Jena Brown
About Jena Brown
Jena Brown is the Senior Manager, Human Resources Business Partner at Kohl's, with extensive experience in various HR roles since 2005. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Retail Management from Northern Illinois University.
Company
Jena Brown currently works at Kohl's, a well-known retail chain in the United States. Her career at Kohl's has spanned various locations and roles, including positions in the Greater Chicago Area and Midwest. From her start as a Store Management Intern to her current role, Jena has amassed extensive experience in different facets of Human Resources within the company.
Title
Jena Brown holds the title of Senior Manager, Human Resources Business Partner at Kohl's. As a Senior Manager, she plays a crucial role in supporting and shaping the company's talent strategies and guiding leadership through organizational changes. She has held this position since 2021 and continues to significantly impact the company's Human Resources initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Jena Brown studied Retail Management at Northern Illinois University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree. This academic background laid the foundation for her extensive career in retail and Human Resources. Her expertise spans multiple domains within HR, including associate relations, talent planning, and diversity and inclusion initiatives.
Background
Jena Brown began her career with Kohl's in 2005 as a Store Management Intern. Over the years, she progressed through various roles such as Assistant Store Manager HR/Operations and Merchandising, Territory Manager of University Relations/Early Talent, and several managerial positions in Human Resources. She has worked in both the Midwest and Greater Chicago Area, demonstrating adaptability and leadership in different environments.
Achievements
Throughout her tenure at Kohl's, Jena Brown has led initiatives focused on Diversity and Inclusion, helping to foster a more inclusive work environment. She serves as a change agent for business transformations and enables the development and execution of robust talent strategies. Additionally, she coaches and counsels leadership to support these strategies, promoting a culture of engagement and strong development and retention practices. Her work also includes leading Talent Workforce Planning solutions to anticipate and meet future talent needs.