Kelly Pavoni
About Kelly Pavoni
Kelly Pavoni serves as the US People Partner at Linnworks, where she has worked since 2023. With extensive experience in talent acquisition and a focus on diversity and inclusion, she has successfully scaled companies and enhanced their employee value propositions.
Work at Linnworks
Kelly Pavoni currently serves as the US People Partner at Linnworks, a position she has held since 2023. Based in New Orleans, Louisiana, she has been instrumental in shaping the company's people strategy. Prior to this role, she was the Manager of Talent Acquisition at Linnworks from 2021 to 2023. In her current role, she focuses on enhancing the Employee Value Proposition (EVP) and fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.
Previous Experience in Talent Acquisition
Before joining Linnworks, Kelly Pavoni accumulated extensive experience in talent acquisition across various organizations. She worked at Informa as a Team Lead and Senior Talent Acquisition Partner from 2017 to 2018, and previously held roles at Informa as a Contract Recruiter and US TA Team Manager. Her tenure at eXp Realty as a Talent Acquisition Business Partner in 2021 and at BoomTown as a Talent Recruiter from 2013 to 2017 further solidified her expertise in scaling talent acquisition strategies.
Education and Expertise
Kelly Pavoni studied English Literature at Emory University for one year and later earned a Bachelor of Arts in British Literature from UCLA, where she studied for two years. Her educational background complements her professional experience, particularly in her data-driven approach to building high-performing talent teams and enhancing the candidate journey.
Background in Administrative Roles
In addition to her talent acquisition roles, Kelly Pavoni has a background in administrative positions. She worked as an Executive Assistant at Conde Nast from 2002 to 2004 and as an Administration Manager at JWT from 2006 to 2011. These roles contributed to her operational mindset and ability to support organizational functions effectively.
Personal Interests
Outside of her professional endeavors, Kelly Pavoni is known for her passion for crossword puzzles, which she describes as a reflection of her identity as a 'nerdy cruciverbalist.' This interest highlights her analytical skills and attention to detail, traits that are beneficial in her professional roles.