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About Marissa Farrar Mhrm Sphr Shrm Scp
Marissa Farrar is the Chief People Officer at Turnitin and has held various leadership roles in human resources across multiple organizations. With a strong background in HR strategy and operations, she has successfully led teams and initiatives in diverse industries.
Work at Turnitin
Marissa Farrar serves as the Chief People Officer at Turnitin, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing the company's human resources strategies and initiatives. Her leadership focuses on enhancing employee engagement and fostering a positive workplace culture. Based in the Atlanta Metropolitan Area, she has contributed to Turnitin's mission of promoting academic integrity and supporting educational institutions.
Previous Experience in Human Resources
Before joining Turnitin, Marissa Farrar held various senior human resources roles across multiple organizations. She was the HR Director at Kimberly-Clark for a brief period in 2015 and later served as Vice President of Human Resources at Mölnlycke from 2015 to 2019. Additionally, she worked at AECOM as Senior Vice President of Human Resources in 2020 and held multiple positions at Raytheon, including HR Manager III and Org Effectiveness & Talent Management Leader. Her extensive experience spans over a decade in diverse HR functions.
Education and Expertise
Marissa Farrar earned her Master's degree in Human Resource Management from Rutgers University, where she studied from 2002 to 2004. She also holds a Bachelor's degree in Labor & Employment Relations and Communications from the same institution, completed in 2002. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her expertise in human resources, change management, and organizational effectiveness. She is a certified Six Sigma Green Belt, indicating her proficiency in process improvement.
Achievements in Human Resources
Throughout her career, Marissa Farrar has demonstrated a successful track record in leading change during business start-up and turnaround phases. She is recognized for her ability to build high-performing and diverse teams through effective leadership practices. Her skills include navigating strategy development and structured execution, which contribute to achieving top and bottom-line results for the organizations she has worked with.
Professional Certifications
Marissa Farrar holds several professional certifications that enhance her qualifications in the field of human resources. She is certified as a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) and a Society for Human Resource Management Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP). These certifications reflect her commitment to maintaining high standards in HR practices and her dedication to ongoing professional development.