Kelsey Kennedy, MSOD

Kelsey Kennedy, MSOD has a diverse work experience spanning multiple industries. Starting in 2019, they worked at NCM Associates as a Human Resources Generalist. Their responsibilities included developing and executing personnel procedures, managing HRIS systems, resolving workflow issues, coordinating new hire orientation, administering employee benefits, and suggesting improvements to HR department efficiency. Prior to this, Kelsey served as a Human Resources Consultant at OMNI Human Resource Management from 2018 to 2019. In this role, they were the main point of contact and expert for HRIS products and systems for designated client groups. Kelsey also administered employee benefits, payroll, retirement programs, and managed FMLA and disability processes. Before that, they worked at Commerce Bank as a Talent Acquisition Specialist, where they partnered with hiring managers, implemented recruitment strategies, sourced candidates, and served as a point of contact for employee and candidate inquiries. Kelsey's work experience also includes roles at Enterprise Holdings as an Assistant Branch Rental Manager, Heart of Missouri United Way as an Intern, and the Office of Senator Will Kraus as an Intern.

Kelsey Kennedy holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Organizational Communication from the University of Missouri-Columbia, which they obtained from 2010 to 2014. In 2016, they completed Continuing Education Courses in Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General at Johnson County Community College. Kelsey pursued their Masters of Science in Organizational Development Psychology, with an emphasis on Strategic Human Resources, at Avila University from 2017 to 2019.