Tom Duenow
About Tom Duenow
Tom Duenow serves as the Human Resources Director at Cogitativo in Berkeley, California, and is a co-founder of Transitions In Nature in Red Wing, Minnesota. With extensive experience in human resources across various industries, he specializes in aligning team goals with organizational objectives and enhancing organizational effectiveness.
Work at Cogitativo
Tom Duenow serves as the Human Resources Director at Cogitativo, a position he has held since 2022. Located in Berkeley, California, he focuses on enhancing organizational effectiveness and aligning team goals with the company's objectives. His role involves utilizing his extensive HR expertise to foster innovative solutions and optimize team performance.
Co-Founder of Transitions In Nature
In addition to his role at Cogitativo, Tom Duenow is a Co-Founder of Transitions In Nature, a position he has held since 2020. Based in Red Wing, Minnesota, this initiative reflects his commitment to improving access to and outcomes in the US healthcare system. His experience in developing HR programs plays a crucial role in the organization's mission.
Previous Experience in Human Resources
Tom Duenow has a diverse background in human resources, having worked in various capacities across multiple organizations. He was the Director of Human Resources at SUPERVALU from 2009 to 2014, and prior to that, he served as a Human Resources Business Partner at LSI Logic and Veritas Technologies LLC. His experience includes roles at Digital River and Deloitte Consulting, where he contributed to enhancing organizational effectiveness.
Education and Expertise
Tom Duenow holds a Master of Arts in Human Resources and Industrial Relations from the University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Management. He also earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Government from Saint John's University. His educational background supports his expertise in aligning team goals with organizational objectives and improving leadership capabilities.
Track Record in Organizational Effectiveness
Tom Duenow has a proven track record in enhancing organizational effectiveness across various industries, including technology, retail, and consulting. He specializes in utilizing intuition, business acumen, and interpersonal skills to uncover hidden issues and drive competitive advantage. His experience spans startups to large corporations, demonstrating his ability to adapt HR strategies to different organizational sizes.