Emily Ritchey joined Legacy Executive Search following an extensive career as a business leader and Human Resources Generalist specializing in talent acquisition and development. With HR experience building teams at all levels of large and small organizations, she provides search services for business leadership, human resources, finance, technology, engineering, supply chain, and commercial talent. With over 25 years of experience leading the human resources function in the manufacturing, distribution, retail, and hospitality industries, Emily leverages her knowledge to match executive talent across diverse sectors. She takes the time to understand her client partners' needs and strategically aligns to facilitate industry-leading recruitment services focusing on results-driven performance. Before joining Legacy Executive Search, Emily spent ten years as Vice President of Human Resources for a privately held diversified industrial manufacturing company. She led HR for company-owned retail stores and supported sales and marketing for The Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company. Early in her career, Emily worked for Newell Brands and Wyndham Hotels in progressive HR leadership roles. Emily provides consultative excellence in all aspects of talent management to support executive search, onboarding, coaching, and development for client leaders and teams to drive business objectives. She is certified in a variety of leadership and organizational assessment and development tools, including Workplace Big 5, 360 Feedback, Inside-Out Coaching, and others. Emily graduated Magna Cum Laude with a BBA in Human Resources from Kent State University and holds SPHR, SHRM-SCP, and Strategic HR Business Partner certifications. She resides in Dublin, Ohio, has two adult children, and enjoys road cycling, live music, and travel.