Elise Baron
About Elise Baron
Elise Baron is the Vice President and Head of Human Resources for the Newsroom at The New York Times. With a background in creative writing and extensive experience in human resources, she consults on various HR areas and has held multiple roles within the organization since 2016.
Current Role at The New York Times
Elise Baron serves as the Vice President and Head of Human Resources for the Newsroom at The New York Times. She has held this position since 2022, contributing to the organization's human resources strategies and initiatives. Prior to this role, she was the Executive Director and Head of HR Business Partners at The New York Times from 2020, where she focused on enhancing HR capabilities within the newsroom.
Previous Experience at The New York Times
Elise Baron has extensive experience at The New York Times, having worked in various human resources roles. She was the HR Business Partner from 2016 to 2018, where she supported HR functions across the organization. Before that, she served as Head of HR Business Partners from 2018 to 2020, overseeing HR strategies and operations.
Work History at Warby Parker
Before her tenure at The New York Times, Elise Baron worked at Warby Parker in multiple capacities. She began as a Customer Experience Associate from 2011 to 2012, followed by a role as Project Manager for Customer Experience from 2012 to 2013. She later transitioned to a Technology Recruiter position from 2013 to 2014, where she focused on recruiting talent for the organization.
Educational Background
Elise Baron studied at Ithaca College, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Creative Writing. This educational background has contributed to her communication skills and ability to engage effectively in human resources.
Consulting and Coaching Expertise
In addition to her roles in human resources, Elise Baron consults on various HR areas, including talent management, organizational design, and employee relations. She also serves as an executive and organizational coach, providing guidance to individuals and organizations to enhance their performance and capabilities.