Carissa Schmitz, Sphr
About Carissa Schmitz, Sphr
Carissa Schmitz serves as the Vice President of People Strategy & Consulting at Thomson Reuters, where she has worked in various HR roles since 2007. She advocates for empathetic leadership and focuses on enhancing company culture and employee experience.
Current Role at Thomson Reuters
Carissa Schmitz serves as the Vice President of People Strategy & Consulting at Thomson Reuters, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she focuses on developing and implementing strategies that enhance employee engagement and organizational culture. Schmitz emphasizes the importance of coaching employees and leaders to foster a strong company culture and improve the overall employee experience. Her leadership style advocates for empathetic leadership while maintaining high standards in the workplace.
Previous Positions at Thomson Reuters
Carissa Schmitz has held multiple roles at Thomson Reuters, contributing to various aspects of human resources strategy and planning. She served as Director of HR Strategy & Planning for the Legal Business Unit from 2014 to 2018, and as Senior Director of HR Strategy & Planning from 2021 to 2022. Additionally, she was Director of HR Consulting from 2018 to 2020 and HR Manager from 2011 to 2014. Schmitz began her career at Thomson Reuters as an HR Generalist and later as a Recruiter from 2006 to 2007.
Education and Expertise
Carissa Schmitz earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Marketing/Communications from the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, where she studied from 1998 to 2002. Her educational background supports her expertise in human resources and people strategy. Schmitz has developed a reputation for linking strategic objectives to daily operations, often referred to as a 'connector of all things' within her organization.
Background in Human Resources
Before joining Thomson Reuters, Carissa Schmitz worked at Volt Services Group as a Senior Recruiter/Operations Manager from 2003 to 2006. Her extensive experience in human resources spans over 15 years, with a focus on various HR functions including recruitment, employee coaching, and strategic planning. Schmitz's career reflects her commitment to integrity in leadership and the importance of fostering a positive work environment.