Yvonne Townsend, MBA
About Yvonne Townsend, MBA
Yvonne Townsend, MBA, serves as the Sr. People & Culture Partner for Sinch in the US and Canada, a position she has held since 2021. With extensive experience in human resources across various organizations, she has developed a strong background in employee relations and HR management.
Work at Sinch
Yvonne Townsend has been serving as the Senior People & Culture Partner for the US and Canada at Sinch since 2021. In this role, she focuses on enhancing employee engagement and fostering a positive workplace culture. Her responsibilities include developing HR strategies that align with the company's goals and supporting organizational development initiatives across the North American region.
Previous Experience in Human Resources
Prior to her current role at Sinch, Yvonne Townsend held various positions in human resources. She worked as an HR Generalist at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta from 2006 to 2007. She then served as the Human Resources Manager at Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University from 2020 to 2021. Additionally, she was an Employee Relations Consultant at Change Healthcare from 2017 to 2020 and an HR Business Partner at Northrop Grumman Corporation from 2007 to 2013.
Educational Background
Yvonne Townsend earned her Master of Business Administration from the University of Phoenix, completing her studies from 2005 to 2006. She also holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Political Science from Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University. This educational background has equipped her with the skills necessary for her roles in human resources and organizational development.
Career Progression in HR
Yvonne Townsend's career in human resources spans over a decade, with significant roles in various organizations. She began her HR career as an HR Generalist and progressed to positions such as Senior HR Business Partner at ICF International from 2013 to 2016 and HR Business Partner at Change Healthcare from 2016 to 2017. Her experience encompasses employee relations, HR strategy, and organizational development.