Olivia Barker

Olivia Barker is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in talent acquisition and organizational development. Currently serving as Manager of Talent Acquisition Programs at the Tennessee Valley Authority since June 2023, Olivia has previously held roles at Meta, where recruitment strategies were developed with a focus on diversity and inclusion, and at Bridgestone Americas and Caterpillar Financial Services Corporation, managing full-life cycle recruitment and exceeding metrics in diversity and time-to-fill. With a solid foundation in higher education administration, marked by significant leadership roles at Rice University and Georgia Southern University, Olivia has demonstrated expertise in training, program development, and risk management. Olivia has also contributed to professional development through presentations at conferences and involvement in organizations such as NASPA and ACPA, alongside active community engagement through various outreach initiatives.