Emily Smith
About Emily Smith
Emily Smith serves as the Director of HRIS & People Analytics at The Wendy's Company, where she has worked since 2021. With extensive experience in human resources, she previously held various managerial roles at Worthington Industries and Wendy's, focusing on HR technology and employee development.
Current Role at The Wendy's Company
Emily Smith serves as the Director of HRIS & People Analytics at The Wendy's Company, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she focuses on leveraging data analytics to enhance human resources processes and improve employee engagement. Her responsibilities include overseeing HR information systems and implementing strategies that align with the company's goals for talent acquisition and employee development.
Previous Experience at Wendy's
Prior to her current role, Emily Smith worked at Wendy's as the Manager of HR Analytics, Projects & HRIS from 2018 to 2021. During her three years in this position, she was responsible for managing HR analytics projects and optimizing HRIS functionalities to support organizational needs. Her work contributed to data-driven decision-making within the HR department.
Career at Worthington Industries
Emily Smith has extensive experience at Worthington Industries, where she held multiple positions over a span of 12 years. She began as a Human Resources Representative from 2005 to 2012, then advanced to Human Resources Manager from 2012 to 2014, and later served as Senior Human Resources Manager from 2014 to 2017. In 2017, she took on the role of Manager, HRIS & Payroll for one year before transitioning to Wendy's.
Education and Expertise
Emily Smith holds a Master of Arts (M.A.) in Counseling from the University of Dayton and a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Business Administration and Management from Otterbein College. Her educational background provides her with a strong foundation in both human resources and organizational development, enabling her to effectively implement HR technology projects and focus on employee development initiatives.
Passion for Leadership Development
Emily Smith is passionate about developing future leaders within organizations. She focuses on strategic initiatives that utilize technology to enhance employee development and talent acquisition. Her commitment to leadership development is evident in her work, where she aims to foster a culture of growth and opportunity within her teams.