Jennifer Watson
About Jennifer Watson
Jennifer Watson serves as the Vice President of Human Resources at LASSO, where she has implemented significant improvements in HR processes and leadership development since 2022. With a background in employee relations and recruitment at Dollar General, she has a proven track record of enhancing organizational efficiency and employee satisfaction.
Work at LASSO
Jennifer Watson has served as Vice President of Human Resources at LASSO since 2022. In this role, she has created and launched the company's first internal leadership program, achieving a 50% promotion rate for participants within a year. Watson has utilized analytics to enhance HR process efficiency, resulting in annual savings of $500,000. She implemented a strategic exit interview process that boosted retention rates by 15%. Additionally, she transformed the HR landscape at LASSO, leading to a 25% improvement in leadership efficiency and a 30% reduction in risk-related costs.
Previous Experience at Dollar General
Prior to her role at LASSO, Jennifer Watson held various positions at Dollar General from 2013 to 2022. She served as Director of Employee Relations from 2018 to 2021 and as Director of Human Resources from 2017 to 2018. Watson also worked as a Human Resource Field Recruiter and Regional Human Resources Manager. During her tenure, she revolutionized recruitment processes, doubling staff size in two years and saving $2 million in costs. She ensured compliance with employment laws and improved employee satisfaction regarding workplace fairness.
Education and Expertise
Jennifer Watson earned her Master of Education in Administration and Supervision from Lipscomb University, studying from 2009 to 2011. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts in Marketing from Virginia Tech, where she studied from 2005 to 2009. In 2022, she began studying Business Analytics at Learning @ Morning Brew, achieving a Business Analytics Accelerator. Her educational background supports her expertise in human resources and analytics.
Guest Speaking and Thought Leadership
Jennifer Watson has participated as a guest speaker on various topics, including new leadership, workplace compliance, and handling difficult conversations. She also contributed to a podcast episode discussing employee classification implications in the event staffing industry. These engagements reflect her commitment to sharing knowledge and best practices in human resources.
Research and Early Career
Before her roles in human resources, Jennifer Watson worked as an Undergraduate Researcher at Virginia Tech from 2007 to 2009. She also held a position as School Operations Manager for Teach for America in 2009. Additionally, she briefly worked as a Sales Account Executive at Total Quality Logistics in 2007. These early experiences contributed to her foundational skills in management and operations.