Vanessa Smith

Vanessa Smith is a Human Resources Manager at the Schneider Electric - Fairfield dedicated to fostering an inclusive and caring workplace, with a strong focus on engagement and talent development. Drawing on valuable experience from the logistics and manufacturing sectors and a background in hospitality, she has been recognized with the Guest Services Award, highlighting her commitment to enhancing the people experience. Vanessa has played a pivotal role in increasing employee engagement at her plant by 23%, which contributed to a remarkable 50% reduction in attrition. Her goal is to continue supporting all employees through impactful talent development initiatives that promote inclusivity and well-being on both a regional and global scale.