Molly Wagener - Vice President, People
Professional Overview
Molly Wagener is an accomplished Human Resources executive with extensive experience in talent management, recruitment, and people operations. As the Vice President of People at Casper, she is responsible for driving the company's people strategy, enhancing employee engagement, and fostering a positive and inclusive work culture.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As the Vice President of People at Casper, Molly oversees all aspects of the company's human resources functions, including talent acquisition, learning and development, performance management, and employee relations. She has played a crucial role in shaping Casper's people-centric initiatives, which have contributed to the company's overall success and growth.
Career Progression
Prior to joining Casper, Molly held progressive leadership roles in the talent management and recruitment domains. She served as the Senior Director of Talent Management at Blue Apron, where she spearheaded the development and implementation of innovative talent strategies that aligned with the company's business objectives. Earlier in her career, Molly held various talent acquisition roles at Blue Apron and Wingstop Restaurants, Inc., where she demonstrated her expertise in sourcing, recruiting, and retaining top talent.
Academic Background
Molly holds a Bachelor's degree in Theatre Arts from the University of Texas at Austin, where she also gained experience as an elementary acting teacher at the Dallas Children's Theater.
Areas of Expertise
- Talent Management and Acquisition
- Employee Engagement and Retention
- Organizational Development and Culture Transformation
- Human Resources Policy and Program Design
- Strategic Workforce Planning
- Performance Management and Leadership Development
Professional Impact
Throughout her career, Molly has made significant contributions to the organizations she has served. At Blue Apron, she led the design and implementation of a comprehensive talent management framework that helped the company attract, develop, and retain top-performing employees. Her efforts in this area were instrumental in supporting the company's rapid growth and maintaining a high-performing workforce.
Conclusion
Molly Wagener is a seasoned HR executive with a proven track record of driving people-centric initiatives that align with business objectives. In her current role as the Vice President of People at Casper, she continues to leverage her expertise in talent management, employee engagement, and organizational development to contribute to the company's success and position it as an employer of choice in the industry.
