Monique Gazdik
About Monique Gazdik
Monique Gazdik is a Senior Recruiter with a background in psychology and human resources. She has worked in various roles across multiple organizations, including GEICO and BAYADA Home Health Care, and is currently employed at Column in Hawaii.
Work at Column
Monique Gazdik currently serves as a Senior Recruiter at Column, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she focuses on aligning candidates with mission-driven opportunities within the organization. Her expertise in recruitment is complemented by her commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.
Previous Experience in Recruitment
Before joining Column, Monique Gazdik accumulated extensive experience in recruitment across various organizations. She worked as a Professional Recruiter at GEICO from 2011 to 2014 in Chevy Chase, MD, and later as a Corporate Recruiter at ALTRES for a brief period in 2015 in Honolulu, Hawaii. Additionally, she served as a Senior Talent Acquisition Partner at BAYADA Home Health Care from 2018 to 2021 and as an HR Business Partner at Kaiser Permanente from 2015 to 2018, both in the Hawaiian Islands.
Education and Expertise
Monique Gazdik earned her Bachelor's degree from the University at Buffalo, where she studied Psychology and English, with a minor in Sociology, from 2005 to 2010. She also pursued studies in Human Resources and Adult Education, enhancing her knowledge and skills in recruitment and talent acquisition.
Background and Relocation
Originally from Niagara Falls, New York, Monique Gazdik relocated to Honolulu, Hawaii, where she has built her career in recruitment. Her background includes working for non-profit organizations and mission-driven companies, reflecting her commitment to aligning individuals with meaningful work.
Engagement in Diversity and Inclusion
Monique Gazdik actively engages in discussions surrounding Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). She believes that people are as important as the product in her professional endeavors, emphasizing the significance of creating inclusive environments in the workplace.