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Division Director, Human Resources Farm, Ranch and Ag Division

Blount International is a manufacturer and marketer of replacement parts, equipment, and accessories for the forestry, lawn, and garden; farm, ranch, and agriculture; and concrete cutting and finishing markets.

Human Resources Executive with demonstrated success translating global business strategy into HR initiatives creating measurable business results. Known as a strategic, influential leader with a penchant for building relationships and creating productive, collaborative team environments which foster the achievement of corporate and business unit/division goals. Strong record of accomplishment in organizational design/development, coaching for high performance, driving change and cultural transformation, accountability and sustainment. Excellent communication and team building skills coupled with strong business acumen. Specialties: Strategic Business Planning, Coaching & Development, Organizational Design/Development, Global Mergers, Acquisitions & Divestiture, Change Management, Cultural Integrations/Transformation/Alignment, Leadership Effectiveness, Succession Planning. Certifications: - Korn Ferry Assessment of Leadership Potential Facilitator - Korn Ferry/Lominger Voices - 360 Feedback Facilitator - Korn Ferry/Lominger Leadership Architect - Competency Based Tools -Korn Ferry/ Lominger Interview Architect - Competency Based Tools -HR Strategist, Human Capital Institute - Activity Vector Analyst