Jennifer C. Loftus is a Founding Partner and National Director at Astron Solutions, specializing in designing and implementing base pay compensation systems for non-profits and small to mid-sized organizations. With 29 years of experience in compensation and HR, she has expertise in market surveys, FLSA compliance, performance management, HRIS improvement, and total cash compensation. Jennifer has worked with organizations like the Hay Group (Korn Ferry), Parsons Brinckerhoff, and Pace University.
A member of SHRM and WorldatWork, Jennifer has served on several committees and councils, including as Chair of the WorldatWork Affiliate Advisory Council and President of New York City SHRM. She is an award-winning HR professional and a sought-after speaker on compensation, employee retention, and labor trends, with appearances on CBS, PBS, ESPN, and more. Her articles have been widely published in HR and business outlets.
Jennifer holds an MBA in HR Management from Pace University and a BS in Accounting from Rutgers University. She teaches HR courses as an adjunct professor at Pace University and has held similar roles at other institutions. Recognized for her contributions, Jennifer received the 2022 NYC SHRM President’s Award and the 2014 Gotham Comedy Foundation’s Lifetime Ambassador of Laughter Award.
Connect with Jennifer on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-loftus-06898/
What people are saying about Jennifer:
“Jennifer was a fantastic instructor! Her energy, passion, and knowledge made for a great learning experience. I'm taking away both a clearer strategic perspective and tactical skills for improving our compensation practices. Thanks so much!”