Beth Armistead
About Beth Armistead
Beth Armistead serves as the Talent Development, Talent Management Manager at Condé Nast, where she has worked since 2021. With a diverse background in talent management and development across various organizations, she focuses on creating inclusive and effective learning initiatives.
Work at Condé Nast
Beth Armistead has been serving as the Talent Development, Talent Management Manager at Condé Nast since 2021. In this role, she leads the design and implementation of various learning aids, including session workbooks, resource guides, and virtual training presentation decks. She also facilitates both virtual and hybrid training sessions for global and local employee populations. Additionally, she collaborates with the Sustainability and Diversity & Inclusion teams to ensure that talent management initiatives are environmentally friendly and inclusive. Her work focuses on enhancing the talent development framework within the organization.
Previous Experience in Talent Management
Before joining Condé Nast, Beth Armistead held several positions in talent management. She worked at Hudson's Bay Company as a Talent Management Coordinator and later as a Talent Management Specialist. She also served as a Learning and Talent Development Lead at YOOX NET-A-PORTER GROUP. Her experience includes roles at Mind Gym as a Solutions Designer for Learning and Talent Development and at Toys"R"Us as a Learning & Development Manager. These positions contributed to her expertise in designing and implementing talent management strategies.
Educational Background
Beth Armistead holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology with a minor in Communications from Lambuth University. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Arts degree in Industrial/Organizational Psychology from Hofstra University. Her academic background provides a strong foundation for her work in talent development and management, equipping her with the knowledge to understand employee behavior and organizational dynamics.
Career Progression and Roles
Beth Armistead's career spans various roles in human resources and talent development. She began her professional journey as a part-time Administrative Assistant at Byrd and Byrd Attorneys at Law, PLLC, and later worked as a Recruiting Assistant at Blank Rome LLP. Over the years, she has held positions such as Human Resources Coordinator at Christie's and The Navigators Group, Inc. Her diverse experience across different industries has shaped her approach to talent management and development.
Skills and Strategic Initiatives
Beth Armistead strategically gathers best practices by building internal and external relationships, ensuring high quality in talent management projects. Her skills include designing learning materials, facilitating training sessions, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. She focuses on creating inclusive and sustainable talent management initiatives, which reflect her commitment to fostering a supportive workplace environment.