Erica Gansbauer, MBA
About Erica Gansbauer, MBA
Erica Gansbauer, MBA, serves as the HR Manager of Employee Experience at Churchill Downs Incorporated and has a diverse background in copywriting and management. She has developed expertise in remote employee experience management and possesses strong skills in content creation and critical thinking.
Current Role at Churchill Downs Incorporated
Erica Gansbauer serves as the HR Manager of Employee Experience at Churchill Downs Incorporated, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she focuses on enhancing employee engagement and satisfaction within the organization. Her expertise in managing employee experience remotely is supported by her background in human resources management. Erica's contributions are essential to fostering a positive workplace culture at Churchill Downs.
Previous Experience in Human Resources and Management
Before her current role, Erica worked as Operations Manager at Churchill Downs Incorporated from 2021 to 2022. She also held the position of Director of Social Media at the Young Professionals Association of Louisville (YPAL) from 2021 to 2022. Her previous experience includes a five-year tenure as Sales Floor Leader at Family Christian from 2011 to 2016 in Clarksville, IN. These roles have equipped her with a strong foundation in management and employee relations.
Education and Professional Development
Erica Gansbauer holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Indiana University Southeast, which she completed from 2018 to 2020. She also studied Human Resources Management and Services at Bellarmine University, achieving the SHRM Learning System certification in 2023. Additionally, she earned a Bachelor of Arts in English and Business from Hanover College from 2012 to 2016. This educational background supports her expertise in employee experience management.
Content Creation and Copywriting Experience
In addition to her HR role, Erica has extensive experience in content creation and copywriting. She has worked as a Contract Copywriter for Ivy Technology, ParentMD, and The Marketing Squad since 2021. Her background as a Marketing Copywriter at American Queen Steamboat Company from 2019 to 2021 further enhances her skills in crafting effective communication strategies. This experience complements her HR responsibilities by providing insights into employee engagement through content.
Skills and Expertise
Erica demonstrates a strong skill set in critical thinking, which aids her in breaking down complex ideas into actionable strategies. She is known for her ability to lead teams through ambiguous situations, achieving sustainable solutions. Her proven track record of setting priorities and executing commitments effectively in managerial roles highlights her organizational skills and dedication to her work.