Geraldine Sullivan
About Geraldine Sullivan
Geraldine Sullivan serves as the Assistant Vice President for Employee Relations, Staffing, and Career Development at Yale University, where she has worked in various roles since 2008. She holds a Bachelor's Degree in Hospitality Administration/Management from Purdue University and has completed the Executive Education - Emerging Leader Program at Columbia Business School.
Work at Yale University
Geraldine Sullivan has held multiple positions at Yale University, contributing to employee relations and staffing. She started as a Human Resources Generalist from 2008 to 2010, then served as Director of Employee Relations for Officer Units from 2010 to 2013. In 2013, she became the Director of Employee Relations, a role she maintained until 2017. Currently, she serves as the Assistant Vice President for Employee Relations, Staffing, and Career Development since 2018, and has been the Senior Director for Employee Relations and Recruitment since 2017.
Education and Expertise
Geraldine Sullivan earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Hospitality Administration/Management from Purdue University, studying from 1988 to 1992. She furthered her education at Columbia University, completing the Executive Education - Emerging Leader Program. Her educational background supports her expertise in employee relations and human resources.
Background in Human Resources
Before her tenure at Yale University, Geraldine Sullivan worked at The Broadbent Company in human resources from 2003 to 2008. She also held various management positions at Marriott Hotels from 1992 to 2001. This extensive background in human resources and management has informed her approach to employee relations and staffing at Yale.
Career Progression
Geraldine Sullivan's career has shown a steady progression in human resources and employee relations. After her initial roles at Marriott Hotels, she transitioned to The Broadbent Company, where she focused on human resources. Her subsequent roles at Yale University reflect her growth and increasing responsibilities in employee relations, culminating in her current position as Assistant Vice President.