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Hiring of Lori Caron, Human Resources Director

Hiring of Lori Caron, Human Resources Director

Lori is an accomplished HR Specialist with comprehensive experience in employee relations, recruitment, compliance, and benefits administration within the public sector.

She has demonstrated success in optimizing onboarding processes, managing training programs, and supporting employee engagement and wellness initiatives. She brings leadership and a collaborative attitude to the Ellington management team that will enhance the experience of employees as well as our visitors and community members.

"We are happy to welcome Lori as the new HR Director in her hometown,” said First Selectman Burstein. “We are excited to have her join the team and look forward to working together.”

“I’m proud to serve the community I call home and am honored to step into this role,” Lori shared. “I look forward to supporting our employees and continuing to build a strong, positive workplace culture.”

“We are pleased to welcome Lori back to Ellington,” added Mr. Reed. “This really is home for her, and we are just as excited as she is.”

Please join us in welcoming Lori to the Town of Ellington team; she may be contacted at (860) 870-3100 or via email at LCaron@ellington-ct.gov.

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