An accomplished human resources leader who excels at building successful executive leadership teams and driving performance for growth-oriented organizations. Passionate about transforming human resources from a traditional, transactional function to a strategic business partner that supports the broader organizational vision.Serves as the Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer for Golden State Foods (GSF)—a $6B global company—leading all corporate HR functions, including organizational development, M&A integration, executive development, HR strategy, change leadership, and performance management. Serves on the Compensation and Structure Committee of GSF’s Board of Directors, and leads the Global Communications Function.Prior to joining GSF in 2016, served as CHRO and Vice President of various areas of HR at Ventura Foods, a $3B private company. Career includes several increasingly responsible human resources leadership positions at PepsiCo, including serving as Vice President of Organizational Capability and Diversity for The Pepsi Bottling Group. Earned a Ph.D. in Education with an Emphasis on Leadership from Chapman University, a master’s degree in Communication Management from USC, and a bachelor’s degree from the University of California at Santa Barbara. Also received an Executive Certificate in Leadership Coaching from Georgetown University, has obtained a Certification of Global Human Resources Professional from HRCI, and is a DDI Master Certified Trainer.