In this episode of Reimagining Company Culture, we’re chatting with Elissa James, Vice President of People and Culture at the YMCA of Central Ohio. Elissa has served with the YMCA of Central Ohio for almost 20 years in a number of roles that include responsibilities in programming, operations, risk management, and Human Resources. Tune in to learn Elissa’s thoughts on the unique role of employers, radical flexibility, important employee benefits, and more!

Elissa has served with the YMCA of Central Ohio for almost 20 years in a number of roles that include responsibilities in programming, operations, risk management, and Human Resources. In her most recent role as Vice President of People and Culture, Elissa not only oversees all Human Resources efforts, but has also led the organization from day one through their response to Covid-19 and the ever-changing landscape of safety and the employee experience. She also serves the national network of YMCAs as a part of various thought leader cohorts involved in innovation for the future of YMCA operations and as a service delivery partner assisting other Y's in their risk management efforts. Elissa spends much of her non-working time toting kids (and dogs) to various activities around town and sings in a large community choir, The Harmony Project, which focuses on building a more inclusive society through arts, education, and volunteerism.