Joanna Kunkel, Shrm Cp
About Joanna Kunkel, Shrm Cp
Joanna Kunkel is a People Operations Manager with expertise in onboarding and new hire relations. She has a background in human resources and business management, having worked at DuckDuckGo and Alpha Packaging, and holds a Bachelor's degree from Penn State University.
Current Role at DuckDuckGo
Joanna Kunkel serves as the People Operations Manager at DuckDuckGo, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she focuses on onboarding and new hire relations, ensuring a smooth transition for new employees. Her responsibilities include managing the employee experience and fostering a positive workplace culture. Joanna's work is essential in supporting the company's commitment to employee satisfaction and engagement.
Previous Experience at DuckDuckGo
Before her current role, Joanna worked at DuckDuckGo as a People Operations Coordinator from 2021 to 2023. In this capacity, she contributed to various HR initiatives and supported the onboarding process for new hires. Her experience at DuckDuckGo has equipped her with valuable insights into the company's operations and culture.
Experience at Alpha Packaging
Joanna Kunkel was employed at Alpha Packaging as a Human Resources Generalist from 2020 to 2021 in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. During her time there, she gained experience in various HR functions, contributing to the overall management of human resources and supporting employee relations.
Educational Background
Joanna studied Business Management at Penn State University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree from 2002 to 2006. Additionally, she pursued further education at Villanova University, obtaining a Certificate in Human Resources in 2019. She also studied at Murdoch University for 11 months in 2005, enhancing her knowledge and skills in the field.
Early Career at Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Joanna began her professional career at Enterprise Rent-A-Car, where she worked as an Accounting/Remarketing Assistant from 2006 to 2009 in Charlotte, North Carolina. This role provided her with foundational experience in business operations and customer service, contributing to her development in the human resources field.