Kayla Smith
People Driven | Business Led | Future Focused
- Role
- Sr HR Business Partner at Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield
- Location
- Des Moines, IA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Kayla Smith
Work should bring out the best in people and the business. I help organizations design stronger teams, systems, and experiences that drive connection, innovation, and impact.I’ve partnered with leaders in complex, highly regulated insurance and financial services industries to tackle tough challenges and create lasting change. As a consultant and advisor, I bring curiosity, insight, trust, candor, action, and humor to the teams I work with.My experience spans talent strategy, leadership development, coaching, talent acquisition, change management, inclusion, and process improvement. I hold SPHR, Six Sigma Green Belt, InsideOut Coaching, and Mental Health First Aid certifications.
Experience
Sr HR Business Partner
Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield
Jul 2025 — Present · Des Moines, IA, US
Currently supporting Wellmark’s Technology and HR divisions.
Education
University of Iowa
B.A. & B.S., Psychology & Political Science
2004 — 2008
Skills
- Applicant Tracking Systems
- Qualifying Prospects
- Employee Relations
- Interviews
- New Hire Orientations
- Training
- Crm
- Human Resources
- Talent Acquisition
- Event Planning
- Contract Recruitment
- Onboarding
- Business Development
- Temporary Placement
- Recruiting
- Client/Hiring Manager Relationships
- Employee Benefits
- Networking
- Fundraising
- Management
- HR Policies
- College Recruiting
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