Karie K. Barry
About Karie K. Barry
Karie K. Barry is a People Operations Manager at Nortech Systems, Inc. in Bemidji, Minnesota, where she has worked since 2023. With a background in human resources and operations, she specializes in talent acquisition, policy development, and organizational change management.
Work at Nortech Systems
Karie K. Barry has been serving as the People Operations Manager at Nortech Systems, Inc. since 2023. In this role, she collaborates with the executive management team to develop strategies aimed at attracting, recruiting, and retaining top talent. Her responsibilities include overseeing various human resources functions and ensuring that the organization maintains a positive work environment that promotes talent development. Prior to her current position, she worked as a People Operations Business Partner at the same company from 2021 to 2023.
Previous Experience at Anderson Fabrics
Before joining Nortech Systems, Karie K. Barry held multiple roles at Anderson Fabrics, Inc. She served as the Director of Human Resources from 2018 to 2021, where she focused on human resources management. Additionally, she briefly worked as the Director of Operations for three months in 2021. Her experience at Anderson Fabrics contributed to her expertise in policy development and risk management within the human resources field.
Education and Expertise
Karie K. Barry holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Human Resources Management from Upper Iowa University. She also earned an Associate of Arts (AA) degree in Business Administration and Management from Iowa Lakes Community College. Her educational background supports her specialization in conflict resolution, organizational development, and managing organizational change, which enhances employee engagement and development.
Background in Human Resources Management
Karie K. Barry has a diverse background in human resources management, having worked in various capacities since 2008. She served as the Human Resources Manager at Waldorf University for ten months in 2008-2009. Throughout her career, she has focused on creating work environments that foster talent development and has been involved in succession planning initiatives.