Capita’s new boss Jonathan Lewis has appointed a former colleague from Amec Foster Wheeler as the struggling outsourcer’s new chief people officer. Will Serle will join Capita next month in the newly established role as part of Capita’s ongoing transformation plan. The company announced in January that it planned to raise £700m and scrapped its dividend in order to avoid collapse, sending its share price plummeting to 20-year lows. Mr Serle will be responsible for overseeing the existing staff team, as well as “managing the company’s resourcing strategy,” Capita said, although this was not expected to include any immediate redundancies. “While this is obviously a period of significant change within the company, a major part of my role will be to ensure the right resources are in place to deliver Capita back to a position of strength,” Mr Serle said. He previously led the human resources team at Amec Foster Wheeler, where he … [Read more...] about Capita appoints new chief people officer as turnaround plan gathers pace
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Gov. Mark Dayton appoints Brigadier Gen. Johanna Clyborne new chief information officer
Gov. Mark Dayton appointed a top officer of the Minnesota National Guard on Wednesday to become the state's chief information officer, taking over the beleaguered technology agency that serves state government. Brig. Gen. Johanna Clyborne, currently director of the joint staff of the Minnesota National Guard, will become commissioner of Minnesota IT Services, known as MN.IT, while maintaining her role in the Guard. In appointing Clyborne, Dayton looks to a military commander with significant leadership experience to turn around an agency facing public and legislative scrutiny over the failed rollout of a new driver's licensing and registration system that is 10 years and $93 million in the making. Clyborne will likely enjoy stature from lawmakers incensed by the troubled licensing system, given her distinguished military career, which includes a Bronze Star. "I will not let you down," Clyborne said at a news conference with Dayton. "And most importantly, I won't let the people of … [Read more...] about Gov. Mark Dayton appoints Brigadier Gen. Johanna Clyborne new chief information officer
HealthPartners names new chief financial officer
Changes continue at the top of HealthPartners with the health system and insurance company announcing this week the hiring of a new chief financial officer. Todd Hofheins most recently was CFO at Providence Health & Services, a health system in the Pacific Northwest that in 2016 merged with a California-based group to create one of the largest nonprofit health systems in the country. Dave Dziuk, the longtime chief financial officer at HealthPartners, and chief administrative officer Kathy Cooney are both planning to retire this year — after 33 years and 32 years, respectively, at the Bloomington-based nonprofit. "We are excited to have Todd join our organization," said HealthPartners chief executive Andrea Walsh in a statement. "He brings an impressive record of success from other organizations, and his leadership will be instrumental in advancing our efforts to improve the health and well-being our members, patients and the community." HealthPartners includes one of the … [Read more...] about HealthPartners names new chief financial officer
First Midwest names Carroll chief HR officer
Itasca-based First Midwest Bancorp and First Midwest Bank has appointed Kathleen S. Carroll as executive vice president and chief human resources officer. She will be responsible for all aspects of First Midwest's people activities, including recruiting, talent management, organizational development and total rewards to support First Midwest's operations and continued growth. Carroll has over 25 years of multifunctional experience in human resources, strategy, corporate development and finance within several industries and diverse business models. Prior to joining First Midwest, she held various leadership positions of increasing responsibility at Aon Corporation, most recently as global head of talent acquisition and HR lead for M&A. Carroll previously served in management positions with the telecommunications firm Sprint, and began her career in consulting and accounting at PricewaterhouseCoopers. Carroll holds a master of management degree from Northwestern University's … [Read more...] about First Midwest names Carroll chief HR officer
Uber hires chief diversity officer, the third but most senior person to lead those efforts
SAN FRANCISCO — Uber has hired its first chief diversity and inclusion officer, Bo Young Lee, following through on one of the recommendations from an inquiry led by former attorney general Eric H. Holder Jr. into the troubled culture at the ride-hailing company.The hire of Lee, who was the global diversity and inclusion officer at risk advisory and insurance brokerage company Marsh, is the latest under new CEO Dara Khosrowshahi, who has been tasked with overhauling the company rocked by last year's blog post on sexism and sexual harassment from former software engineer Susan Fowler.Lee is the third person to lead diversity efforts at Uber, whose scattered approach has trailed the major tech companies."As I was interviewing for this role, it became very clear that Uber is taking their cultural transformation seriously and truly wants to create a culture where every single person feels proud and heard," Lee said in a statement. "There’s much more work to be done, … [Read more...] about Uber hires chief diversity officer, the third but most senior person to lead those efforts
