Salona Appalsamy

Salona Appalsamy serves as the Human Resources Manager at Cleveland Heights-University Heights Public Library since April 2024. Prior experience includes roles as a Talent Acquisition and Diversity Strategist at Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC and a Talent Partner & Strategy Leader at Nordson Corporation, where Salona developed talent initiatives and fostered relationships to drive diversity, equity, and inclusion strategies. Notable previous positions include Talent Acquisition Expert at Life Line Screening, Talent Acquisition Leader for Bank of America with Alexander Mann Solutions, and Recruiting & Diversity Manager at Taft Stettinius & Hollister LLP, focusing on brand advocacy and community engagement. Salona holds a Bachelor of Science in Applied Management from Ohio University and an Associate of Science in Applied Business - Paralegal Studies from Cuyahoga Community College, both earned with summa cum laude honors.