Samantha Lucic, Shrm Cp
About Samantha Lucic, Shrm Cp
Samantha Lucic is a Human Resources Manager at The Wendy's Company, where she has worked since 2016. She partners with the COO to manage HR activities across 6,700 locations and has a background in HR roles at Target and a solid educational foundation from Elon University and the University of Florida.
Current Role as Human Resources Manager
Samantha Lucic serves as the Human Resources Manager at The Wendy's Company, a position she has held since 2016. Based in the Orlando, Florida area, she collaborates closely with Division VPs and Directors to support franchise-operated and company-owned markets across the United States. Her role emphasizes managing HR activities and ensuring alignment with the company's culture and operational goals.
Previous Experience at Wendy's
Before her current role, Samantha worked as a Senior HR Business Partner at The Wendy's Company from 2014 to 2016. During her tenure, she partnered with the COO of U.S. Operations to oversee HR activities across 6,700 locations. She represented the company during acquisitions and dispositions, ensuring proper employee transfer and integration.
Experience at Target
Samantha has significant experience in human resources from her time at Target. She worked as a Human Resources Executive from 2011 to 2014 and previously held roles as a Campus Recruiter and Guest Experience team member. Her diverse responsibilities at Target contributed to her expertise in HR management and employee engagement.
Educational Background
Samantha holds a Master of Science (M.S.) in Business Administration and Management from the University of Florida, where she studied from 2008 to 2009. She also earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Psychology from the same university, completing her studies from 2006 to 2008. Additionally, she studied at Elon University from 2004 to 2006.
HR Team Development and Culture Advocacy
In her current role, Samantha manages the performance and career development of the Human Resources team, focusing on maximizing their contributions. She advises operations partners on maintaining Wendy's culture and assists in resolving issues that may arise, ensuring a cohesive work environment.