Tamara Kinsman Berry, Ccp, Prosci Adkar®
About Tamara Kinsman Berry, Ccp, Prosci Adkar®
Tamara Kinsman Berry, Ccp, Prosci Adkar®, is the Integration Lead for HR Shared Services and Programs at CIBC, with extensive experience in HR leadership roles at Sun Life Financial and Towers Perrin.
Current Role at CIBC
Tamara Kinsman Berry currently serves as the Integration Lead for HR Shared Services and Programs at CIBC. She has been in this role since 2021, based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Her responsibilities involve overseeing the integration of HR services and programs, focusing on improving efficiency and effectiveness within the HR department. Tamara's experience in human resources and technology aids her in driving these initiatives successfully.
Previous Roles at Sun Life Financial
Tamara Kinsman Berry has had a significant tenure at Sun Life Financial, holding various key positions. From 2018 to 2020, she was the Vice President of Employee Technology Experience (eX), focusing on enhancing the employee interaction with technology. Prior to that, from 2015 to 2018, she served as Vice President of Global Talent Acquisition and Process Optimization, where she streamlined global hiring processes. Between 2012 and 2015, she was the Vice President of Global HR Shared Services, managing HR support functions worldwide. From 2010 to 2012, she acted as AVP of HR Service Delivery. Initially, she was the Assistant Vice President from 2008 to 2010.
Experience at Towers Perrin
Before joining Sun Life Financial, Tamara Kinsman Berry worked at Towers Perrin as a Senior Consultant from 1992 to 2008. During her 16-year tenure, she contributed significantly to the firm, focusing on advancing HR services and consulting. Her experience in consulting provided her with a robust foundation in HR practices and strategic implementation, setting the stage for her subsequent leadership roles.
Educational Background
Tamara Kinsman Berry holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics and Mass Communication from York University, where she studied from 1987 to 1991. Her educational background combines economic theory with communication skills, providing her with a strong foundation for her career in human resources and organizational management.
Expertise in HR Programs
Tamara has extensive experience in designing and implementing HR programs across multiple areas, including Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), Talent Acquisition, and Total Rewards. Her expertise extends to leveraging Lean Management and technology to enhance employee experiences and drive team effectiveness. Tamara is skilled in developing metrics to support data-driven decision-making and in transforming HR teams while maintaining high engagement levels.