Pohlad Companies, a privately held, diverse portfolio of businesses spanning multiple industries and sectors, has named Erryn Williams as the new Chief Talent and Diversity Officer.
In this role, Williams will lead diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) strategy and key talent practices across the organisation; and report to Chief Human Resources Officer, Pamela Lampert. She will build upon current initiatives and priorities in partnership with the Pohlad Leadership team, business and human resource leaders, and employee DE&I councils.
“We are thrilled that Erryn has joined Pohlad Companies, bringing her considerable experience in talent acquisition, training and development; and her expertise in aligning DE&I and business goals,” stated Bert Colianni, Pohlad Companies’ Chief Executive Officer. “She will be a valuable partner as we strengthen the diversity, inclusivity and equity within our culture and workplace.”
Williams has more than 20 years of experience in human resources and DE&I roles in both public and private companies; including May Company, Target, Best Buy and Ryan Companies. Most recently, Williams led global DE&I strategy for Cargill. She currently also serves as a board member and chair of the Human Resources committee for Bridging. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in sociology from the University of California, Los Angeles.
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