Kara Brodsky, Shrm Cp
About Kara Brodsky, Shrm Cp
Kara Brodsky is a Senior HR Generalist currently employed at HPR in Needham, Massachusetts. She has extensive experience in human resources, having previously worked in various roles including Lead HR Generalist at Hayes and Owner/HR Manager at City Landing.
Current Position at HPR
Kara Brodsky serves as a Senior HR Generalist at Hyannis Port Research (HPR) since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing various human resources functions, contributing to the overall HR strategy, and supporting employee relations. Her position is based in Needham, Massachusetts, where she applies her extensive HR experience to enhance organizational effectiveness.
Previous Experience at Hayes
Before joining HPR, Kara Brodsky worked at Hayes as the Lead HR Generalist from 2014 to 2021. During her seven years in Wellesley, Massachusetts, she managed HR operations, developed policies, and facilitated recruitment processes. Her leadership in this role contributed to the company's HR initiatives and employee engagement strategies.
Background in Human Resources
Kara Brodsky has a diverse background in human resources, having held various positions across different organizations. She worked as a Staffing Specialist at Personnel One from 1997 to 2000 in Dallas, Texas. Additionally, she was the Owner and HR Manager at City Landing from 2011 to 2014 in Boston, Massachusetts, where she combined her entrepreneurial skills with HR management.
Education and Qualifications
Kara Brodsky earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Social Work from Marist College, where she studied from 1993 to 1997. This educational background provided her with foundational knowledge in social dynamics and human behavior, which she applies in her HR roles. She also holds the SHRM-CP certification, signifying her expertise in human resources management.
Additional Work Experience
Kara Brodsky has held various roles that complement her HR expertise. She worked as a Regulatory Specialist at the Clinical Research Center of Cape Cod from 2008 to 2011 in West Yarmouth, Massachusetts. Earlier in her career, she served as a Catering Sales Manager and Conference Planner at Ocean Edge Resort & Golf Club from 2001 to 2007 in Brewster, Massachusetts, where she developed skills in client relations and event management.