Erika Gardner

Experience

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  Ascena Retail Group, Inc.

  Dec 2013 - Oct 2014

  Human Resources, Contract
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  L Brands

  Oct 2014 - Sept 2020

  • Partnered with Manager, University Relations to drive recruitment strategy for the L Brands Enterprise Internship Program in Columbus, Ohio and New York City• Hired approximately 300+ interns year to year across all brands and functions including finance, design, merchandising, planning, supply chain, logistics, technology, human resources, marketing, etc.• Proactively sourced and screened high potential candidates using LinkedIn Recruiter, Avature and Handshake systems• Developed and maintained relationships with targeted colleges and universities through career fairs, on-campus events, and corporate site visits• Assisted with large scale recruiting initiative to hire 30 Asset Protection Officers in a 2-month time span Show less • Highly involved with every step of the recruiting process for interns• Elevated the reputation of the internship program specifically through feedback from business partners• Expedited the hiring process and contributed to the culture of the internship program to increase conversion rates • Facilitated Enterprise Orientation and onboarded new full life cycle employees and interns • Attended University events and recruited top talent for all functions of the L Brands Enterprise• Increased diversity initiatives and doubled diversity numbers from Summer 2016 to Summer 2017 Show less

  • Recruiter, Corporate Talent Acquisition & University Relations

    Aug 2017 - Sept 2020

  • University Relations Coordinator

    Jan 2016 - Mar 2018

  • Recruiting Coordinator

    Oct 2014 - Dec 2015
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  OPOC.us

  Sept 2020 - now

  Account Manager, Corporate Wellness & Program Development

  • Develop and maintain relationships with external leaders and human resource partners across multiple organizations • Create and launch inclusive and accessible wellness programs for clients• Account lead for 20+ regional corporations and serve as the key point of contact for all employees • Assist with the coordination and execution of Biometric Screening Events & Health Fairs• Provide clients with 1-on-1 health coaching and group fitness training