Sarah Kennedy Munsell
About Sarah Kennedy Munsell
Sarah Kennedy Munsell serves as the People and Culture Manager at Kodiak Cakes, where she focuses on developing winning cultures and teams in fast-growing companies. With a background in vocal performance and extensive experience in people operations, she has held various roles in recruitment and management across several organizations.
Current Role at Kodiak Cakes
Sarah Kennedy Munsell serves as the People and Culture Manager at Kodiak Cakes, a role she has held since 2019. In this position, she focuses on developing and implementing people operations strategies that support the company's growth. Her responsibilities include fostering a positive workplace culture and enhancing team dynamics within the organization. Munsell's expertise in people operations is instrumental in helping Kodiak Cakes maintain its competitive edge in the food industry.
Previous Experience in People Operations
Prior to her role at Kodiak Cakes, Munsell held several positions in people operations and recruitment. She worked as the Head of People and Recruiting at Ancient Nutrition from 2016 to 2018, where she was responsible for recruiting talent and shaping the company's culture. Additionally, she served as a Senior Recruiter at Dr. Axe - Food Is Medicine for a brief period in 2016. Her background in these roles has equipped her with the skills necessary to build effective teams and cultures in fast-growing companies.
Educational Background in Vocal Performance
Munsell has a solid educational foundation in vocal performance. She earned a Bachelor of Music (BM) degree from Belmont University, where she focused on developing her vocal skills. She furthered her studies at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, obtaining a Master of Music (MM) in Vocal Performance. This academic background complements her artistic endeavors and informs her approach to people operations.
Experience in the Arts
In addition to her work in people operations, Munsell has an extensive background in the performing arts. She has performed as a Solo Artist with the Nashville Opera in 2018 and as a Mezzo-soprano Soloist with The Jackson Symphony in 2015. Her experience as an Apprentice Artist with Sarasota Opera in 2009 further highlights her commitment to the arts. This artistic background contributes to her unique perspective in managing people and culture.
Consulting and Leadership Roles
Before her focus on people operations, Munsell worked as a Consultant at Ryan Search & Consulting from 2012 to 2016. In this role, she provided strategic guidance to organizations looking to enhance their recruitment and operational practices. She also served as the Marketing Director for Financial Peace University at Ramsey Solutions from 2003 to 2004, where she gained experience in organizational leadership and marketing strategies.