Jessica Gaspard
About Jessica Gaspard
Jessica Gaspard serves as the Global Head of People Operations at Condé Nast, where she has worked since 2022. With extensive experience in human resources, she emphasizes employee experience and innovative problem-solving in her leadership approach.
Work at Condé Nast
Jessica Gaspard has served as the Global Head of People Operations at Condé Nast since 2022. In this role, she focuses on enhancing the employee experience and driving HR initiatives that align with the company's strategic goals. Her leadership emphasizes creativity and innovative thinking, encouraging a culture that challenges conventional practices. Gaspard's tenure at Condé Nast marks a significant step in her career, where she applies her extensive HR expertise to foster a dynamic workplace environment.
Previous Experience in Human Resources
Before joining Condé Nast, Jessica Gaspard held various HR roles across prominent organizations. She worked at Citadel as an HR Business Manager from 2021 to 2022. Prior to that, she served as a Human Resources Consultant at Apollo Global Management Inc. for a brief period in 2010. Gaspard spent a decade at Goldman Sachs, where she held the position of Vice President - HR Advisor and Chief of Staff for Investment Management HR from 2000 to 2010. Additionally, she worked at Citi as Director of HR Transformation from 2010 to 2020.
Education and Expertise
Jessica Gaspard earned her Bachelor of Arts degree from Boston University. Her educational background provides a foundation for her extensive career in human resources. Gaspard's expertise includes HR transformation, employee experience enhancement, and strategic HR management. She is known for her ability to balance client interests with organizational needs, particularly during periods of change.
Leadership Approach and Philosophy
Jessica Gaspard embraces change and ambiguity as essential components of her leadership style. She advocates for a mindset of 'failing fast' to encourage innovation and adaptability within her teams. Gaspard challenges traditional thinking by asking 'why not?' rather than 'why?', fostering an environment that promotes creative problem-solving. Her approach emphasizes building strong relationships and high-performing teams to achieve organizational goals.
Achievements in HR Transformation
Throughout her career, Jessica Gaspard has led enterprise-wide HR transformation programs aimed at improving the employee experience. Her initiatives focus on enhancing HR processes and fostering a culture of engagement and collaboration. Gaspard's ability to apply creativity in solving complex problems has contributed to successful outcomes in her previous roles, particularly during times of organizational change.