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After a career in contract and executive staffing, technology, and corporate HR, Andrew Gadomski opens Aspen.
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Our Team
A core group of employees and experts keep Aspen innovating, developing, and executing solutions for our clients. They are involved on all projects and work to deliver solutions to our confidential client base.
Andrew Gadomski
Auditor General / Fact Witness
Aspen AnalyticsAndrew Gadomski is a data scientist specializing in Human Resources workforce analysis, talent acquisition and human capital management. Andrew founded Aspen in 2006 after a successful career in corporate recruiting.
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Andrew Gadomski is a data scientist specializing in Human Resources workforce analysis, talent acquisition and human capital management. As well, Andrew is a subject matter expert on Human Resources technology. He is a pioneer in the use of big data as a means for measuring the efficacy of HR practices in large corporations. His research is used to measure compliance, diversity and gender parity, branding and sourcing effectiveness, candidate experience and more.
In 2006 Andrew founded Aspen Search Advisors LLC after many successful years in corporate recruiting. Aspen specializes in human capital consultancy using big data and business process design. Aspen markets to the corporate HR, human resource outsource providers and HR technology to improve efficiency and increase productivity. Aspen maintains a strong commitment to social and global responsibility and assists companies to do the same. In 2018, the company name changed to Aspen Analytics, solidifying its’ place as the preeminent source for work on HR data analytics.
In 2008 Andrew joined the New York University faculty as an adjunct professor. Andrew focused lectures on the use of technology in human capital asset management. He also facilitated panels and workshops to undergraduate and graduate students on career planning, and how to effectively navigate the world of hiring and recruiting.
Andrew has co-authored many publications including the first American standard for hiring in order to track costs and return on investment consistently, which was escalated to the ISO Cost Per Hire Standard (ISO/TS 30407:2017) which is also part of the ISO standard for Human Resource Management – Guidelines for internal and external human capital reporting (ISO/TS 30414:2018). He is a regular contributor to the Wall Street Journal, recruiting technology podcasts, and speaking engagements globally.
He also serves as an instructor for the Academy to Innovate HR (AIHR) which has a vast array of courses related to human capital and data analytics. Andrew’s curriculum is part of the Talent Acquisition Certification program, which is SHRA accredited. The certification teaches HR professionals how to use data to drive better, fact-based, people-decisions related to recruitment.
In 2019, Andrew became an Operations Research Senior Analyst for the Office of Human Capital for the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), within the Department of Homeland Security under a federal contract. In September 2022, he became a full-time cleared employee of the US federal government within CISA, working in Workforce Planning analyzing recruitment, talent intelligence, and equity/diversity/inclusion/accessibility. It is a very unique position as the US cyber workforce grows, and Andrew serves on inter-agency committees regarding people analytics, demographics, diversity, and human capital.
Andrew received a Master of Science degree in Business Analytics from the Stern School of the Business at New York University and his undergraduate degrees are from the Smeal School of Business at The Pennsylvania State University. Apart from developing proprietary algorithms, Andrew is credentialed to execute certified audits on artificial intelligence and automation use related to employment and practices compliance related to employment governed by various local, state, federal, and international laws. Andrew’s credentials enable him to provide expert testimony and depositions on bias, discrimination and illegal practices in recruiting and employment through the analysis of data related to the subject.
Andrew is married. He and his wife have a daughter and live happily in New Jersey, close to the shore.
Brittany Goren
Analyst
Aspen AnalyticsBrittany Goren joined Aspen in 2014. Brittany works directly with Aspen clients, acting as project lead and ensuring every client has an excellent experience.
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Brittany Goren joined Aspen in 2014. Fueled by a desire to empower positive change in the workforce and not wanting a traditional career path, her mentor suggested a meeting with Andrew Gadomski, founder of Aspen Analytics, to discuss her goals. A general discussion turned into a job offer and Brittany has been with Aspen ever since.
In 2016, Brittany graduated with a Masters in HR Employment Relations from Penn State University. Brittany continues to work on employee engagement and workplace satisfaction with the aim of improving the candidate experience and employee condition.
Brittany works directly with Aspen clients, acting as project lead and ensuring every client has an excellent experience.
Brittany spends as much time hiking as she can with her dog. She lives happily in Maryland.
Brittany Goren joined Aspen in 2014. Starting as an intern, Brittany has grown and developed into an Associate, and now serves as Aspen’s Lead Analyst. Early in her tenure, she developed skills in optimizing dashboards and understanding survey details for the Candidate Experience Awards which ignited her interest in using data to smartly answer sharp business questions. Brittany works directly with Aspen clients to ensure each has success in using workforce analytics to inform leadership on how employment activities align to the organization’s strategic goals.
Her analytics skills run across all stages of employment including analysis on pre-application activities. She has a specific focus on wage transparency and solicitation, branding effectiveness, and candidate experience. She widened her skill set to understand the use of AI in employment decisions. Lastly, she evaluates and assists in audits related to employee movement, pay equity, and evaluating the success of long-term recruitment and retention methods that render into human capital analytics disclosures for financial and government regulators.
Along the way, Brittany graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science in Business with concentrations in Human Resources and Psychology from Keystone College. She advanced her education with a Masters in HR Employment Relations from Penn State University.
When she is not exploring workforce data and organization effectiveness, she spends as much time as she can exploring the outdoors as she hikes with her perfect pooch. She volunteers at horse farms to muck stalls, groom, and ride to enjoy the outdoors even more.
Bruce Heslop
Growth and Operations Manager
Aspen AnalyticsBruce Heslop joined Aspen in 2018. He is an experienced sales and marketing professional. Bruce handles customer relations, sales and daily operations.
