It’s time to introduce you to three new BARR associates: Jonnae Hill, culture and community engagement manager, Niti Jadhav, senior consultant, cyber risk advisory, and Allison Neptune, people operations coordinator.
Let’s take a minute to get to know a bit about each of them.
Jonnae Hill, Culture and Community Engagement Manager
Jonnae’s family
What gets you up in the morning?
I love the anticipation and possibility of a new day. A clean slate and opportunity for a fresh start is energizing to me.
What is your biggest accomplishment?
An accomplishment I am very proud of is completing my master’s degree while working full time and raising a family. It was challenging to juggle it all, but the experience made the accomplishment that much sweeter and more satisfying!
What is the most important personal attribute you bring to your job?
I am approachable. The work I do is collaborative in nature, and I want others to feel comfortable sharing their ideas and stories with me.
What is your favorite outdoor activity?
Walking. I try to go for a walk outside every day because I find it allows me to re-center. I’d describe my walks as my version of meditation. I can think more clearly and often come up with my most creative ideas while on my walks.
What excites you most about BARR’s future?
The future is bright for BARR! The culture BARR associates have created and continue to build upon is what will fuel our continued growth and success. BARR is composed of incredibly knowledgeable and talented people who respect and learn from each other. With this type of team and culture, we will continue to innovate to provide the best solutions for our clients.
Niti Jadhav, Senior Consultant, Cyber Risk Advisory
Niti kayaking in Washington D.C.
What are you reading or listening to right now?
- This Cybersecurity 101 video provides a great and simple introduction to cybersecurity and its necessity in our virtual world.
- “No Place to Hide” by Glenn Greenwald offers an in-depth timeline on how Edward Snowden leaked intelligence files in one of the biggest security breaches in recent American history.
- The article titled “How Risk Analytics Can Help Your Organization Plug Security Holes” by Mary Shacklett shares a general view on some common points of vulnerability in an organization and how analytics tools can help mitigate these risks.
What advice do you have for someone starting a career in the cybersecurity industry?
This is a fantastic industry that is incredibly fast paced and ever changing. As a cybersecurity professional, it’s a great asset to continuously learn about the newest tools/trends and keep up to date with news.
What’s your favorite quote?
“Someone is sitting in the shade today because someone planted a tree a long time ago.”
—Warren Buffett
What is an accomplishment you’re most proud of?
In my previous firm, I was recognized as one of 16 risk consultants in the U.S. East region for high business performance and contribution to company initiatives through award nomination.
What inspires you?
When people go the extra mile to help someone. I see this at BARR often and it’s incredibly inspiring to work in an environment that fosters positivity and community building.
Allison Neptune, People Operations Coordinator
Allison and her son
What are you reading or listening to right now?
- “Leading your Parents: 25 Rules to Effective Multigenerational Leadership for Millennials and Gen Z” by Raven Solomon. Raven describes key soft skills that are necessary to effectively lead cross-generational teams consisting of everyone from Gen Zers to Baby Boomers.
- The #SecureTheSeat with Minda Hart podcast is probably one of my top favorites. It is centered around discussion of women of color navigating in the workplace.
- The Culture First Podcast with Damon Klotz provides great insight in diversity and inclusion, engagement, organizational development, and overall career development in the HR sector.
What excites you about where the industry is going?
There are so many exciting trends within the HR industry, but if I had to narrow it down I am most excited about the importance of health, well-being and psychological safety; how improving inclusion and belonging can positively change and improve work culture; and how training is being re-envisioned.
What is your biggest accomplishment?
My greatest accomplishment would most certainly have to be being a mom. I do not take for granted the blessing I have in being able to carry, birth, and experience raising my little one.
What is your favorite outdoor activity?
I love nature and being outdoors. My favorite new hobby is exploring the different trails in North Carolina.
What inspires you?
More than anything, I want to make the most out of the time I have here on earth. In a way, that is my ultimate inspiration. I am very intentional when it comes to both career and personal aspirations. I have a “why” for everything I do and I use that as inspiration to accomplish goals centered around my “why.”
Interested in joining the BARR team? Explore our open positions.