Ari Friedman

HUMAN RESOURCES

Ari's Journey

Ari originally planned to become a general manager at a Disney hotel but discovered a passion for human resources after working as a senior leave associate. While studying hospitality management at Cal Poly Pomona, Ari pursued a minor in human resources and applied classroom lessons to a career in talent acquisition. With support from a Collins College career counselor and alumnus mentor, Ari advanced into an HR program management role focused on supporting employees and strengthening diversity, inclusion and belonging. To learn more about Ari’s journey, click the button below.