The event honors the next generation of business leaders in the Atlanta metro area.
Skye Duckett has been named the new Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer following a nationwide search and will join Georgia Tech beginning January 31, 2022.
Georgia Tech Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer Skye Duckett is one of them Atlanta Business Chronicle Atlanta’s Class of 2022 Emerging Leaders. The publication recognizes rising stars who have made a mark in their industry and are leading the way in their communities.
“It’s incredibly humbling to be part of a team that has been honored for making a positive contribution to Atlanta early in its career,” Duckett said. “I’m rooted here, and Atlanta is mine. Home, I always wanted to do my best for the city and its institutions.”
Duckett joined Georgia Tech in January. She pledged that under her leadership, Georgia Tech Human Resources will establish and support innovative staffing models that align with the Institute’s strategic plan and reflect the diversity of the Georgia Tech community. Offices reporting to Duckett include Total Rewards and Payroll, HR Business Partners, Employee Relations, Global HR, Employee Experience, Student Employment and several administrative support departments.
Duckett’s experience includes nearly eight years at Atlanta Public Schools, where she most recently served as chief human resources officer, leading the organization to dramatic progress following the 2009 testing scandal. A longtime Atlanta resident, she has nearly 20 years of experience in human resources roles in urban educational settings.
“Receiving this award in my first year at Georgia Tech is especially rewarding. I will use it as a driving force to continue to foster a strong campus community, inspire our students, and make Georgia Tech a great place to work.”
This business chronicle Students under 40 will be honored at an event in November.