The Office of Human Resources has been busy with numerous staff transitions. After the departure of two employees—and the upcoming retirement of Benefits, Leave and Training Manager Kris Codron—the office is welcoming three employees into new roles and is in the process of hiring an associate director and a staff employment coordinator.
Please join us on January 28, 2022 for an open house to honor Kris. Event details will be shared on the HR and the Source event calendars.
Who is new in HR?
Nadia MannaiNadia Mannai joined the HR team in December 2021 as an administrative assistant. Prior to joining Lewis & Clark, Nadia provided several years of outstanding service to Portland Natural Health and the Oregon Culinary Institute.
Matt CookMatt Cook started January 4, 2022 as the generalist and benefits manager. Matt comes to Lewis & Clark after several years of relevant experience at Standard Insurance. He will be taking on many of the responsibilities currently performed by Kris Codron.
David Nickerson has returned to provide temporary support in the role of staff and student employment coordinator.
Who will leave or has left HR?
Kris CodronAfter 16 1/2 years at Lewis & Clark, Kris Codron is retiring. During her tenure, Kris has held several roles within the HR department, including associate director and benefits, leave and training manager.
“Kris Codron’s institutional knowledge, expertise, compassion, and sense of humor have been invaluable,” Associate Vice President and Director of Human Resources Heyke Kirkendall-Baker said. “Kris will be extremely missed. We wish her the very best of luck.”
Toa SurukiToa Suruki joined the HR department in September 2020 as an administrative assistant. Toa did a fantastic job helping the HR department navigate the challenges presented in 2020 and 2021. On October 14, 2021, Toa accepted a position here within the President’s office as an administrative associate.
Shanthi PattisonNicole SloverShanthi Pattison (staff and student employment coordinator) and Nicole Slover (HR generalist) have decided to seek other opportunities.
