Dorothy Waltenbaugh, Phr
About Dorothy Waltenbaugh, Phr
Dorothy Waltenbaugh is the Employee Relations, Payroll & Benefits Manager at 80 Acres Farms, where she has worked since 2021. She has extensive experience in human resources and management, having held positions at various companies including Anthropologie, Arhaus Furniture, and Taste of Belgium.
Current Role at 80 Acres Farms
Dorothy Waltenbaugh serves as the Employee Relations, Payroll & Benefits Manager at 80 Acres Farms since 2021. In this role, she oversees HR and payroll functions, ensuring compliance and efficiency within the organization. Waltenbaugh is responsible for designing and implementing benefit plans and policies, which are essential for employee satisfaction and retention. She also oversees two market stand operations and their respective teams, contributing to the overall operational success of the company.
Previous Experience at Anthropologie
Waltenbaugh worked at Anthropologie as a Store Visual Manager from 2000 to 2002 in the Cincinnati, Ohio area. During her two-year tenure, she was responsible for visual merchandising and store presentation, which are critical for enhancing customer experience and driving sales.
Career at Arhaus Furniture
From 2004 to 2012, Waltenbaugh held the position of General Manager at Arhaus Furniture in Kenwood Towne Center. Over her eight years in this role, she managed store operations and contributed to the overall growth of the business. She implemented HRIS systems that facilitated the growth of the team from 60 to 400 members, showcasing her expertise in human resources and team management.
Human Resources Leadership at Taste of Belgium
Waltenbaugh served as the Director of Human Resources and Payroll at Taste of Belgium from 2012 to 2021 in Cincinnati, Ohio. In this nine-year role, she managed HR and payroll functions, ensuring that the company maintained effective employee relations and compliance with labor regulations.
Educational Background
Waltenbaugh earned her Bachelor's degree in Psychology from the University of Cincinnati, where she studied from 1990 to 1994. Additionally, she studied Baking and Pastry Arts at the Institute of Culinary Education, achieving a bachelor's degree from 1995 to 1996. This diverse educational background supports her multifaceted career in both human resources and culinary arts.