Chris Hankins

Chris Hankins has a diverse work experience spanning multiple industries. Starting in 2017, Chris worked at Apple, initially as a Product Specialist and later as a Mentor and Expert. They excelled in sales, product knowledge, and customer engagement. During their time at Apple, Chris also served as a Lead and Lean Trainer. In 2019, Chris joined Enjoy Technology, Inc. as an Expert, delivering personalized experiences and solutions to customers in their homes. In 2020, Chris worked as a Wellness Consultant at Caliva and as an Assistant Manager at Urbn Leaf. In 2021, they transitioned to Home Instead Senior Care where they served as a Scheduling Manager and later as a Human Resources Manager, ensuring compliance and managing caregiver files. Currently, in 2022, Chris is working as a Senior Human Resources Manager with Levy Restaurants at the Oregon Zoo, providing guidance on HR-related policies and addressing complex issues.

Chris Hankins completed their Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications/Public Relations from San Jose State University from 2011 to 2013. From 2013 to 2016, they attended Northern Arizona University, where they pursued a field of study in Communication, General.

In addition to their formal education, Chris has obtained multiple certifications from LinkedIn in various areas of human resources, including Administrative Human Resources, Crisis Communication for HR, Employee Engagement, Human Resources: Payroll, Human Resources: Understanding HR Systems Features and Benefits, Interviewing Techniques, Solving Relationship Problems at Work, Talent Management, Understanding and Supporting LGBTQ+ Employees, Develop Your HR Management and Leadership Skills, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging, HR and Digital Transformation, HR as a Business Partner, How to Build Credibility as a Leader, Human Resources: Leadership and Strategic Impact, Human Resources: Strategic Workforce Planning, Mentorship, Sponsorship, and Lifting Others as You Climb, Strategic Human Resources (2019), The 7 Secrets of Responsive Leadership (getAbstract Summary), and The Human Resources Hero. These certifications were obtained between May and June 2022.