Emilia Edson 👋
About Emilia Edson 👋
Emilia Edson serves as the Director of People at Carr Workplaces, where she has worked since 2017. With a background in leadership training and employee engagement, she has contributed to various initiatives that enhance workplace culture and talent acquisition.
Current Role at Carr Workplaces
Emilia Edson serves as the Director of People at Carr Workplaces, a position she has held since 2017. In this role, she oversees various aspects of human resources, focusing on employee engagement, talent acquisition, and organizational culture. Edson's leadership is instrumental in enhancing the workplace environment and ensuring that the company attracts and retains top talent in the competitive Washington D.C. Metro Area.
Previous Experience at Carr Workplaces
Before becoming the Director of People, Emilia Edson held several positions at Carr Workplaces. She worked as a Dual Center General Manager from 2012 to 2015, managing operations at multiple locations. Prior to that, she served as General Manager at various sites, including the Mills Building and King Street Station, from 2008 to 2012. Edson also worked as a Training Manager from 2015 to 2017, where she focused on staff development and training initiatives.
Education and Academic Background
Emilia Edson earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications and Political Science from Duquesne University, where she studied from 2002 to 2006. This educational background has provided her with a strong foundation in effective communication and organizational dynamics, which she applies in her current role in human resources.
Leadership Initiatives and Programs
In her capacity as Director of People, Emilia Edson has developed and implemented several key initiatives. She created a leadership training program adopted company-wide to enhance managerial skills. Additionally, she organized a series of diversity and inclusion workshops aimed at fostering a more inclusive workplace culture. Edson also played a significant role in implementing an employee engagement program that improved staff retention rates.
Talent Acquisition and HR Management
Emilia Edson has successfully negotiated and managed partnerships with external recruitment agencies to bolster Carr Workplaces' talent acquisition efforts. She was also involved in the integration of a new HR software system, which streamlined payroll and benefits administration, enhancing operational efficiency within the HR department.