Nani Makia Steitz, Phr
About Nani Makia Steitz, Phr
Nani Makia Steitz is an HR Manager for the Central/East Regions at Brown-Forman, where she has worked since 2022. She holds a BA in Psychology and a certificate in Human Resource Management from Saint Louis University, and has extensive experience in various HR roles across multiple organizations.
Work at Brown-Forman
Nani Makia Steitz currently holds the position of HR Manager for the Central/East Regions at Brown-Forman, a role she has occupied since 2022. Her responsibilities include managing the recruitment life cycle and overseeing leave of absence processes in conjunction with Disability, FMLA, and company-specific leave policies. Steitz has a history with Brown-Forman, having previously served in various HR roles, including Senior HR Generalist and HR Manager for Supply Chain. Her extensive experience within the company spans several years and multiple positions.
Education and Expertise
Nani Makia Steitz earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Saint Louis University. She also completed a Certificate in Human Resource Management, equipping her with foundational knowledge in HR practices. Steitz has developed expertise in using HRIS systems, specifically UltiPro and ADP, which are essential for managing employee data and payroll. Additionally, she is experienced in managing the recruitment life cycle using iCIMS and Newton, enhancing her effectiveness in HR operations.
Background
Nani Makia Steitz has a diverse professional background in human resources. She began her career as a Talent Development Intern at Fleishman Hillard from 2006 to 2008. Following this, she worked as a Benefits Administrator at Groupon for a year in the Greater Chicago Area. Steitz then joined Brown-Forman, where she held multiple HR positions, including HR Specialist and HR Generalist, before advancing to managerial roles. She also worked briefly as an HR Representative at KiZAN Technologies in 2014.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Nani Makia Steitz has contributed to various HR initiatives and processes. At Brown-Forman, she has facilitated training and development sessions as part of her HR responsibilities. She has also played a key role in managing organization-wide communications and reductions in force. Her experience in handling complex HR functions demonstrates her capability in the field.