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Human Resources Executive at Lockheed Martin

One of my favorite parts of this job is seeing employees discover their passion for HR. Whether it’s early in their career or later, it’s so rewarding to see employees' step into roles and make them their own. For this month’s HR Talent Spotlight Series, I’m highlighting an exceptional employee who has done just that – Ericka!  🌟 Talent Spotlight: Meet Ericka!  Ericka has worked at Lockheed Martin for more than 20 years. She first worked as a project manager and affordability lead for the Littoral Combat Ship (LCS) program before moving into an HR role in 2019. Since joining our team, Ericka has led numerous Global Diversity and Inclusion (GD&I) initiatives, helping to foster a positive, supportive work environment across the company.  🚀 Key Highlights:  A two-time Evening of Excellence Award winner and a 2023 Black Excellence Council Humanity and Service Champion Award recipient, Ericka currently serves as the first Talent Acquisition (TA) Diversity manager for RMS. She was also the first non-HR employee to be hired for a TA line of business lead role in 2019. Talk about impressive!     In her day-to-day role, Ericka is responsible for creating and executing talent attraction strategies for diverse pipelines, increasing diversity partnerships, expanding outreach and initiating diversity programs. She also leads a team that plans RMS diversity events throughout the year, like our Diverse Perspective Series – a series of recruitment events highlighting our Lockheed Martin culture, mission, values and more to experienced professionals.  🌐 Passion Unleashed:  Ericka’s passion for HR comes from her love for GD&I. She’s motivated by a desire to bring people of different backgrounds, experiences and interests together to create an environment where people can learn from one another. She also loves having the opportunity to positively influence the careers of others. Whether its experienced professionals or students, Ericka has a knack for helping people find their perfect role at Lockheed Martin and navigate the recruitment process with ease and encouragement.  🌈 Beyond Work:  When Ericka isn’t working, she is the ultimate thrill-seeker. She loves skydiving, ziplining, white water rafting and anything else that gets her adrenaline pumping. As a wife and mother of three grown boys, she’s enjoying the season of life she’s currently in, taking time to slow down and experience new things.      🤝 Connect:  Ericka is just one example of the amazing HR employees we have working for us. Visit https://lnkd.in/eWhvp_vW to explore HR and other career opportunities at Lockheed Martin today. 🎉#HRTalentSpotlight #HRHeros #PeopleFirst 

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Brooke Malsberger

Human Resources Director at Lockheed Martin

2w

Ericka, you shine in all that you do! I am so lucky to have the privilege to work with you, get to know your big heart, and see how you make a difference to this business every.single.day. I have learned from you in so many ways these last 2 years! Congratulations on this spotlight and recognition. It is well deserved!! 👏 👏 👏

Ericka Perry

Talent Acquisition Diversity Lead at Lockheed Martin

1w

This is such an honor to be recognized by Monet Nathaniel . Thank you so much! I'm excited to be a part of this team and will continue to work hard to raise the bar. "Success isn't about how much money you make; it's about the difference you make in people's lives." - Michelle Obama

Jesi Marin

Head of Early Career and Diverse Talent Attraction for Rotary and Mission Systems at Lockheed Martin

2w

Ericka, you're a ROCK STAR! It's been a pleasure watching your career growth and success. Keep pushing forward and making a difference! You're dedication and hard work is truly inspiring! I can't wait to see what you accomplish next!

Caroline Kaplan

Experienced Human Resources Professional

2w

Ericka, you are a fabulous and trusted partner. Thank you for raising the bar and trying new approaches to solving problems, when the standard way doesn’t move the needle. Congratulations, a well deserved spotlight!

Ericka, it’s been great working with you over the years here at Lockheed Martin this is well deserved recognition. You always have thought provoking ideas as well as a wonderful aptitude to execute on them. Proud to be a team mate.

Scott Boardman

GD&I Manager - Lockheed Martin Global Ambassador / Avid Runner / Diversity Champion / Leader / Traveler / Thought Partner /

2w

I appreciate this spotlight as Ericka Perry is an indelible colleague who kind, helpful, and an expert at what she does. At the start of my career within RMS, she helped me connect the dots and was a wealth of information! 🫶🏼

John Heyliger

Deliver talent strategies to achieve business transformation and to build the workforce of the future

2w

I'm proud to see Ericka's career take off. I have witnessed what she brings go diversity events and to LM's brand. She's like no other!

Kimberly S.

Senior Staffing Manager at Lockheed Martin

2w

Congratulations Ericka! So happy to see your success and smiling face highlighted here. You are a great partner and I love working with you. RMS is so lucky to have you as our teammate and we are so proud of all you're accomplishing. Can't wait to see what your future holds!

Harsh Johari

I help ambitious leaders build strong Executive Presence so that they get rapid career growth and coveted CXO roles I Executive & Leadership Coach I Learning and Development | Training | Talent Management

2w

Wow, Ericka's transition from project management to HR is truly inspiring! It shows how valuable transferable skills can be.

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