Jessica Adams, Phr
About Jessica Adams, Phr
Jessica Adams serves as the Vice President of HR and Recruiting at Brad's Deals, bringing extensive experience in human resources and organizational strategy. She actively promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives and supports female founders and women re-entering the workforce.
Current Role at Brad's Deals
Jessica Adams serves as the Vice President of HR and Recruiting at Brad's Deals, a position she has held since 2011. In this role, she oversees human resources strategies and recruitment processes, contributing to the company's growth and workforce development in the Greater Chicago Area. Her extensive experience in HR allows her to implement effective practices that align with organizational goals.
Previous Experience in Human Resources
Before joining Brad's Deals, Jessica Adams held several significant positions in human resources. She worked at Washington Mutual as a Senior HR Business Partner and Assistant Vice President from 2003 to 2006. Following that, she served as an HR Manager at Conseco from 2006 to 2010. These roles provided her with a solid foundation in HR management and organizational strategy.
Education and Expertise
Jessica Adams has a strong educational background in human resources and organizational development. She earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology and Human & Organizational Development from Vanderbilt University. She later achieved a Master of Education in Human Resources Development from the same institution. Additionally, she studied HTML and CSS at Starter League in 2013, enhancing her technical skills.
Contributions to Professional Organizations
Jessica Adams is an active member of the Forbes Human Resources Council since 2020, where she shares insights on HR practices. She also engages with the community as a Board Member and Treasurer at Northfield Community Nursery School from 2017 to 2020. Furthermore, she has been a member of the Board of Trustees at WTTW/Chicago PBS and WFMT Chicago since 2021, contributing to organizational governance.
Focus on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Jessica Adams specializes in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. She is dedicated to creating inclusive workplace environments and actively supports female founders and women re-entering the workforce. Through her efforts, she provides resources and guidance to help these individuals navigate unique challenges in their professional journeys.