Heidi G.
About Heidi G.
Heidi G. is the Director of HRBP for the Newsroom at The New York Times, a position she has held since 2021. She has extensive experience in human resources, having previously worked in various roles at organizations such as Gizmodo Media Group, Slate Magazine, and URBN.
Current Role at The New York Times
Heidi G. serves as the Director of HRBP in the Newsroom at The New York Times, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing human resources strategies and initiatives that support the newsroom's operations. Her focus includes enhancing employee engagement and fostering a productive work environment within one of the leading news organizations in the world.
Previous Experience in Human Resources
Heidi G. has extensive experience in human resources across various organizations. She worked at Gizmodo Media Group as the Head of People Operations from 2015 to 2016 and previously held the position of Director of Compensation & Benefits there from 2014 to 2015. Additionally, she served as the Director of Human Resources at Slate Magazine from 2016 to 2017 and later as VP of People Operations from 2017 to 2021. Her roles involved managing HR functions and developing employee programs.
Background in Benefits Administration
Heidi G. began her career in benefits administration at URBN, where she worked as a Benefits Administrator from 2009 to 2012. She later advanced to the role of Health & Welfare Manager at the same company from 2012 to 2014. In these positions, she was responsible for managing employee benefits programs and ensuring compliance with regulations.
Educational Background
Heidi G. studied Psychology and English at the University of Richmond, where she earned her Bachelor of Arts degree from 1999 to 2003. She also participated in a study abroad program at The University of Queensland in 2002, focusing on Psychology for 11 months. Her educational background has provided her with a strong foundation in understanding human behavior and organizational dynamics.
Founding Member at TroopHR
In addition to her roles in established organizations, Heidi G. was a Founding Member at TroopHR from 2021 to 2022. This position allowed her to contribute to the development of innovative HR solutions and practices within a startup environment, further expanding her expertise in human resources.