Julie F Parker Email Address

Vice President People and Culture

SVP Worldwide is the global leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of consumer and artisan sewing machines and accessories. The group was united in February 2006 when American equity firm Kohlberg & Company| owner of the Singer brand, acquired Swedish VSM Group| the parent company of the Husqvarna Viking and Pfaff brands. Today, management of the SVP Worldwide is divided between the U.S. and Sweden. Singer, founded in 1851, is one of world's leading sellers of household sewing machines, with manufacturing facilities in Brazil and China, 10 overseas marketing operations and a network of third-party distributors selling products in more than 190 different countries. VSM is the leader in the premium segments of its industry, with manufacturing facilities in Sweden, 16 sales companies and distributors in 57 countries with the world's largest dealer network consisting of some 4,100 sales-points. Our goal is to provide our distributors, customers, and consumers with industry leading products, education, and standards of service. As a group, we are better positioned to respond to the needs of consumers worldwide. Read more about Kohlberg at www.kohlberg.com/aboutfs.html.

• A job fills your pocket, an adventure fills your soul and I'm very grateful to wake up each morning to surround myself with those who have Hustle & Heart and just down right know how to have FUN! • I'm privileged to be leading one of the best high performing TA teams I've ever experienced! Building effective teams, maximizing potential, championing well being, valuing uniqueness & showcasing vulnerable leadership are at my core. • I like to say that Mars is quite the hidden secret and when you join our family, you'll never want to leave :) We work for purpose. Check out our opportunities www.mars.com • Mars is a privately held, family owned business with over 12 billion dollar brands, 70,000+ associates. • Specialties: Business Partnership, Talent Acquisition, Strategy & Org Health, 6B Talent Model, Engagement & High Performing Teams/Collaboration, Crucial Conversations, Performance Development Proces Management, Capability Assessments, Development Plan Growth, Certified Behavioral Based Interviewer - Interviewing, Development of Attraction Templates, On-boarding & Orientation Experiences and Capability Bootcamps, Branding, Event Planning, Promotions