Addison Thornton

Addison Thornton is a Chicago-based Program Specialist in Employer Brand & Engagement whose work focuses on connecting people with opportunities through strategic workforce initiatives, employer branding, recruitment marketing, and community engagement. A graduate of Spelman College with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, she combines a strong understanding of human behavior with a passion for leadership, mentorship, and creating meaningful impact.

Raised in the St. Louis area, Addison developed a commitment to service, perseverance, and excellence at an early age. Throughout her academic and professional journey, she has embraced leadership roles that allowed her to support others while driving measurable results. At Spelman College, she served as Class Vice President, held leadership positions within Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®, and helped lead fundraising initiatives that generated more than $18,000 for scholarships and nonprofit organizations.

Professionally, Addison has gained experience with organizations including Advantage Solutions, Fiserv, Deloitte, Beats by Dre, The Coca-Cola Company, and NARS Cosmetics. She is known for her collaborative approach, emotional intelligence, and ability to build strong relationships across teams and communities.

Passionate about continuous growth, Addison enjoys mentoring, community service, hiking, yoga, event planning, and creative marketing. She believes success is measured not only by achievement, but by the positive impact made in the lives of others.