Shawn Zimmerman
About Shawn Zimmerman
Shawn Zimmerman serves as the Chief People Officer at Beauty Industry Group, bringing extensive experience in human resources from previous roles at major companies such as Bristol-Myers Squibb and The Hershey Company.
Work at Beauty Industry Group
Shawn Zimmerman currently serves as the Chief People Officer at Beauty Industry Group, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he focuses on enhancing employee engagement and organizational culture within the company. His leadership is aimed at fostering a positive work environment and implementing effective human resources strategies to support the company's growth in the beauty industry.
Previous Experience in Human Resources
Shawn Zimmerman has extensive experience in human resources across various industries. He worked at Bristol-Myers Squibb in several roles, including Sr. Director of Human Resources for the Intercontinental Region and Executive Director for Canada, Japan & the Pacific Rim. His tenure at The Hershey Company included positions as Vice President of Global Talent & Organization Capability and Vice President of Global HR. Additionally, he served as Vice President of HR at Cardinal Health and held leadership positions at Kellogg Company and CDI Corporation.
Education and Expertise
Shawn Zimmerman earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Bowling Green State University, where he also studied Labor Relations. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Public Administration (MPA) with a focus on Labor and Industrial Relations, Economics, and City Management. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in human resources and organizational development.
Achievements in Human Resources
Throughout his career, Shawn Zimmerman has developed and implemented various initiatives to enhance workforce connectivity and employee engagement. He led multiple global HR function transformations and organization redesigns to improve operational efficiencies. Notably, he implemented a Global Talent Scorecard to aid executive succession planning and foster leadership development. His efforts have also included advancing human capital analytics and promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion within organizations.
Leadership in Culture Change Initiatives
Shawn Zimmerman has led several enterprise-wide culture change initiatives aimed at improving leadership behaviors and performance motivation. His focus on leadership development has been integral to enhancing organizational culture and employee satisfaction. He has actively worked on initiatives that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion, ensuring that these values are embedded within the organizations he has served.