Gabrielle Mc Clain
About Gabrielle Mc Clain
Gabrielle McClain is a Manager of Retention at Academic Partnerships, where she has worked since 2021. She has a background in recruitment and retention, having previously served as a Team Lead at the same company and as a Recruiter at KeyStaff Inc.
Current Role at Academic Partnerships
Gabrielle Mc Clain serves as the Manager of Retention at Academic Partnerships. She has held this position since 2021, contributing to the organization's focus on employee retention strategies. In her role, she develops and oversees Learning & Development initiatives, ensuring effective coaching for both individual contributors and people leaders. Gabrielle leads the onboarding program for new hires and internal career transfers, facilitating a smooth transition into the company.
Previous Experience at Academic Partnerships
Before her current role, Gabrielle worked at Academic Partnerships as the Team Lead for Retention from 2015 to 2021. In this position, she was responsible for managing retention strategies and initiatives. Her experience in this role laid the groundwork for her current responsibilities, allowing her to build on her knowledge of employee engagement and retention practices.
Experience at KeyStaff Inc.
Gabrielle Mc Clain began her career as a Recruiter at KeyStaff Inc. in 2015, where she worked for eight months in Dallas, Texas. This early experience in recruitment provided her with foundational skills in talent acquisition and employee relations, which she later applied in her roles focused on retention and development.
Educational Background
Gabrielle studied at The University of Texas at San Antonio, where she earned a Bachelor's degree in Business Management. This educational background equipped her with essential knowledge and skills relevant to her career in human resources and employee development.
Professional Development Initiatives
In her current role, Gabrielle is actively involved in various professional development initiatives. She facilitates monthly coaching sessions and quarterly strategic reviews to align individual goals with company objectives. Additionally, she serves as a Career Expo facilitator, covering topics such as career journey progression and career transition tips for success. Gabrielle is also involved in University Program Launches and De-Escalation training.