Brianna Wright, Phr
About Brianna Wright, Phr
Brianna Wright is an Associate HR Business Partner at The New York Times, where she has worked since 2022. She has a diverse background in human resources, having held various roles at companies such as Morgan Stanley, Canon Solutions America, and Regus, and holds a Master of Science in Human Resource Management from Stony Brook University.
Current Role at The New York Times
Brianna Wright serves as an Associate HR Business Partner at The New York Times, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she supports the Growth Mission and Data and Insights teams, contributing to the overall effectiveness of the human resources department. Her responsibilities include policy interpretation and evaluation, which are essential for aligning HR strategies with organizational goals.
Previous Experience in Human Resources
Prior to her current role, Brianna Wright worked at The New York Times as a Specialist, HR Business Partner from 2020 to 2022. She also held positions at Canon Solutions America, where she worked as an HR Coordinator focusing on Talent Management and Diversity & Inclusion from 2019 to 2020. Additionally, she gained experience as an HR Solutions Coordinator at Morgan Stanley for seven months in 2018, and as a Human Resources Intern at both New York City Transit and Medical Knowledge Group.
Educational Background in Human Resources
Brianna Wright obtained a Master of Science in Human Resource Management from Stony Brook University, completing her studies from 2021 to 2023. Prior to this, she earned two Bachelor’s degrees from Molloy College: a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and a Bachelor of Arts in Business/Corporate Communications, both achieved between 2014 and 2018. Her educational background provides a solid foundation for her expertise in human resources.
Skills and Expertise in Human Resources
Brianna Wright possesses strong skills in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Publisher. She demonstrates proficiency in HRIS, which is critical for managing human resources information systems. Additionally, she has a strong background in process improvement, which contributes to more efficient HR operations. Her expertise in policy interpretation and evaluation is crucial for her role in human resources.
Early Career Experience
Before focusing on human resources, Brianna Wright worked as a Community Associate at Regus from 2016 to 2018 and as a Personal Trainer at Blink Fitness for one year during the same period. These roles provided her with valuable experience in customer service and team dynamics, which have informed her approach in her HR career.