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Vice President Human Resources

Ballard Power is the leading global provider of innovative clean energy fuel cell solutions that offer superior performance at a reduced operating cost.

Senior HR leader, with a passion for developing extraordinary corporate cultures and HR practices that drive employee engagement and support organizations in achieving the business strategy. Few people are as fortunate as I am to get up every morning and go to a job that inspires and motivates them! For the last 20 years, I have moved into progressively more senior HR roles in technology firms. Today, I am the Manager of Human Resources at Ballard Power Systems. I am energized from working with smart people in an industry that is continuously innovating. I like working in organizations that are moving quickly, “like shifting sand”, and where I can contribute to the financial success of the firm by finding the right individuals that enable the company to continue to grow and succeed. It is important to have a good product, and it is equally as important to surround yourself with a team that works together to create the “best of the best”. At Ballard we continuously focus on creating this culture. What do I like about HR? I like the variety I have within my day to day job, including coaching staff and leaders. As part of my role I develop professional and personal career plans, create and implement local and international recruitment strategies, develop and implement training initiatives, reorganization and merger integration. To further enhance my skills: I recently completed my MA in Organizational Development and Leadership with a focus on coaching. I am on the Steering Committee of the HR Tech Group, an association made up of like-minded HR professionals in the technology industry who believe in the power of shared knowledge to grow the BC technology industry as a whole. Specialties: HR Strategy Development & Implementation| Leadership Development & Coaching| Compensation & Benefits | Recruiting| Immigration & Relocation| Performance Management | Talent Management & Succession Planning | Mentoring| Orientation & Onboarding