Rory Marquardt - HRIS Manager
Professional Overview
Rory Marquardt is an experienced HRIS Manager with a strong background in project management, application development, and people leadership. With over 20 years of industry experience, Rory has a proven track record of driving digital transformation and optimizing HR technology solutions to enhance organizational efficiency and employee engagement.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As the HRIS Manager at Squire Patton Boggs, Rory is responsible for overseeing the implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the firm's HR information systems. In this role, Rory leads a team of HR technology specialists, ensuring seamless integration of HRIS platforms and streamlining data-driven HR processes. Rory's strategic approach and technical expertise have enabled the firm to enhance employee experience, improve data-driven decision-making, and maintain compliance with evolving HR regulations.
Career Progression
Prior to joining Squire Patton Boggs, Rory held several leadership positions, including Senior Project Manager and Scrum Master at HealthPlan Data Solutions, where they successfully delivered complex IT projects and implemented agile methodologies to drive operational efficiencies. Rory also served as the Application Development Manager at Big Lots Stores Inc, and as a Program Manager and Director at Wendy's International, Inc., where they spearheaded the development and deployment of enterprise-wide HR and payroll systems.
Academic Background
Rory holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Management Information Systems from The Ohio State University, providing a strong foundation in technology, business processes, and data analytics.
Areas of Expertise
- HRIS implementation and administration
- HR technology integration and optimization
- Agile project management and Scrum methodologies
- Data-driven HR strategy and decision-making
- Employee engagement and change management
- Compliance with HR regulations and best practices
Professional Impact
Throughout their career, Rory has played a pivotal role in driving digital transformation within the organizations they have served. Notable achievements include the successful implementation of a cloud-based HRIS platform that enhanced employee experience and streamlined HR operations at Big Lots Stores Inc, as well as the development of a custom HR analytics dashboard that enabled data-driven decision-making at Wendy's International, Inc.
Conclusion
Rory Marquardt is a seasoned HRIS Manager with a unique blend of technical expertise, project management acumen, and strategic HR knowledge. Passionate about leveraging technology to optimize HR processes and empower organizations, Rory is poised to continue making a meaningful impact in their current role and beyond.
