Sandy Hunter, Sphr
About Sandy Hunter, Sphr
Sandy Hunter, SPHR, serves as the Director of Learning & Development at SmithRx, bringing extensive experience from leadership roles at companies like Symantec, Netflix, and Twitch. With a strong background in talent management and consulting, Hunter has successfully led teams that support the development needs of over 20,000 employees.
Current Role at SmithRx
Sandy Hunter currently serves as the Director of Learning & Development at SmithRx, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing the development and implementation of learning programs that align with the company's strategic goals. Her focus is on enhancing employee skills and competencies to support organizational growth.
Previous Experience at Symantec
Sandy Hunter has extensive experience at Symantec, where she held multiple leadership roles in Learning & Development. She served as the Director of Leadership & Employee Development from 2008 to 2010, followed by positions as Sr. Director from 2010 to 2013, and VP of Leadership & Employee Development & HR Communications from 2013 to 2014. During her tenure, she led global teams that addressed the development needs of over 20,000 employees.
Experience at Netflix and Twitch
Sandy Hunter worked at Netflix as the Director of Global Customer Service Learning & Development from 2015 to 2017. She then transitioned to Twitch, where she served as the Director of Global Talent Programs for one year in 2018-2019. In both roles, she focused on developing training programs that enhanced customer service and talent management.
Education and Academic Background
Sandy Hunter holds a Master of Arts in Education with a focus on Instructional Technology from San Jose State University. She also earned a Bachelor of Arts in Information and Communication Studies, with a cluster minor in business and organizational psychology from California State University, Chico. Her educational background supports her expertise in learning and development.
Consulting and Business Acumen
Sandy Hunter possesses a strong background in consulting, which has equipped her with the skills to learn new industries, build relationships, and tailor solutions to meet business needs. She has experience in both startups and mature organizations, contributing to their growth through organic and merger and acquisition strategies. Her unique combination of business acumen and talent management expertise is crucial for creating impactful programs.