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Bruce Heslop and Andrew Gadomski worked together in the late 90s. They worked on several interesting projects that challenged their abilities as young business professionals. They developed a strong bond, appreciating each others’ ethics and priorities. Throughout their careers, they have stayed connected and maintained a close friendship.
Bruce has always been a people person. Gregarious by nature, sales seemed to choose him rather than the other way around. His first professional job was selling Honda vehicles. His mentor was a visionary in the use of data to improve sales efficiency. Bruce was taught that professional sales success was achieved through constant improvement, proper goal setting and analysis ok KPIs. Data was used to point out inconsistencies in procedure. In his first full year he was awarded the title of “Master Representative” for outstanding results.
Bruce has a fascination with production, whether it’s a physical product, a creative effort or an intangible idea. This passion has led to a successful career as a manufacturing representative. From early on he used his understanding of measuring sales success to measure improved manufacturing processes using new technologies in the markets he served. He is adept at managing customer relations and expectations, value chains and projects.
In 2017, Bruce was looking for a change. He wanted to spend more time with family and less time on the road. He started consulting with small manufacturing companies on how to improve sales effectiveness where employees had cross functional responsibilities. He taught owners and managers how to analyze their results and zero in on what tactics where effective, thereby freeing up time for other responsibilities.
In 2018, Bruce called Andrew. Luckily for both, Aspen Analytics was expanding rapidly, and as they say, the rest is history.
Bruce is married. They have a son and live happily in North Carolina.
Bruce Heslop and Andrew Gadomski worked together in the late 90s. They worked on several interesting projects that challenged their abilities as young business professionals. They developed a strong bond, appreciating each others’ ethics and priorities. Throughout their careers, they have stayed connected and maintained a close friendship.
Bruce has always been a people person. Gregarious by nature, sales seemed to choose him rather than the other way around. His first professional job was selling Honda vehicles. His mentor was a visionary in the use of data to improve sales efficiency. Bruce was taught that professional sales success was achieved through constant improvement, proper goal setting and analysis ok KPIs. Data was used to point out inconsistencies in procedure. In his first full year he was awarded the title of “Master Representative” for outstanding results.
Bruce has a fascination with production, whether it’s a physical product, a creative effort or an intangible idea. This passion has led to a successful career as a manufacturing representative. From early on he used his understanding of measuring sales success to measure improved manufacturing processes using new technologies in the markets he served. He is adept at managing customer relations and expectations, value chains and projects.
In 2017, Bruce was looking for a change. He wanted to spend more time with family and less time on the road. He started consulting with small manufacturing companies on how to improve sales effectiveness where employees had cross functional responsibilities. He taught owners and managers how to analyze their results and zero in on what tactics where effective, thereby freeing up time for other responsibilities.
In 2018, Bruce called Andrew. Luckily for both, Aspen Analytics was expanding rapidly, and as they say, the rest is history.
Bruce is married. They have a son and live happily in North Carolina.
Harmony Heslop
Digital Curator
Aspen AnalyticsHarmony joined Aspen in 2022. She is an experienced digital records curator and documentarian. Harmony handles documentation, data curation, and audit preparation.
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Harmony Heslop joined Aspen in 2022 as the Digital Curator. She has a background in Art Registration and Curation working with private, government, and nonprofit arts organizations. Harmony is bringing her decades of experience to this new role to manage and curator Aspen’s Intellectual Property.
Harmony graduated from the University of the South with a degree in Art History. She went on to receive a graduate certificate in Museum Collections Management and Care from the George Washington University.
From 1992-1996 Harmony worked in Washington, DC for the International Sculpture Center as the Advertising and Production Coordinator for Sculpture Magazine. She then moved to the Deputy Director’s Office at the National Gallery of Art. Following her time at the NGA she moved into a position as Photo Archivist for the White House Historical Association. One main project she completed was to transfer thousands of 35mm slides to a digital database.
Leaving DC in 2006 she took a position as the Curator/Registrar for a private art collection in Spartanburg, SC. She continued her work as a consulting registrar until 2017 when she joined Holy Angels as the founding Director of their nonprofit art gallery. Holy Angels is a progressive nonprofit residential facility for specials needs people providing a home and work opportunities for the residents. The gallery uses art as a means of reducing barriers between the residents and the community by featuring local professional artists alongside the resident artists. She was hired to get this project off the ground.
Harmony is married. They have a son and live in North Carolina.
Harmony Heslop joined Aspen in 2022 as the Digital Curator. She has a background in Art Registration and Curation working with private, government, and nonprofit arts organizations. Harmony is bringing her decades of experience to this new role to manage and curator Aspen’s Intellectual Property.
Harmony graduated from the University of the South with a degree in Art History. She went on to receive a graduate certificate in Museum Collections Management and Care from the George Washington University.
From 1992-1996 Harmony worked in Washington, DC for the International Sculpture Center as the Advertising and Production Coordinator for Sculpture Magazine. She then moved to the Deputy Director’s Office at the National Gallery of Art. Following her time at the NGA she moved into a position as Photo Archivist for the White House Historical Association. One main project she completed was to transfer thousands of 35mm slides to a digital database.
Leaving DC in 2006 she took a position as the Curator/Registrar for a private art collection in Spartanburg, SC. She continued her work as a consulting registrar until 2017 when she joined Holy Angels as the founding Director of their nonprofit art gallery. Holy Angels is a progressive nonprofit residential facility for specials needs people providing a home and work opportunities for the residents. The gallery uses art as a means of reducing barriers between the residents and the community by featuring local professional artists alongside the resident artists. She was hired to get this project off the ground.
Harmony is married. They have a son and live in North Carolina.