Jenna Ancira
About Jenna Ancira
Jenna Ancira is an HR Business Partner Manager at NI in Austin, Texas, with over 12 years of experience in Human Resources.
Current Title and Role at NI
Jenna Ancira currently holds the position of HR Business Partner Manager at National Instruments (NI) in Austin, Texas. In her current role, she supports R&D leaders and their organizations, focusing on performance management, employee engagement, and analytics. Jenna's position involves collaborating closely with leadership to ensure HR strategies align with business objectives.
Previous Experience at NI
Before her current role, Jenna worked as a Senior HR Business Partner at National Instruments from 2019 to 2021. During this two-year tenure, she played an integral role in the HR department, where she further honed her expertise in employee relations and organizational development. Her contributions to various initiatives helped streamline HR processes and improve employee satisfaction.
HR Roles at Polycom
Jenna Ancira's professional journey includes significant time at Polycom. She served as an HR Business Partner from 2018 to 2019 for five months in the Austin, Texas area. Prior to that, she was an HR Generalist at Polycom from 2015 to 2018. These roles allowed Jenna to gain substantial hands-on experience in various HR functions, including employee relations, and policy implementation.
Early Career at LifeSize Communications
Jenna's HR career began at LifeSize Communications, where she held multiple roles over a span of six years. Starting as an Office Administrator from 2007 to 2010, she then transitioned to an HR Specialist from 2010 to 2012, and finally, an HR Representative from 2012 to 2015. Her diverse roles at LifeSize offered her a comprehensive understanding of HR operations and administrative support.
Education and Certifications
Jenna Ancira earned her degree in Corporate Communication from The University of Texas at Austin, where she studied from 2003 to 2007. She has also achieved significant professional milestones by obtaining her PHR certification in January 2011 and SHRM-CP certification in June 2015. These certifications underscore her commitment to professional growth and expertise in human resources.