was a leader in her department and was able to make such a lasting impact on the organization. She brought positivity and enthusiasm to the organization and always led with a team-first mentality.

She helped guide the organization through many periods of growth and change and always showed up with consistency and professionalism. Emily would be a great addition to any team!”

“Where to begin?! Emily is the most exceptional blend of professional finesse and personal empathy that I have ever witnessed. During our 3+ years of overlapping time, I have watched her create a completely new landscape for People + Talent by building out digital process that have increased efficiency tenfold for vital processes: hiring/onboarding/separation/promotions/HR process/benefits/etc. Even now as she prepares to start her next venture, she has blown me away with her clarity & organization in transferring information and setting the team up for success.

I would be remiss not to mention, also, her IMMENSE wholeheartedness in her approach to People + Talent…it’s about the people after all! Emily brings empathy, genuine personality, and true collaboration to every room & zoom that she enters. I cannot overemphasize what a difference her presence has made in allowing the employees to feel SEEN & HEARD. The balancing act of care + challenge is a tricky one, and one she has mastered nonetheless.”

“Equal parts care and challenge is how I would describe Emily and even that doesn’t do her justice. Emily is a true partner in every sense of the word, able to do hard things while remaining empathetic and gracefully balancing business needs and human needs.

Creatively solving problems with Emily is a pleasure. She not only tackles the challenge at hand, but thinks about scaling the solution and across different time horizons. Emily quickly operationalizes processes from a human-centric lens; always considering how communication will be received and how to make it most impactful.

It’s a joy to work with a strategic partner like Emily especially in an area as complex and rewarding as people operations.”