Christy A. McFerren

Christy A. McFerren serves as the Human Resources Director at Virginia Tech Applied Research Corporation since July 2023, previously holding the position of Human Resources Manager. Christy has extensive experience in human resources and operations across various organizations, including roles such as Director of Human Resources and Operations at Ox Hill Companies and Edge, where responsibilities spanned full life cycle recruiting, policy development, compliance, and employee engagement initiatives. Early career experiences include managing corporate support functions at G2SF and serving as a Systems Analyst and Computer Specialist at GSA, alongside part-time administrative roles. Christy has a commitment to fostering inclusive workplace cultures and aligning HR strategies with business objectives, supported by a foundational education from Northern Virginia Community College.