5 Lessons You Can Learn from Uber Chief Brand Officer Bozoma Saint John
Saint John is a great example for entrepreneurs and business leaders. Victoria Howes Published 10:30 am, Wednesday, January 10, 2018 Photo: Noam Galai | Getty Images Image 1of/1 CaptionClose Image 1 of 1 Photo: Noam Galai | Getty Images 5 Lessons You Can Learn from Uber Chief Brand Officer Bozoma Saint John 1 / 1 Back to Gallery Struggle can mold a person, but how that mold is shaped is up to the person being affected by the struggle. If you really put struggle to good use, you can end up soaring through the ranks at any company, just like Uber Chief Brand Officer Bozoma Saint John. Born in Connecticut and raised in Kenya, Saint John graduated from Wesleyan University, and on a whim, moved to New York. After spending a bit of time without a job, Saint John was directed to a temp agency that eventually landed … [Read more...] about 5 Lessons You Can Learn from Uber Chief Brand Officer Bozoma Saint John
Dogfish Head names new president, chief operating officer
Dogfish Head Craft Brewery has named a new president and chief operating officer.George Pastrana has been selected to fill the roles, according to a release."George has impressed us every step of the way with his integrity, people-first, products-second leadership philosophy, sound experience at high level strategic planning, and his recognition that innovation and brand distinction are at the heart of every successful entrepreneurial company's raison d'etre,” said Sam Calagione, founder and CEO of Dogfish Head, in a release.“These very same priorities have driven me and my coworkers since we opened Dogfish Head as the smallest commercial brewery in the country in 1995," he said. "We have come a long way and we are very excited George is now joining us on our journey, as the leader of Dogfish Head's leaders.”Pastrana comes to Dogfish Head after working at ACH Food Companies, where he spent six years as chief marketing officer and vice president of marketing and … [Read more...] about Dogfish Head names new president, chief operating officer
Vikings’ chief operating officer knows no limits
The car jumped the curb and smashed into his bicycle, sending Kevin Warren flying over concrete. He landed on the only nearby patch of grass, saving his life but not his femur. At 11, Warren found himself in a body cast, his parents calling him their "house plant." His muscles atrophied and his doctor warned him he might never walk again. Warren asked one question: "What will give me the best chance of recovering?" "Swimming," the doctor said. On the ride home from the hospital, Warren mulled the $30,000 settlement he would win from the driver of the car that hit him. He told his parents he wanted a pool. "My parents couldn't afford a pool, and I knew that," Warren said. "So I told them I'd pay for it." Warren built an in-ground pool and swam laps at all hours, building the muscle that would make him an athlete and the resolve that would make him a pioneer. In February, U.S. Bank Stadium will host Super Bowl LII. In August, Vikings training camp will move to a new complex in Eagan. … [Read more...] about Vikings’ chief operating officer knows no limits
King of Pops in search of chief ‘poperating’ officer
If you came across chief ‘poperating’ officer while skimming LinkedIn, that was not a typo. The team behind King of Pops, one of Atlanta’s coolest treats, is looking for a chief operating officer who gets the frozen treat company’s laid-back, community-centered culture. Read: Candidates who love suits need not apply. “I mean we work in T-shirt’s every day, so I don’t envision a person showing up in a suit,” King of Pops co-founder Steven Carse told the AJC. “We obviously have a unique culture and don’t take ourselves too seriously. ... We want to keep the focus on the people, not just making more dollars.” After a successful eight-year run as the chief management team, Carse and his brother, co-founder Nick Carse, want to enlist someone who has “significantly more experience” than the two of them. The top skill sets would be professional development, management/organizational and food … [Read more...] about King of Pops in search of chief ‘poperating’ officer
How to go from beer delivery guy to Chief Brewery Officer at Harpoon
In 1986, Harpoon Brewery became the first company to obtain a permit to manufacture and sell alcohol within the Commonwealth of Massachusetts in more than 25 years. By 2013, Harpoon was the twelfth largest craft brewery and the nineteenth largest overall brewery in the United States. In addition to a number of quality beers - including its well-known Harpoon India Pale Ale, but also its seasonal beers, Boston-only varieties, and an award-winning Harpoon Dark - the brand is also known to host festivals and charity-themed events.To learn more about Harpoon Brewery, I spoke with Al Marzi, the company's Chief Brewing Office. Having spent over 25 years with Harpoon, Marzi started as a delivery deliver in 1991, steadily working his way up the company ladder. Marzi has tried his hand at every aspect of the company - from brewing to sales - and is quick to advocate for each of the brewery's suds. He also opened up about what is ahead for the Boston-based brewery.The Daily Meal: What got you … [Read more...] about How to go from beer delivery guy to Chief Brewery Officer at Harpoon