Brenda Naegel
About Brenda Naegel
Brenda Naegel serves as the Director of Recognition & Engagement in Internal Communications at Yale University, where she leads a team that orients 1,200 new staff members each year. With over three decades of experience at Yale, she focuses on enhancing staff engagement and recognition programs for nearly 15,000 employees.
Work at Yale University
Brenda Naegel has been employed at Yale University since 1991, serving as the Director of Recognition & Engagement within the Internal Communications, Public Affairs & Communications department. In this role, she leads a team that is responsible for delivering orientation to approximately 1,200 new staff members each year. Over the past decade, she has directed university-wide staff engagement and recognition programs that cater to nearly 15,000 staff members. Her focus includes continuously improving performance and service recognition initiatives to enhance the overall employee experience at the university.
Education and Expertise
Brenda Naegel holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and Management from Penn State University, where she studied from 1980 to 1984. She furthered her education at Southern Connecticut State University, earning a Master of Education (MEd) in Educational/Instructional Technology/Adult Education & Literacy from 1991 to 1993. Her educational background provides her with a strong foundation in management and instructional technology, which she applies in her current role at Yale University.
Background
Brenda Naegel has a long-standing career at Yale University, where she has accumulated over three decades of experience. Prior to her current position, she worked as the Associate Director of Communications and Training in the Procurement department from 2005 to 2009. Her extensive experience within the university has equipped her with insights into both internal communications and staff engagement strategies.
Achievements in Staff Engagement
In her capacity as Director of Recognition & Engagement, Brenda Naegel has been instrumental in developing and implementing staff engagement and recognition programs at Yale University. Her work focuses on utilizing a strengths-based approach to coaching, which aims to connect individuals and enhance team performance. This methodology has contributed to fostering a positive work environment and improving overall staff morale within the university.