Animal Rescue League of Boston
Leyre Gillis J.D., GBA has a diverse work experience spanning over two decades. Leyre currently holds the position of Director of People & Culture at the Animal Rescue League of Boston since September 2022. Previously, Leyre worked at Industrial Economics from 2013 to 2022, starting as an HR Manager before being promoted to HR Director. At Industrial Economics, they were responsible for various HR functions, including benefits administration, training program implementation, and ensuring compliance with laws and regulations.
Prior to that, Leyre served as the Director of Human Resources at Rogerson Communities from 2009 to 2013. In this role, they advised managers on employee relations issues, conducted investigations into complaints, managed employee benefit plans, and implemented training programs. Leyre also ensured compliance with federal and state laws and managed safety and health programs.
Before their tenure at Rogerson Communities, Leyre worked at Bank of America as a Recruiter/Recruiting Coordinator from 2005 to 2007. In this position, they hired and onboarded teller associates, organized recruitment events, sourced candidates, and ensured compliance with regulations and company policies.
Overall, Leyre Gillis J.D., GBA has demonstrated expertise in people management, HR administration, compliance, and training program implementation throughout their career.
Leyre Gillis J.D., GBA received a Juris Doctor (JD) degree from Suffolk University Law School from 2000 to 2003, specializing in Law. Prior to that, from 1996 to 2000, they completed their Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, majoring in English and Journalism.
Animal Rescue League of Boston
For over 120 years, The Animal Rescue League of Boston (ARL) has responded to the needs of animals and the people who care about them. In fact, we are often the first to respond. With over 1,000 dedicated volunteers and 100 staff members, ARL lends unwavering support to local animals, families, and neighborhoods. We provide outstanding veterinary care, adoption, and field services. We also confront the root causes of animal cruelty and neglect through special police investigation and advocacy aimed at strengthening the laws that protect animals. Last year alone, we served more than 23,900 animals in need. Today, we increasingly focus on prevention and the impact we can have on more animals; keeping them out of shelters and in the communities where they belong. This ambitious call to action is reflected in our new vision for the future. ARL does not receive government grants or public funding (with the exception of limited COVID-19 relief funding) and relies on the generosity of our supporters to help animals in need. We ask all those who share our goals to reaffirm a commitment to the future we all hope to achieve. Together, we can make it happen!