Melanie Manning
About Melanie Manning
Chief People Officer Role
Melanie Manning currently holds the position of Chief People Officer. Her leadership in this role involves overseeing human resources operations, focusing on enhancing organizational culture, employee engagement, and workforce development. Her strategic vision aims to align HR functions with broader business goals, ensuring effective talent management and retention.
Leadership Experience at Enspira HR Consulting
Melanie Manning previously served as Vice President, Human Capital at Enspira HR Consulting. In this leadership capacity, she was responsible for guiding HR strategies and initiatives. Her role involved advising clients on HR best practices, implementing innovative human capital solutions, and enhancing workforce productivity.
Chief Human Resources Officer at Upstream USA
Melanie held the position of Chief Human Resources Officer at the non-profit organization Upstream USA. There, she managed HR functions including talent acquisition, employee relations, compliance, and organizational development. Her focus was on supporting the non-profit’s mission through effective human resource management and employee support.
Head of Human Resources at Novartis Institutes for BioMedical Research
At Novartis Institutes for BioMedical Research, Melanie Manning was the Head of Human Resources for the Infectious Diseases division. Her responsibilities included overseeing HR operations, developing strategic HR plans, and ensuring alignment between HR practices and the division’s scientific objectives. Her role was integral to supporting the research goals of the infectious diseases team.
Associate Director, Human Resources at Biogen
Melanie Manning served as Associate Director, Human Resources at Biogen. In this role, she focused on HR strategy implementation, workforce planning, and employee development. Her work contributed to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of Biogen’s human resources operations, ensuring that HR practices supported the company’s business objectives.
Human Resources Roles at Fidelity Investments
Melanie held various human resources positions at Fidelity Investments, including roles as an HR business partner and in the Center of Excellence program office. Her work involved supporting different business units, contributing to HR policy development, and participating in initiatives to enhance employee engagement and organizational performance.
Education and Academic Background
Melanie Manning has a Masters degree in Human Relations and a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Oklahoma. She also completed Intensive Studies in French Literature and Civilization at Université de Clermont-Ferrand in France, reflecting a diverse academic background that complements her professional expertise in human resources.