Bridgette Newsome (She/Her)
About Bridgette Newsome (She/Her)
Bridgette Newsome serves as the Director of Human Resources at DKW Communications, Inc., where she oversees compliance initiatives and manages HR operations for over 200 employees. With a background in human resources and a focus on integrating cultural values, she has been instrumental in supporting a diverse workforce since 2019.
Work at DKW Communications
Bridgette Newsome serves as the Director of Human Resources at DKW Communications, Inc., a position she has held since 2019. In this role, she is responsible for implementing and executing compliance initiatives, including EEO, VETS-4212, and OFCCP. As the sole Human Resources contact for over 200 employees across multiple U.S. cities, she plays a critical role in managing HR functions. Additionally, she oversees the recruiting department to ensure the organization attracts top candidates. Newsome collaborates closely with the CEO and CFO to address strategic and administrative HR needs.
Education and Expertise
Bridgette Newsome holds a B.S. in Business Management from North Carolina State University, where she studied from 2005 to 2009. She furthered her education by obtaining a Human Resource Management Certificate from New York University's School of Continuing and Professional Studies between 2014 and 2015. This educational background provides her with a solid foundation in human resources and business management, enhancing her expertise in the field.
Background in Human Resources
Before her current role, Bridgette Newsome worked at DKW Communications, Inc. as a Human Resources Manager from 2013 to 2018. She also gained experience as a Human Resources Generalist at Interactive Technologies Group, Inc. from 2009 to 2013. Additionally, she completed an internship at the United States Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) in 2008. This diverse background in human resources has equipped her with the skills necessary to manage HR functions effectively.
Key Responsibilities and Initiatives
In her role at DKW Communications, Bridgette Newsome plays a key part in integrating cultural values to support a diverse workforce. She is responsible for ensuring compliance with various federal regulations and initiatives. Her work involves managing the recruitment process to attract qualified candidates and fostering an inclusive environment that aligns with the company's objectives.