Samantha Hennessy
About Samantha Hennessy
Samantha Hennessy is an Associate Talent Acquisition Partner with a strong background in both talent acquisition and customer support. She promotes workplace inclusion and has experience in the tech industry, having worked for various companies in the Greater Boston Area.
Current Role at Starry
Samantha Hennessy currently serves as an Associate Talent Acquisition Partner at Starry, Inc. since 2021. In this role, she focuses on recruiting talent within the tech industry, aligning her efforts with the latest technological advancements. Her responsibilities include identifying and attracting candidates who fit the company's culture and values.
Previous Experience in Talent Acquisition
Before her current position, Samantha worked at Starry, Inc. as a Talent Acquisition Coordinator from 2020 to 2021. This role laid the groundwork for her expertise in talent acquisition. Her background includes serving as a culture ambassador, promoting inclusion in the workplace, and utilizing her skills in de-escalation to enhance candidate experiences.
Background in Customer Support
Samantha has a diverse background in customer support, having worked at Enel X in various roles. She served as a Customer Support Associate from 2017 to 2019 and as a Customer Support Analyst from 2019 to 2020. Her experience in these positions has contributed to her versatile skill set, enabling her to effectively communicate and resolve issues.
Education and Qualifications
Samantha earned her Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Psychology with a minor in Communications from Keene State College, where she studied from 2007 to 2011. Additionally, she participated in a Study Abroad Program at the University of Hawaii at Hilo during her senior year in 2011. This educational background supports her roles in talent acquisition and customer support.
Professional Experience at EnerNOC and lululemon
Samantha's professional journey includes significant roles at EnerNOC (now Enel X Inc.), where she worked as a Project Manager and Utility Operations Associate from 2015 to 2017. Prior to that, she gained retail experience as a Senior Sales Associate at Anthropologie from 2011 to 2012 and as an Educator at lululemon athletica from 2013 to 2014.