Maria Gilhooley

Maria Gilhooley is an experienced Human Resources professional with a strong background in talent acquisition and people operations. Currently serving as Sr. Director of Human Resources at Wagamamausa since August 2024, Maria previously held the title of Director of Talent at Savory Hospitality, where responsibilities included overseeing HR functions, recruitment strategies, training facilitation, and compliance matters. Maria's prior roles encompassed various aspects of people operations in both hospitality and corporate settings, including experience as a Talent Acquisition Specialist at AREA 17 and a People Operations Coordinator at Wondersauce. Maria possesses a Bachelor's of Fine Arts in Acting from Boston University and has demonstrated expertise in driving organizational growth, employee engagement, and implementing diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives throughout multiple positions.