Jennifer Ratliff
About Jennifer Ratliff
Jennifer Ratliff is a Talent Acquisition Manager at American Electric Power, where she has worked since 2022. With extensive experience in executive recruitment across various fields, she previously held positions at Micro Center and Employment Resources in Columbus, Ohio.
Work at American Electric Power
Jennifer Ratliff has served as the Talent Acquisition Manager at American Electric Power since 2022. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing the recruitment processes for the organization, focusing on attracting top talent to meet the company's operational needs. Her position is based in Columbus, Ohio, where she contributes to the strategic goals of the company through effective talent acquisition strategies.
Previous Experience in Talent Acquisition
Before joining American Electric Power, Jennifer Ratliff worked at Micro Center as the Corporate Recruiting/Talent Acquisition Manager from 2015 to 2022. During her seven years at Micro Center, she developed and implemented recruitment strategies to attract skilled professionals. Prior to that, she held the position of Senior Recruiter at Employment Resources from 1996 to 2012, where she managed recruitment efforts for various sectors.
Education and Expertise
Jennifer Ratliff studied at Ohio University, where she earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) with a focus on Human Resources Management and Services from 1988 to 1992. She also completed her education at Bishop Watterson High School from 1984 to 1988. Her academic background complements her extensive experience in executive-level recruitment across various fields, including IT, engineering, finance, and marketing.
Background in National Expansion Projects
Jennifer Ratliff has played a significant role in national expansion projects throughout her career. Notably, she represented a top auto finance company in their national expansion efforts. Additionally, she was instrumental in the conversion of Lazarus to Macy's in the late 1990s, managing recruitment across multiple states, including Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky, West Virginia, and Pennsylvania.
Expertise in Executive Recruitment
Jennifer Ratliff has a strong background in managing recruitment for mid to senior-level management positions. She managed executive recruitment for Gateway Computer's Retail division during its national expansion from 1996 to 2000. Her expertise spans diverse fields, allowing her to effectively address the recruitment needs of various sectors.