Katie Wagoner
About Katie Wagoner
Katie Wagoner is the Director, Human Resources Business Partner at SEI in Oaks, PA, known for her innovative approach to HR and significant contributions to diversity, leadership development, and employee engagement.
Current Role at SEI
Katie Wagoner is currently serving as the Director, Human Resources Business Partner at SEI in Oaks, PA. In this role, she influences executive leadership by providing thought leadership on industry and legal trends, which shapes strategic HR decisions. She also plays a crucial role in the strategic planning and execution of workforce strategies that align with the company's business goals.
Professional Journey at SEI
Katie Wagoner has held multiple roles at SEI. She began as a Recruiter from 2016 to 2017. She then became a Human Resources Business Partner from 2017 to 2020, followed by a promotion to Senior Human Resources Business Partner from 2020 to 2022. In these roles, she has led significant initiatives including a major change management project during a merger and acquisition, ensuring a seamless workforce integration.
Earlier Career Experience
Before joining SEI, Katie held various HR roles. She worked as a Human Resources Manager at Broadmead in Baltimore, MD, from 2000 to 2001. Prior to that, she was with The St. Paul Companies, previously USF&G Corporation, from 1997 to 2000 in Baltimore. Additionally, she served at KForce Inc. in Louisville, KY, from 1995 to 1996, and as a Recruiter at PC Staffing, Inc. from 1994 to 1995. She also has experience in guest relations and interpretation, having worked at The Walt Disney Company from 1992 to 1994.
Educational Background
Katie Wagoner holds a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in French Language and Culture from Penn State University, where she studied from 1987 to 1991. She furthered her education by studying Coursework in French Language and Culture at Le College International de Cannes, France, as part of a study abroad program in 1989.
Notable Contributions at SEI
Katie has made significant contributions at SEI. She implemented a comprehensive diversity and inclusion program that led to a 20% increase in diverse hires within the first year. She also developed a global leadership development program to enhance leadership capabilities across multiple business units. Additionally, she designed and executed a successful employee engagement survey, resulting in insights that boosted employee satisfaction by 15%.