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The Increasing Importance of HR as a Driver of Transformation & Engagement

April 9, 2025

With over 20 years of experience, Dr. Gerrit Spengler is known for his work as an expert in the fields of human resources, organization design, strategy & transformation, and general management. Gerrit has worked for 14 years within Volkswagen Group and presently serves as Chief Human Resources Officer for Volkswagen Group of America & Volkswagen North American Region. Over his career, his work has taken him across three countries (Germany, Russia, United States). Prior to his current role, he served as CEO and General Director for Volkswagen Group Russia. He has also held HR leadership positions at both Volkswagen Group Russia and Volkswagen AG. Before joining Volkswagen, he worked for BMW, Mercer, Oliver Wyman, and MAN Truck & Bus. Gerrit holds a Ph.D. in Business Administration – Organization & Strategy from Technische Universität Chemnitz and a M.S. in Business Administration from Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München.

HUMAN RESOURCES, VIDEO, HUMAN RESOURCES

Transforming into a Learning Organization

April 9, 2025

As the Senior Vice President of Human Resources at Coca-Cola Consolidated, the largest Coca-Cola bottler in the US, I lead the HR strategy and operations for over 17,000 associates across 14 states. I have over 20 years of experience in the Coca-Cola system, spanning sales, operations, and HR roles.

My core competencies include people management and development. strategic thinking, price package architecture, sales and operations. I am passionate about developing and empowering talent, fostering a culture of excellence and diversity, and delivering value to our customers and stakeholders. Some of my achievements include leading the HR integration of multiple acquisitions, creating and implementing a new performance management system, and winning the Top Women in Grocery award in 2016.

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Doing More with Less: The Challenges Non-Profits Face and Address Utilizing Best Practices — A Conversation with Mandy Jacomet of NeighborWorks Toledo Region

April 8, 2025

Mandy is the Chief Financial Officer for NeighborWorks Toledo Region located in Northwest, Ohio. NeighborWorks Toledo Region is a chartered member of NeighborWorks America focusing on community development initiatives by providing financial education, promoting homeownership, developing affordable housing, and performing Weatherization services for those who qualify in order to reduce energy costs, promote self-sufficiency, and improve the lives of individuals in our communities.
Mandy has 25+ years of financial and managerial accounting experience in a variety of industries including manufacturing, construction, information technology, higher education and client services. She holds her MBA in Organizational Leadership and Development from Tiffin University and a Bachelor’s in Financial Accounting from the University of Findlay. Additionally, she is a licensed Mortgage Lending Officer and a HUD Certified Housing Counselor.

HUMAN RESOURCES, VIDEO, HUMAN RESOURCES

Navigating the Culture Journey: From Winding Roads to Construction Detours and Way Points

December 18, 2023

As Chief People & Organization (P&O) Officer of Novartis, Rob Kowalski leads the company’s strategy to unleash the power of its people and ensure it has the diverse talent, skills and organizational capabilities to deliver on its long-term priorities and purpose as a focused medicines company.

Rob is passionate about fostering an Inspired, Curious and Unbossed culture that drives innovation and performance, and ultimately impacts how Novartis reimagines medicine for patients. Since taking his current position in 2021, he has played an instrumental role in implementing a new structure and operating model designed to support the company’s next phase of innovation and growth.

Culture Transformation

The Increasing Importance of HR as a Driver of Transformation & Engagement

Transforming into a Learning Organization

Doing More with Less: The Challenges Non-Profits Face and Address Utilizing Best Practices — A Conversation with Mandy Jacomet of NeighborWorks Toledo Region

Navigating the Culture Journey: From Winding Roads to Construction Detours and Way Points

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