Professional Summary
Professional Overview
Laura Caron is the Director of Talent Acquisition and Employer Brand at Edgewell Personal Care, a leading global consumer products company. With over 15 years of experience in human resources and talent acquisition, she has developed a proven track record of building high-performing teams and driving impactful talent strategies.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As the Director of Talent Acquisition and Employer Brand at Edgewell Personal Care, Laura is responsible for leading the company's talent acquisition and employer branding initiatives. She oversees a team of recruiters and coordinates closely with business leaders to identify and attract top talent that aligns with Edgewell's strategic goals. Under her leadership, the company has seen a significant increase in the quality and diversity of its candidate pipeline, leading to more successful hires and strengthening the overall workforce.
Career Progression
Prior to joining Edgewell, Laura served as the Associate Director of Talent Acquisition at Purdue Pharma L.P., where she played a key role in revamping the company's recruitment processes and employer branding efforts. Before that, she held the position of Recruitment Director at Ameritox, where she led a team of recruiters and implemented innovative sourcing strategies to support the company's rapid growth.
Earlier in her career, Laura gained valuable experience as a Recruiter and HR Manager at Atria Senior Living, as well as a Recruiter at St. Vincent's Medical Center. Throughout her career, she has consistently demonstrated her ability to drive positive change, foster collaborative partnerships, and deliver tangible results.
Academic Background
Laura holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Human Resources Management from the University of Massachusetts Amherst, where she graduated with honors.
Areas of Expertise
- Talent acquisition and recruitment strategy
- Employer branding and employee value proposition development
- Workforce planning and talent pipeline management
- Hiring process optimization and candidate experience enhancement
- Recruitment technology implementation and integration
- Diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives
- Talent management and employee development
Professional Impact
Under Laura's leadership, Edgewell Personal Care has experienced a significant improvement in its recruitment efficiency and employer brand perception. She has spearheaded the implementation of cutting-edge recruitment technologies, resulting in a more streamlined and engaging candidate experience. Additionally, her efforts to promote diversity and inclusion in the hiring process have led to a more diverse and representative workforce, better reflecting the company's customer base.
Conclusion
With her extensive experience, strategic mindset, and commitment to driving positive change, Laura Caron is a respected talent acquisition leader who continues to make a meaningful impact on the organizations she serves. She is well-positioned to contribute to Edgewell Personal Care's ongoing success and future growth.
