Allison Vessels

About Allison Vessels

An accomplished Senior Human Resources professional with 20+ years of proven experience in the effective delivery of HR programs, strategies, and technology within a variety of sectors including healthcare, pharmaceuticals, banking, insurance, higher education and engineering. A high energy, results focused, business partner who proactively assesses needs and implements strategic and innovative people based solutions in fast-paced, rapidly evolving environments. Excellent leadership, team building, analytical, and influencing skills with the exceptional ability to build credibility quickly at all levels of an organization. Strong business acumen and the ability to translate the needs of the core business function into both human capital and technology solutions.

Experience

1. Chief Human Resources Officer

   ThriveMore

   Sep 2025 — Present · Winston-Salem, NC, US

Education

• Clemson University

  Ed.D., Human Resources Development

  1997 — 2004

• Presbyterian College

  BS, Psychology

  1988 — 1992

• Clemson University

  MHRD, Human Resource Development

  1994 — 1996

Skills

• Talent Management
• Talent Acquisition
• Human Resources
• Recruiting
• Succession Planning
• Organizational Development
• Onboarding
• Training
• Deferred Compensation
• Employee Benefits
• Workforce Planning
• Leadership
• Strategy
• Management
• New Hire Orientations
• Customer Service
• Coaching
• Employee Relations
• Time Management
• Employee Training
• Strategic Planning
• College Recruiting
• Leadership Development
• Program Management
• Performance Appraisal
• Career Development
• Policy
• Employee Engagement
• Performance Management
• Hris
• Applicant Tracking Systems
• Job Descriptions
• Temporary Placement