Kara Shropshire
About Kara Shropshire
Kara Shropshire is a Human Resources Business Partner at Shift, where she has worked since 2022. She has extensive experience in human resources and management, having held various roles at companies such as Target, Bloomingdale's, and Universal Technical Institute.
Work at Shift
Kara Shropshire has been serving as a Human Resources Business Partner at Shift since 2022. In this role, she focuses on aligning human resources strategies with business objectives, fostering a positive workplace culture, and supporting employee development initiatives. Her experience in HR allows her to effectively manage talent acquisition, employee relations, and performance management within the organization.
Previous Experience in Human Resources
Before joining Shift, Kara Shropshire worked at Universal Technical Institute, Inc. as a Human Resources Business Partner from 2018 to 2022. In this position, she was responsible for various HR functions, including recruitment, employee engagement, and compliance. Additionally, she held the role of Human Resources Manager at Bloomingdale's from 2016 to 2017, where she managed HR operations and supported staff development.
Retail Management Background
Kara Shropshire has extensive experience in retail management. She worked at Bloomingdale's in various capacities, including Sales Manager for Ready to Wear and Department Manager for Home. Her tenure at Bloomingdale's spanned from 2015 to 2016 and included a year as a Human Resources Manager. Prior to this, she served as a Store Manager at Pier 1 Imports from 2013 to 2015, overseeing store operations and staff management.
Education and Expertise
Kara Shropshire earned a Bachelor of Science in Marketing from the University of Arizona, studying from 2002 to 2006. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master Certificate in Human Resources from Cornell University between 2012 and 2013. Her educational background equips her with a solid foundation in both marketing and human resources, enhancing her capabilities in her professional roles.
Early Career at Target
Kara Shropshire began her career at Target, where she held multiple roles over several years. She worked as an Executive Team Leader in various capacities from 2006 to 2013, including positions focused on Human Resources and General Merchandise. Her experience at Target provided her with valuable insights into team leadership and operational management in a retail environment.