November Virtual: HR Technology

Giselle Battley is the Head of Global Emerging Talent, Talent Acquisition at Yahoo. She has a proven track record in leading global teams and executing large-scale initiatives. With expertise in recruitment, DEI programming, talent engagement, and leadership of Business Resource Groups (BRGs), she is recognized for her impactful contributions to organizational growth and inclusive cultures.

Giselle’s credentials include certifications as a Certified Diversity Executive (CDE), Certified Professional in Human Resources (PHR), Certified Lean Practitioner (CLP), and Certified Six Sigma Green Belt (CSSGB). Her leadership has earned her notable recognition, including spots on The Power 100 List by Diversity Woman Magazine (2021) and RippleMatch’s Exceptional Leader for a Large-scale Enterprise award (2021-2023).

Specializing in global talent acquisition, strategic partnerships, and DEI programs, Giselle is a recognized expert in driving change through diverse and inclusive recruitment practices, executive reporting, and public speaking.

With a solid background in HR transformation, my journey has been about enhancing service delivery through technological innovation and operational efficiency. At Amtrak, the focus is on the full spectrum of hire to retire technology, ensuring a seamless employee experience.

In prior roles, we have revamped HR operations and broken down silos, resulting in significant gains in efficiency. By partnering with cross-functional leaders, we've established robust standard operating procedures for data management, aligning with compliance and mitigating risk, while fostering a high-performing team culture that values mentorship and collaboration.

Emily McCrary-Ruiz-Esparza is a freelance journalist and From Day One contributing editor who writes about work, the job market, and women’s experiences in the workplace. Her work has appeared in the BBC, The Washington Post, Quartz at Work, Fast Company, and Digiday’s Worklife.

Tiffany Clark, Global Head, People Solutions and Wellbeing at S&P Global shapes the strategic direction of people services, health and financial wellbeing, product delivery and technology initiatives to enhance the employee experience for over 40,000 professionals across 44
countries. With a decade long career in global human resources, Tiffany is recognized for leading high-performance teams and driving innovation with specialties in digital transformation, process optimization and data driven strategic planning.