Amara Larson

About Amara Larson

I lead enterprise talent strategy that strengthens leadership pipelines, career mobility, and workforce readiness. With progressive experience across HR business partnership and talent management, I design systems that translate capability needs into scalable development and succession outcomes.My work integrates organizational behavior, people analytics, and disciplined attention to the human experience of work. I approach talent as both a strategic asset and a stewardship responsibility, focusing on accurate potential assessment, durable career architecture, and leadership continuity across complex organizations.I partner with senior leaders to shape talent decisions that support performance, resilience, and long term value creation.Focus Areas• Talent Strategy & Leadership Development• Career Architecture and High Potential Development• People Analytics & Organizational Insights• Workforce Insights and People Analytics• Leadership Effectiveness and Organizational HealthIf you’re reimagining how people grow and thrive inside your organization, let’s connect.

Experience

1. Vice President, Talent Management - Technology & Operations

   Synchrony

   Mar 2023 — Present

   Lead global talent management for Technology and Operations, supporting employees across multiple geographies. Own enterprise strategies that strengthen leadership pipelines, career mobility, and strategic workforce planning.• Architect and operationalize career, skills, and succession frameworks from frontline roles through VP leadership• Translate organizational capability needs into targeted development, coaching, and growth pathways• Own governance for coaching and outplacement, including vendor strategy, program design, and performance outcomes• Lead succession planning and leadership assessment to inform talent investment and leadership continuity• Leverage talent analytics, engagement data, and workforce insights to guide executive decision-making and align human capital strategy with business priorities

Education

• The Ohio State University

  Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.), Family and Consumer Sciences & Personal Finance

• Central Michigan University

  Master's Degree, Human Resources Management and Leadership

• Harvard University

  Master of Liberal Arts (ALM) in Extension Studies, Industrial and Organizational Psychology

  2025 — 2026