Jena Garrett
About Jena Garrett
Jena Garrett serves as the Director of Employee Success at Stampli, where she has worked since 2021. With a background in communication and human resources, she has significantly improved employee engagement and transformed compensation and benefits packages in her previous roles.
Work at Stampli
Jena Garrett serves as the Director of Employee Success at Stampli, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she focuses on enhancing employee engagement and satisfaction through various initiatives. She successfully led the migration from a Professional Employer Organization (PEO) platform to in-house management of benefits, 401(k), health insurance, and payroll within a seven-week timeframe. Her leadership in transforming corporate compensation and benefits packages has empowered employees during significant company transitions.
Previous Experience at WatershedLRS
Before joining Stampli, Jena Garrett worked at WatershedLRS as the Director of Office Operations from 2015 to 2019. In this role, she managed office operations and contributed to the overall efficiency of the organization. Her experience at WatershedLRS provided her with valuable insights into operational management and employee engagement strategies.
Background in Recruiting and People Operations
Jena Garrett has a strong background in recruiting and people operations. She served as the Director of Recruiting at Rustici Software from 2013 to 2015 and later as a Recruiting Consultant for a brief period in 2018. She also held the position of Director of People Operations at Quore from 2019 to 2021. Her experience in these roles has equipped her with skills in talent acquisition and employee development.
Education and Expertise
Jena Garrett earned her Bachelor’s degree in Communication and Informational Science with a focus on Advertising from The University of Alabama, where she studied from 2007 to 2010. Her educational background has provided her with a solid foundation in communication strategies and organizational behavior, which she applies in her current and previous roles.
Achievements in Employee Engagement
Jena Garrett has implemented employee feedback cycles that resulted in a 75% increase in staff engagement, retention, and satisfaction. She is also known for creating the 'Jenafits' program, which has gained recognition in Nashville and continues to be utilized. Her initiatives reflect her commitment to fostering a positive workplace culture.