Amy Bass Messersmith
About Amy Bass Messersmith
Amy Bass Messersmith serves as the Chief People Officer at Builders FirstSource, bringing extensive experience in human resources and organizational culture. She has held leadership roles at several major companies, including Yum! Brands, PepsiCo, and TDIndustries, and is a certified executive coach focused on leader development.
Current Role at Builders FirstSource
Amy Bass Messersmith serves as the Chief People Officer at Builders FirstSource, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she focuses on enhancing organizational culture and employee engagement. Her leadership emphasizes the connection between team member experience and customer satisfaction, advocating for a workplace that prioritizes the well-being of its employees.
Previous Experience in Human Resources
Prior to her current role, Messersmith held several key positions in human resources. She was the Chief People Officer at TDIndustries, Inc. from 2017 to 2018, and served as the Chief People Officer for Pizza Hut US at Yum! Brands from 2014 to 2017. Additionally, she worked as a Senior Director of Human Resources at PepsiCo from 2010 to 2014, where she contributed to HR strategy and leadership development.
Education and Expertise
Messersmith earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree in Management and Human Resources from Texas A&M University, where she studied from 1992 to 1996. She is a certified executive coach, specializing in leader development and transformational change. Her expertise includes executive succession planning and fostering organizational culture.
Professional Contributions and Media Appearances
Messersmith has shared her insights on leadership and workplace culture through various media platforms. She appeared on the Women Talk Construction Podcast, discussing communication, diversity, and technology in the industry. Additionally, she was profiled in HBSDealer as part of their Top Women in Hardware & Building Supply event, highlighting her influence in the field.
Early Career Development
Messersmith began her career as a Consultant at Accenture Consulting from 1997 to 1998. This foundational experience in consulting provided her with a strong understanding of business operations and strategic planning, which she later applied in her human resources roles across multiple organizations.