Ashley Hoefer

About Ashley Hoefer

As an accomplished HR professional with a strong focus on talent acquisition and recruitment strategy, I have a proven track record of success driving organizational growth and fostering diverse and inclusive workplaces.At Northwestern Mutual, my role as Director of Recruitment & Selection involved orchestrating high-volume recruitment strategies for wealth management advisors, staff, and all campus relations efforts. By leveraging data analysis, I facilitated data-driven decision-making, leading to a 75% increase in diverse hires over 14 months. Additionally, I managed and created pre-employment, onboarding, and performance & development processes, all ensuring a smooth experience for new hires and employees. During my tenure as Senior Recruiter at Colorado Mesa University, I excelled in developing and implementing marketing and sourcing strategies, contributing to over 12% growth in overall territory enrollment. I led a regional recruitment team, achieving consistent performance with an average of 106% of recruitment goals each year. My dedication to excellence and relationships were reflected in the internationally distributed marketing materials I created and designed.In addition to my professional accomplishments, I actively engage in leadership roles and community involvement. My past experiences in this space have included being an adjunct faculty member at a university, speaking at a national conference, and presenting on topics to young professionals.Committed to fostering diversity and inclusion, I served as a member of the DE & I Council at Northwestern Mutual, contributing to initiatives that drove positive change within the organization. I have a proven track record in recruiting and developing underrepresented groups in full time and intern roles. I hold a Master of Business Administration (Magna Cum Laude) and a BBA in Business Administration (Cum Laude) from Colorado Mesa University, combining academic excellence with practical experience to deliver impactful results. Furthermore, I am currently pursuing SHRM-CP certification to continuously advance my HR expertise.Let\'s connect!#HRLeader #TalentAcquisition #RecruitmentStrategy #DiversityandInclusion #SHRMCP #MBA

Experience

1. Human Resources Business Partner

   Lumos Fiber

   Nov 2024 — Present

Education

• Colorado Mesa University

  Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Marketing & Management

  2014 — 2017

• Colorado Mesa University

  Master of Business Administration - MBA

  2019 — 2021