Jess Babyak

Jess Babyak is an accomplished executive with extensive experience in human resources and operations, currently serving as Chief Operating Officer, Chief People Officer, and SVP of People Operations at Athenium since February 2017. Jess has held various leadership roles, including Senior Director and Director of Human Resources and Operations at Weather Analytics, and has a background that includes positions at GourmetGiftBaskets.com, Thermo Fisher Scientific, NextRidge, Target, and PETCO Animal Supplies, Inc. Jess's expertise encompasses strategic people management, compliance, talent acquisition, employee development, and organizational culture. Jess holds a Bachelor's degree in Political Theory and English from the University at Albany.