Woman of the Week ~ Hayley Knick

Here at Executive Elements, we like to feature fantastic women we think you should know. Some of these women are clients, some are friends, some are women we’ve only just met. But they all have this in common: they are dynamic, interesting women who have agreed to share with us their insights and secrets to success.

My Name: Hayley Knick

My Current Job/Company: Audit Group Manager- Internal Audit/ Huntington Bancshares Inc.

My Work:  I work with business partners in the Finance, Accounting, Risk, and HR business segments within my organization to evaluate established controls, policies, and procedures. I improve the effectiveness of business processes by identifying opportunities for enhancement and/ or instances of noncompliance. I embrace change and adaptability and believe continued reflection of current practices for enhancement opportunities are important in mitigating risks and overall success.

My Passion:  My family and friends. The Arts (musical theater, photography, museums, etc.).

My Family: Jeffrey (Husband), Miles (Son, age 3), Morgan (Son, age 1)

My Hero or Heroes: My parents (married almost 40 years; endlessly supportive); My dad (earned success through his dedication and hard work); working mothers (it’s not easy to juggle family and a successful career and I look up to those who have found the balance).

My Escape: Scrapbooking; Watching TV/ Netflix after the kids are in bed; Family vacations.

My Pet Peeve: Negative people; People who don’t execute basic manners such as holding the door open for someone behind you; Cell phones at the dinner table.

My Indulgence: Salty junk food.

My Roots: Happy childhood. Loving Parents. Extended family get-togethers. Opportunities. Taught the value of hard work and integrity.

My Future: Busy and exhausting but rewarding. Full of laughter.

My Favorite Quote:  “Walk to the beat of your own tuba.” “When babies take their first step and then fall on their bottoms, we praise the first step. We don’t criticize their fall… I think we adults could learn a lesson here… we spend more time criticizing our falls and not enough time applauding our small steps.”

My Accessory: Blazers; Bold colors/ prints.

My Advice to Young Women: Have the confidence to be yourself; Don’t be afraid to stand-out or be different; Be a leader.

How I Balance it All: Stay in the moment (when at work, focus on work; when at home, be present at home). Prioritize by using ‘to-do lists’ and calendars; Remain positive and optimistic.