Tasha Ridder
About Tasha Ridder
Tasha Ridder serves as the Director of Talent at Pine Gate Renewables, where she develops talent management strategies and oversees a team responsible for hiring over 100 people annually. With extensive experience in talent acquisition and human resources, she has held various roles in organizations such as RevGen Partners and F+W Media, Inc.
Work at Pine Gate Renewables
Tasha Ridder currently serves as the Director of Talent at Pine Gate Renewables, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for developing policies and procedures that enhance talent management strategies. She oversees a talent team that hires over 100 individuals annually, ensuring that the organization meets its staffing needs effectively. Additionally, she is tasked with creating a roadmap for future capabilities, which includes initiatives focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) recruiting.
Previous Experience in Talent Management
Prior to her current role, Tasha Ridder worked at Blue Ridge Power as the Director of Talent from 2021 to 2022. She also held the position of Talent Acquisition Manager/HR Specialist at RevGen Partners from 2014 to 2020. Earlier in her career, she was a Corporate Recruiter/HR Generalist at F+W Media, Inc. from 2013 to 2014. Throughout these roles, she implemented systems such as Greenhouse ATS and onboarding platforms to streamline hiring processes.
Educational Background
Tasha Ridder earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, studying from 2000 to 2004. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Arts in Education with a focus on Educational Leadership from Argosy University, where she studied from 2009 to 2011. This educational foundation supports her expertise in talent management and organizational development.
Career Development Roles
Tasha Ridder has held various roles focused on career development and recruitment. She worked as a Career Advisor at The Art Institute of Colorado from 2009 to 2012, where she guided students in their career paths. Additionally, she served as the Assistant Director of Admissions at Argosy University from 2007 to 2009. Her experience in these positions has contributed to her comprehensive understanding of talent acquisition and management.
Real Estate Experience
In addition to her talent management career, Tasha Ridder is a licensed realtor at Colorado Home Finder Realty, a position she has held since 2020. This role allows her to apply her skills in client relations and negotiation within the real estate sector, further diversifying her professional experience.