Hannah S.
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Studied at University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
Works at University of Michigan
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Work Experience
Chief of Staff
University of Michigan
November 2025 - Present
• Work alongside faculty and executive leadership to operationalize a university-wide initiative positioning the University of Michigan as a leader in mental fitness, spanning research, education, and applied programs.
Volenteer
Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago
October 2025 - Present
•Conduct bedside visits with pediatric patients, bringing toys and activities to provide companionship, comfort, and emotional support during hospitalization •Engage children in age-appropriate play to help reduce anxiety, support coping, and create moments of normalcy in a clinical setting
Strategy, Planning, and Operations Manager for Global Comms
Cisco
January 2024 - November 2025
• Led the Global Communications internship program, managing recruitment, project placements, development, and mentorship, and launched its first offsite with 100% attendee satisfaction • Co-created and facilitated a global skill-building series on emerging topics such as AI and employee engagement, attracting 150+ participants across regions • Partnered with senior stakeholders to develop a career leveling guide, clearly defining role expectations and establishing transparent promotion pathways
Volunteer
Ronald McDonald House Charities
May 2021 - October 2025
• Supported ~15 families per shift at Lurie Children’s Hospital by coordinating donations, providing essential supplies, and guiding families on Ronald McDonald House (RMH) resources • Trained and mentored new volunteers while fostering a warm, supportive environment through direct engagement with children and families • Sustained long-term volunteer service with RMH and Lurie, from serving on the teen board in high school to returning after graduation to volunteer directly in the hospital
Human Resources Business Partner, Corporate Functions
Cisco
May 2024 - January 2025
• Advised and partnered with 6 VPs and their leadership teams within Cisco’s Global Communications organization to shape talent strategies and execute key strategic initiatives • Led the successful adoption of Cisco’s Q4FY24 and Q2FY25 performance and rewards framework for 130+ employees • Supported business case creation and managed complex humanitarian considerations for workforce restructuring efforts across Global Communications and Cisco’s HR organization • Collaborated with subject matter experts within Cisco’s HR organization to deliver tailored solutions to executives on critical topics such as workforce design, compensation, benefits, and employee relations cases
FLEX Program Chief of Staff
Cisco
July 2023 - February 2024
• Served as a strategic liaison between program leadership and 45+ fellow rotational program participants within Cisco's HR organization (FLEX program), enhancing operations and driving strategic initiatives to improve program success • Redesigned the FY25 FLEX program strategy in partnership with executive sponsors, program leadership, and other Chiefs of Staff, aligning key objectives to drive success for 45+ program members • Co-led the planning and execution of the FY24 and FY25 FLEX program annual offsite events, each engaging 45+ participants, fostering collaboration, and advancing professional development for all attendees
Co-President and VP of Strategic Development
Michigan Fashion Media Summit
September 2021 - May 2023
• Directed a 60+ student planning team and managed a $30,000 budget to execute a successful fashion and media summit with 600+ attendees and ~25 industry-leading speakers • Managed negotiations for 40+ monetary and trade sponsorships from partners, including Coca-Cola and Louis Vuitton
Human Resources, Executive & Board Intern
Cisco
May 2022 - August 2022
• Developed a program to streamline executive onboarding by integrating industry-leading practices from research • Collaborated with fellow interns on a cumulative project to address challenges in the hybrid onboarding experience
Education
Columbia University
Masters and Post-Professional Doctorate, Occupational Therapy
2026 - 2029
Incoming student
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
Bachelor's Degree, Organizational Studies and Psychology
2019 - 2023
Activities and societies: James B. Angell scholar
Northside College Preparatory High School
High School Diploma
2015 - 2019
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Overall Rating
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