12th
RLGA Presents…Jennifer Farris, Formerly with Christian Dior HR
Mark your calenders!
The Retail & Luxury Goods Association is pleased to present Jennifer Farris, Senior Professional in Human Resources.
This is your opportunity to get in-depth answers about applying for jobs, internships, and what HR managers are looking for in potential candidates.
Wednesday, November 18th
5:15-6:15PM
GWII 2111
Brief Biography:
Jennifer Farris is a certified Senior Professional in Human Resources as well a certified Instructional Designer/Trainer. She received her undergraduate degree in Sociology from the University of Georgia with a minor in Communications. While attending the University of Georgia, Ms. Farris studied abroad in Austria as well as Florence, Italy. Immediately following graduation from UGA, Ms. Farris packed her bags and headed to New York City to try her hand in the world of luxury retail. She quickly landed a job as a Human Resources Associate at Ralph Lauren, where she spent 3 years focusing on establishing one of their specialty lines, Club Monaco’s, new presence in the United States. In 2004, she left Ralph Lauren in pursuit of ultimate luxury. Ms. Farris spent the remainder of her time in New York until late 2007, as the Human Resources Manager for Christian Dior Couture. She oversaw training and recruitment for all of their North American operations including their corporate offices in New York City and 48 retail locations across the US, Mexico, and Canada. She was involved in the opening of 16 new stores and spent much of her time travelling between New York and the Dior headquarters in Paris, France.
Ms. Farris now resides in New Orleans and is an Employee Relations Manager at Entergy Services Inc. Her memberships include the Society for Human Resources Management, the American Society of Training and Development, and the Human Resources Management Association of New Orleans.
Looking forward to seeing you in attendance!
