Amber (Ricks) Stevenson
About Amber (Ricks) Stevenson
Amber (Ricks) Stevenson is a recruiter with extensive experience in talent acquisition, currently working at URBN in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She has held various roles in project management and marketing across multiple organizations, demonstrating a commitment to helping individuals achieve their career goals.
Current Role at URBN
Amber Ricks Stevenson currently serves as a Recruiter at URBN, which encompasses brands such as Urban Outfitters, Anthropologie Group, Free People, and Nuuly. She has held this position since 2021, focusing on talent acquisition within the company. Her role involves connecting with potential candidates and facilitating their journey through the hiring process. She specializes in recruiting for Nuuly and URBN Technology, leveraging her experience to identify and attract top talent to the organization.
Previous Experience at URBN
Prior to her current role, Amber worked at URBN as a Program Manager from 2017 to 2021. In this capacity, she contributed to various projects and initiatives that supported the company's operational goals. Her four-year tenure at URBN allowed her to gain valuable insights into the company's culture and processes, which she now applies in her recruiting efforts.
Professional Background
Amber has a diverse professional background with experience in project management and marketing. She began her career as a Catering Coordinator and Assistant to the Director of Catering at STARR RESTAURANTS, where she worked for two years. She then transitioned to roles such as Associate Project Manager at Thomson Reuters and Project Manager at O3 World and Digital Wave Technologies. This varied experience has equipped her with strong organizational and communication skills, essential for her current role in talent acquisition.
Education and Expertise
Amber holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Advertising from Temple University, which she completed from 2007 to 2012. Her educational background has provided her with a solid foundation in marketing principles, enhancing her ability to connect with candidates in the talent acquisition field. She is passionate about helping individuals achieve their career goals and advocates for creating enjoyable work environments that prioritize job satisfaction.
Internship Experience
Amber's early career included several internships that contributed to her professional development. She worked as a Business/Marketing Intern at Quaker City Mercantile for four months in 2012 and as an Account Management Intern at Price Communications for three months in 2009. These experiences allowed her to gain practical knowledge and skills in marketing and account management, which she later applied in her various project management roles.