Samantha Haddad Foster
About Samantha Haddad Foster
Samantha Haddad Foster serves as the Senior Manager of Talent & Workplace Experience at Sojern, where she focuses on enhancing employee experiences through talent programs. With a diverse background in human resources and talent acquisition, she has held various roles across multiple organizations, demonstrating a commitment to relationship-building and continuous improvement.
Current Role at Sojern
Samantha Haddad Foster serves as the Senior Manager of Talent & Workplace Experience at Sojern. She has held this position since 2023, working remotely from Denver, CO. In her role, she focuses on implementing and optimizing people and talent programs that enhance the overall employee experience. Her leadership emphasizes inclusion and empathy, aiming for continuous improvement within the workplace.
Previous Experience at Sojern
Prior to her current role, Samantha worked at Sojern as the Talent Acquisition Lead for seven months in 2022. She later returned to the company in 2023 as the Senior Manager of Talent Acquisition, a position she held for eleven months. During her time at Sojern, she contributed to the development of talent acquisition strategies that align with the company's goals.
Professional Background in HR
Samantha has a diverse background in human resources and talent acquisition. She worked as an HR Manager at Intelex Technologies from 2019 to 2020 and as an HR/Recruiting Partner at ProCure Proton Therapy Center from 2011 to 2013. Additionally, she held various roles at Angie's List, including Receptionist and Written Correspondence Specialist, and served as an HR Administrator/Site Leader at ALPLA.
Education and Expertise
Samantha earned a Bachelor of General Studies from Indiana University Indianapolis, with a focus on Arts & Humanities and minors in Business and Music. Her expertise includes talent acquisition, employer branding, HR technology, and operations. She is known for excelling in fast-paced environments where people strategies are essential for achieving business results.
Strengths and Personal Development
Samantha's Clifton StrengthsFinder results highlight her strengths as a Relator, Analytical thinker, and Individualization specialist. She identifies as an Enneagram Type 1 - Reformer, which reflects her principled and purposeful approach to work. Samantha values cultivating meaningful relationships and maintains an 'always be growing' mindset, emphasizing adaptability and continuous improvement.