Tracey York
About Tracey York
Tracey York serves as the Executive Vice President of Human Resources for Health, Hygiene & Specialties at Berry Global, Inc., overseeing a global team of over 90 HR professionals. With a Master's degree in Industrial and Organizational Psychology, she has held various leadership roles in talent management and organizational development across multiple industries.
Current Role at Berry Global
Tracey York serves as the Executive Vice President of Human Resources for Health, Hygiene & Specialties at Berry Global, Inc. since 2022. In this role, she oversees a team of over 90 HR employees across the Americas, Europe, and Asia. York is responsible for leading HR functions for a division that employs 7,000 individuals across 43 global locations. She focuses on aligning strategic organizational goals with employee growth and engagement.
Previous Experience at Berry Global
Prior to her current position, Tracey York held several roles at Berry Global, Inc. She served as the Director of Global Talent Management and Internal Communications from 2014 to 2016. Later, she was the Vice President and Chief Talent Officer from 2016 to 2022. In these roles, she contributed to talent management strategies and internal communications initiatives within the organization.
Career Background in Retail and Training
Tracey York has extensive experience in the retail sector. She worked at Lowe's Home Improvement in various capacities, including Sr. Instructional Designer/Instructional Specialist from 2006 to 2011 and Manager of Talent Planning and Engagement from 2011 to 2012. Additionally, she held managerial positions at Neiman Marcus and Saks Fifth Avenue, where she focused on store management and training.
Education and Academic Background
Tracey York earned her Master’s Degree in Industrial and Organizational Psychology from Adler University, studying from 2013 to 2015. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts in History with a focus on Secondary Education from Campbell University, which she completed from 1987 to 1991. Her educational background supports her expertise in human resources and organizational development.
Leadership and Strategic Focus
In her leadership role, Tracey York serves as a trusted advisor on talent decisions to the CEO, CHRO, and other C-Suite leaders. She emphasizes building a culture of continuous learning, growth, and inclusiveness within the organization. Her strategic focus aims to enhance employee engagement and align workforce capabilities with organizational objectives.