Steffi Rusk, MBA
About Steffi Rusk, MBA
Steffi Rusk, MBA, is a Project Manager III, Talent Strategy at BLUE ORIGIN, with a background in business administration, management, and operations.
Current Role at BLUE ORIGIN
Since 2021, Steffi Rusk has been serving as Project Manager III, Talent Strategy at BLUE ORIGIN in Kent, Washington. In this capacity, she focuses on developing and implementing strategies to attract and retain top talent. Her role involves analyzing current talent acquisition processes, identifying areas for improvement, and working collaboratively with various departments to enhance the organization's overall talent strategy.
Previous Positions at BLUE ORIGIN
Before her current role, Steffi Rusk worked as a Project Manager, Organizational Effectiveness at BLUE ORIGIN from 2020 to 2021. During her tenure, she focused on improving organizational processes and enhancing overall effectiveness. Her responsibilities included assessing organizational needs, developing improvement plans, and coordinating with teams to implement change initiatives.
Experience at Alaska Airlines
Steffi Rusk held multiple positions at Alaska Airlines, beginning as a Project Analyst - Flight Path from 2018 to 2019. She then served as a Project Analyst - Employee Experience in 2019, and later as Project Manager II from 2019 to 2020. Across these roles, she was responsible for analyzing project data, enhancing employee experience, and managing various projects aimed at improving operational efficiency within the Greater Seattle Area.
Educational Background
Steffi Rusk holds an MBA from Seattle University, where she studied Business Administration, Management, and Operations from 2017 to 2018. Prior to that, she pursued a Doctorate of Audiology at Utah State University from 2013 to 2015 but did not complete the program. Rusk also earned a Bachelor of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Western Washington University, studying there from 2008 to 2012.
Skills and Self-Description
Steffi Rusk is known for her talent in breaking down complex information into understandable stories for diverse audiences. She thrives on solving complex problems with innovative solutions, viewing each project or process as an engaging challenge. Rusk describes herself as an Innovative Solution Developer, Data Storyteller, Results Driven, and Collaboration Centric, emphasizing her strengths in both creativity and analytical thinking.