Devin Mc Elhenny
About Devin Mc Elhenny
Devin McElhenny serves as a Senior HR Business Partner at Unit, where he focuses on enhancing employee experiences through empathetic leadership. With a diverse background in human resources and a strong educational foundation in psychology and communication, he has held various roles in notable organizations including Bowery Farming and Walmart.
Work at Unit
Devin Mc Elhenny has been serving as a Senior HR Business Partner at Unit since 2023. In this role, he operates within the New York City Metropolitan Area in a hybrid work environment. His focus is on enhancing employee experiences through empathetic leadership, which aligns with his professional passion.
Previous Experience in HR
Before joining Unit, Devin worked at Bowery Farming as a Senior HR Business Partner from 2019 to 2021. He also held the position of Head of Learning & Development and DEI at Bowery Farming from 2021 to 2023. His earlier experience includes a role as a Talent & Operations Consultant at Walmart while pursuing his graduate studies.
Educational Background
Devin Mc Elhenny is pursuing a Master's degree in Applied Psychology at NYU Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development, which he began in 2019. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communication and Marketing from Fairfield University. Additionally, he studied at the University Autonoma de Barcelona.
Skills and Expertise
Devin possesses a diverse HR skill set that includes expertise in human-centered design and wellness. He is experienced in facilitating organizational design and reorganization, and he has a strong background in crisis management and reductions in force. His StrengthFinder profile indicates strengths in Activator, Individualization, Positivity, WOO (winning others over), Arranger, and Achiever.
Career History
Devin's career includes various roles at J.Crew, where he served as an Associate Merchant, Assistant Merchant, and Merchant from 2012 to 2015. He also worked as an Assistant to the Dean at NYU Stern School of Business from 2016 to 2018 while completing his graduate studies.