Megan W.
About Megan W.
Megan W. is a Project Manager in HR Operations at AXA XL, where she leads innovative solutions for HR improvements across the Americas. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Speech Communications and Psychology from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and a Master's degree in Industrial Relations from the University of Wisconsin-Madison.
Work at AXA XL
Megan W. serves as a Project Manager in HR Operations at AXA XL, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she leads the development and implementation of innovative solutions aimed at continuous improvement in HR operations across the Americas. She also facilitates strategic planning using agile methods for critical HR projects, contributing to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the HR department.
Education and Expertise
Megan W. holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Speech Communications and Psychology from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, where she studied from 1993 to 1997. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Science degree in Industrial Relations from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, completing her studies from 1997 to 1999. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her expertise in human resources and project management.
Background
Before joining AXA XL, Megan W. founded and operated DesignDot, where she worked as a Business Professional from 2011 to 2021 in New Canaan, Connecticut. Prior to that, she gained significant experience at IBM, serving as a Senior Human Resources Business Partner for six years from 1999 to 2005 across various locations, including Raleigh, Armonk, Poughkeepsie, and Somers. This diverse background has equipped her with a wide range of skills in HR operations and project management.
Professional Experience
Megan W. has over a decade of experience in human resources and project management. At IBM, she held the position of Senior Human Resources Business Partner, where she developed her skills in HR strategy and operations. Her entrepreneurial experience as the founder of DesignDot further enhanced her business acumen and leadership capabilities. This combination of corporate and entrepreneurial experience informs her current role at AXA XL.