Jill Swenson Van Fossan
About Jill Swenson Van Fossan
Jill Swenson Van Fossan is the Vice President of Human Resources for BSC Global Peripheral Interventions at Boston Scientific, with extensive experience in HR management and talent development.
Current Role at Boston Scientific
Jill Swenson Van Fossan currently holds the position of Vice President of Human Resources for BSC Global Peripheral Interventions at Boston Scientific. She has been in this role since 2016, steering HR strategies to optimize organizational effectiveness. Her focus includes partnering with senior leaders to enhance talent development, recruitment, and retention.
Previous Roles at Boston Scientific
Jill Swenson Van Fossan has held various significant roles at Boston Scientific. From 2013 to 2016, she served as Sr. Director of Human Resources for Global Peripheral Interventions. Prior to that, she was Director of Human Resources for Interventional Cardiology, CRV Marketing, and CRV New Product Development from 2007 to 2013. Further back, she was the Director of Talent Acquisition from 2000 to 2007, HR Manager from 1998 to 2000, and Compensation, Benefit Design, & HRIS Manager from 1994 to 1998.
Career at Baxter Healthcare
Before joining Boston Scientific, Jill Swenson Van Fossan worked as an HR Manager for Baxter Healthcare's Hospital Supply Division from 1992 to 1994. Her responsibilities spanned multiple regions including Atlanta, Nashville, Birmingham, Tampa, and Miami. During her tenure, she focused on HR management and logistics for the Southeast division.
Educational Background
Jill Swenson Van Fossan has an extensive educational background. She obtained her B.A. in English, Economics, and American Studies from St. Olaf College and an M.A. in Human Resources/Industrial Relations from the University of Minnesota's Carlson School of Management. She also undertook executive programs at the Carlson School of Management, such as the Executive Strategy Program in 2006, and participated in the Executive Development Mentoring Program at Menttium in 2008.
Certifications and Additional Studies
Jill Swenson Van Fossan has earned a variety of certifications which include but are not limited to MBTI certification, International Coaching Certification (ICF), and Hogan Assessments Certification. She also studied at the University of Oslo, focusing on Comparative Healthcare Economics, which adds a global perspective to her HR expertise.
Expertise in HR Systems and Total Rewards
Jill Swenson Van Fossan has extensive experience in managing HR systems and leveraging Total Rewards to enhance workplace performance. She played significant roles in multiple acquisitions and integrations, emphasizing senior leadership and cultural integration. Her expertise spans organizational design, succession planning, and people development.