Richard Watson, Mpa
About Richard Watson, Mpa
Richard Watson, MPA, serves as a People Ops Partner at Merit America, where he applies his expertise in data analysis and collaboration. He has a diverse professional background in human resources, having held positions at various organizations including Vercel, Macquarie Group, and 360i.
Work at Merit America
Richard Watson serves as a People Ops Partner at Merit America, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he focuses on enhancing people operations within the organization. His responsibilities include collaborating with various teams to improve employee engagement and streamline HR processes. Watson's experience in fast-paced environments aids him in effectively managing the diverse needs of the workforce.
Education and Expertise
Richard Watson holds a Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.) with a concentration in Human Resource Management from Albany State University, where he studied from 2012 to 2014. He also earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Business Management from the Georgia Institute of Technology, completing his studies from 2008 to 2012. His educational background supports his expertise in data analysis and relationship management within people operations.
Background
Richard Watson has a diverse professional background that includes various roles in human resources and people operations. He began his career as an HR Intern at the City of Albany in 2014. He has since worked in multiple organizations, including 360i, Vercel, and Macquarie Group, where he developed skills in employee development, payroll, and HR management. His experience spans several years and includes positions that emphasize collaboration and operational efficiency.
Professional Experience
Richard Watson's professional experience includes significant roles at various organizations. He worked at 360i as an HR Associate from 2015 to 2017 and later as HR - Payroll from 2014 to 2015. At Vercel, he served as a Manager of Employee Development from 2022 to 2023 and as a People Programs Generalist from 2021 to 2022. Additionally, he was a Senior Associate at Macquarie Group from 2017 to 2021. His roles have consistently involved a focus on people operations and employee engagement.