Heather Kleist
About Heather Kleist
Heather Kleist is a Senior Human Resources Business Partner at Acquia, with over a decade of experience in various HR roles, including positions at Widen and ABB. She holds a BBA in Management & Human Resources from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and has demonstrated a strong career progression in the field.
Current Role at Acquia
Heather Kleist currently serves as a Senior Human Resources Business Partner at Acquia, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she is responsible for aligning HR strategies with business objectives and supporting organizational development initiatives. Her work is based in Madison, Wisconsin, where she leverages her extensive HR experience to enhance employee engagement and drive performance.
Previous Experience at Widen, An Acquia Company
Heather Kleist has a significant history with Widen, An Acquia Company, where she worked in various HR roles from 2014 to 2021. She began as a Human Resources Generalist and progressed to Human Resources Manager, and then to Senior Human Resources Manager. Her tenure at Widen spanned seven years, during which she contributed to HR operations and employee management in Madison, Wisconsin.
Background in Human Resources
Heather Kleist has over a decade of experience in human resources, showcasing a strong career progression through various roles. Her background includes positions as a Human Resources Generalist and Coordinator at ABB, and as a Human Resources Assistant at Infrastructure and Energy Alternatives, Inc. This diverse experience in both corporate and research environments has equipped her with a broad perspective on HR management.
Education and Certification
Heather Kleist earned her Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree in Management & Human Resources from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, completing her studies from 2005 to 2009. Additionally, she has passed the Professional in Human Resources Certification exam, which highlights her expertise in HR practices and commitment to professional development.
Early Career Experience
Heather Kleist began her career in human resources with an internship at the Wisconsin Alumni Research Foundation (WARF) in 2008. Following her internship, she worked as a Human Resources Assistant at Infrastructure and Energy Alternatives, Inc. from 2009 to 2012. This early experience laid the foundation for her subsequent roles in HR and contributed to her understanding of the field.