Francoise Caraguel
About Francoise Caraguel
Francoise Caraguel serves as the Chief People Officer at Blue Grace Logistics in Tampa, Florida, where she has worked since 2022. With over 20 years of experience in human resources across various industries and countries, she specializes in aligning HR strategies with business goals and is fluent in English, French, and Spanish.
Work at BlueGrace Logistics
Francoise Caraguel serves as the Chief People Officer at BlueGrace Logistics, a position she has held since 2022. Based in Tampa, Florida, she focuses on enhancing the company's human resources strategies to align with its business objectives. Her role involves overseeing HR service delivery models that aim to drive sustainable business outcomes. Caraguel's leadership is instrumental in fostering a culture that supports talent acquisition and management across the organization.
Previous Experience in Human Resources
Prior to her role at BlueGrace Logistics, Francoise Caraguel held several significant positions in human resources. She was the VP HR & Global Chief Talent Officer at CSM Bakery Solutions from 2014 to 2019. Before that, she served as EVP - Chief Human Resources Officer at TPx Communications from 2020 to 2022 and at PGi from 2019 to 2021. Her experience spans various industries, demonstrating her capability in managing HR functions in both public and private sectors.
Education and Expertise
Francoise Caraguel studied at INSEAD, where she focused on Business Administration and Management. She achieved a Mastering Business Agility in 2013. Her educational background complements her extensive professional experience, which includes over 20 years in various HR roles. Caraguel specializes in aligning HR strategies with company goals, showcasing her strong business acumen and expertise in human resources.
Multicultural Background and Language Skills
Francoise Caraguel possesses a rich multicultural background, having lived and worked in diverse international locations, including France, Guatemala, and Zimbabwe. She is trilingual, fluent in English, French, and Spanish, which enhances her capability in global talent acquisition and management. This linguistic proficiency supports her expertise in multi-cultural integration and global operational efficiency.
Achievements in Human Resources
Francoise Caraguel is recognized as an industry leader with a proven track record in building and developing HR service delivery models. Her experience includes leading HR organizations within highly matrixed and geographically dispersed companies. Caraguel's focus on process improvement and her broad experience in functional and technical aspects of HR contribute to her reputation as a skilled professional in the field.