Sarah Bates
About Sarah Bates
Sarah Bates serves as the Senior HR Manager for the USA and Canada at Brown-Forman, a position she has held since 2021. With a background in wellness and employee experience, she has worked in various roles within the company since 2004.
Current Role at Brown-Forman
Sarah Bates serves as the Senior HR Manager for the USA and Canada at Brown-Forman, a position she has held since 2021. Based in Louisville, Kentucky, she oversees human resources functions and strategies for the company's operations in these regions. Her role involves managing HR initiatives that align with organizational goals and enhance employee engagement.
Previous Positions at Brown-Forman
Prior to her current role, Sarah Bates held several positions at Brown-Forman. She worked as a Senior Wellness Specialist from 2013 to 2015, focusing on employee wellness programs. She also served as the Global Wellness Manager for 10 months in 2015-2016. Additionally, she was the Employee Experience Program Specialist from 2007 to 2013 and the HR Communications Specialist from 2004 to 2007, contributing to various HR initiatives throughout her tenure.
Early Career Experience
Sarah Bates began her career as a Clerk/Writer at The Courier-Journal from 1999 to 2001. This role provided her with foundational skills in writing and communication, which she later applied in her HR career. Her early experiences contributed to her development in managing employee communications and engagement.
Education and Academic Background
Sarah Bates earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in English from Centre College, where she studied from 1995 to 1999. Additionally, she participated in the English Speaking Union of Kentucky Summer Program at Oxford University in 1999. This academic background has supported her career in human resources and communications.