Lori Sparks
About Lori Sparks
Lori Sparks is a People Operations Associate at Pair Team, where she has worked since 2022. She has a background in psychology and experience in various roles focused on employee engagement and wellness.
Work at Pair Team
Lori Sparks has been employed at Pair Team as a People Operations Associate since 2022. In this role, she manages the end-to-end hiring process, which includes conducting preliminary interviews and tracking the candidate pipeline. She has led project management efforts to expand the People Operations department within a rapidly growing startup environment. Additionally, she has implemented strategic initiatives that resulted in a significant increase in applicant volume at the company.
Education and Expertise
Lori Sparks holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from McKendree University, where she studied from 2016 to 2019. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Science in Industrial and Organizational Psychology from Florida International University, completing her studies in 2023. Her academic background supports her expertise in employee wellness, engagement, and satisfaction, which she has applied in her professional roles.
Background
Before her current position at Pair Team, Lori Sparks held various roles that contributed to her professional development. She worked as a Care Navigator at Pair Team for nine months in 2021-2022. Prior to that, she served in multiple capacities at McKendree University, including as a Student Ambassador and Peer Tutor. Her experience also includes working as a Registered Behavior Technician at The Hope Institute for Children and Families and as a Behavioral Specialist at Gateway Regional Medical Center.
Achievements
Lori Sparks has implemented processes aimed at enhancing employee wellness, engagement, and satisfaction. She developed training materials and playbooks to support the growth of the People Operations department. Her strategic initiatives at Pair Team led to a 50% increase in applicant volume, showcasing her ability to drive results in a fast-paced healthtech startup environment.