The American University of Business and Social Sciences (AUBSS) is pleased to announce that Karissa Hutchins has been awarded the honorary degree of Doctor of Strategic Human Resources Management.

Karissa’s extensive experience and accomplishments in the field of human resources management have made her a respected leader and innovator in the industry. Her strategic approach to HR practices, particularly in the areas of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), employee engagement, and operational optimization, have earned her a reputation as a trailblazer in the HR profession.

Over the course of her career, Karissa has held key HR business partner roles at companies such as Amazon, ABC Technologies, and Kellogg Company, where she has consistently demonstrated a strategic and innovative approach to HR practices. Her accomplishments include driving continuous improvement initiatives that saved her employers millions of dollars, developing and launching employee portals and onboarding tools, securing training grants, and leading successful DEI talent initiatives across multiple states and locations.

The honorary degree of Doctor of Strategic Human Resources Management is awarded by AUBSS to individuals who have made exceptional contributions to the field of human resources and demonstrated a proven track record of strategic leadership and innovation. This recognition is a testament to Karissa’s remarkable achievements and her position as a respected authority in the HR domain.

Congratulations to Karissa Hutchins on this well-deserved honor! The AUBSS community looks forward to her continued contributions to the field of human resources management.