Ellen Kilian
About Ellen Kilian
Ellen Kilian is a People and Development Specialist at Backstop Solutions Group, where she has worked since 2020. She has a background in communication and has held various roles in human resources and marketing, including positions at Saint Mary's College and Baker Tilly Virchow Krause, LLP.
Current Role at Backstop Solutions Group
Ellen Kilian serves as a People and Development Specialist at Backstop Solutions Group, a position she has held since 2020. In this role, she focuses on managing partnerships and employer branding efforts with platforms such as LinkedIn and Glassdoor. She collaborates with the Knowledge Management team to lead new hire culture sessions, ensuring that new employees are integrated into the company culture effectively. Additionally, she has played a key role in enhancing the employee experience by leading the implementation of a new HRIS system, Paycom, which included the successful migration of historical data.
Previous Experience at Backstop Solutions Group
Prior to her current role, Ellen Kilian worked as a Talent Sourcer at Backstop Solutions Group from 2019 to 2020. In this capacity, she was responsible for sourcing and recruiting talent to meet the organization's needs. Her experience in this role contributed to her understanding of the recruitment process and the importance of aligning talent acquisition with company culture and values.
Education and Academic Background
Ellen Kilian earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication, PR & Advertising from Saint Mary's College, where she studied from 2015 to 2019. Her education provided her with a strong foundation in communication strategies and public relations, which she has applied throughout her career. Prior to attending Saint Mary's College, she studied at Villa Duchesne and Oak Hill School from 2011 to 2015.
Internship Experience
Ellen Kilian has gained valuable experience through various internships. In 2018, she worked as a Marketing Intern at Baker Tilly Virchow Krause, LLP for two months. Additionally, she served as a Media/Public Relations Intern at HRW Music Group from 2017 to 2018 for ten months. These internships allowed her to develop practical skills in marketing and public relations, which have contributed to her professional development.
Onboarding Process Development
Ellen Kilian has developed a new onboarding process in Paycom, which streamlines the initiation of new employees' first week. She implemented a 30/60/90 Day survey to assess the effectiveness of the onboarding program, allowing for continuous improvement in the onboarding experience. This initiative reflects her commitment to enhancing the employee experience and ensuring that new hires are well-prepared for their roles.