July was another busy month for HR changes across the US, with 3,118 new senior appointments and 1,253 promotions. These moves create prime opportunities for HR solution providers to engage directly with decision-makers reassessing strategies, budgets, and vendor partnerships.

New HR Leaders Taking the Helm

Influential HR leaders stepping into key roles this month include:

• Komatsu Mining: Edie Hess, Senior Vice President Global Human Resources
• VCA Animal Hospitals: Kimberly Huffman, Vice President Talent, Learning & Culture
• Metropolis Technologies: Laura Wagner, VP, People Operations
• AAM - American Axle & Manufacturing: Renee McLeod, Vice President Human Resources
• Asurion: Michele Gruber, Vice President, Global Benefits
• SKB Cases: Dana Brooks, Vice President Human Resources
• R'Club Child Care: Jennifer Alexander, Chief Human Resources Officer
• Malibu Boats: Amanda Thompson, Chief Human Resources Officer
• Enviva: Jon Rickers, SVP & Chief Human Resources Officer
• LeMans Corporation: Amy Stalker, Vice President Human Resources
• Morris Group International: Mike Polis, Vice President Human Resources
• Hitachi: Vamsi Aavula, Vice President, Global Digital HR
• Versant Media: Jason Deane, Vice President, Payroll
• Gusto: Amelia Generalis, Chief People Officer
• Aretum: Bobby Frazitta, Vice President of People
• Richemont: Yuki Yang, Vice President, Talent
• Imagenet: Andrea Forino, Vice President Human Resources
• Dentsply Sirona: Kori McIntyre, Vice President Human Resources
• NBCUniversal: Kristina Brown, Vice President Human Resources
• Brookfield Zoo Chicago: Nichole Gladney, Senior Vice President of People & Culture
• Shake Shack: Jamie Griffin, Chief People Officer
• SoundCloud: Allie Shulman, VP, People & Culture
• Conair LLC: Amanda Hood, Vice President, Human Resources

These appointments indicate immediate engagement opportunities as leaders set new priorities and evaluate HR solutions.

Promotions Driving Strategic HR Agendas

Prominent HR promotions opening fresh opportunities include:

• Groupe Clarins: Amanda Brinkerhoff, Vice President, Human Resources
• The TJX Companies.: Brian Wahlgren, Vice President, HR Operations, Global Workday Lead
• The Bonadio Group: Cailee Medina, Vice President, Human Resources
• Burson: Colleen Ferrell, Group Chief People Officer, Americas
• UPMC: Craig Stambaugh, Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer
• King & Spalding: David Tetrick, Global Chief Human Resources Officer
• AbbVie: Demetris Crum, Executive Vice President, Chief Human Resources Officer
• Komatsu Mining: Edie Hess, Senior Vice President Global Human Resources
• Trader Joe's: Issac Chitica, Vice President Human Resources
• Tyson Foods: John Roller, Vice President Human Resources
• Oxy: Madelaine Pfahler, Vice President HR Operations
• Kiko Milano: Paul Crawford, Vice President Human Resources
• Warner Bros. Discovery: Stuart Mather, VP, People & Culture Services, GBS

Promotions signal expanded responsibilities and larger budgets, ideal for proposing new partnerships and solutions.

CEO Appointments Influencing HR Strategies

July’s CEO transitions highlight shifting HR priorities:

• Stellantis: Antonio Filosa, emphasizing regional growth and operational excellence.
• Indeed: Hisayuki Idekoba, advancing AI-driven global hiring strategies.
• Bitwise: Raman Sapra, driving growth via AI and data modernization.
• Procter & Gamble Specialty Beauty: John Brownlee, boosting digital and sustainable practices.
• Citroën: Xavier Chardon, focusing on EV innovation and enhanced customer experience.

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