Allison Thomas
About Allison Thomas
Allison Thomas is the Vice President of Human Resources, Global Supply Chain at General Mills, leading a workforce of 18,000 employees. She has a strong track record in transformation initiatives and is known for her innovative problem-solving and change leadership.
Current Role at General Mills
Allison Thomas is the Vice President of Human Resources for the Global Supply Chain at General Mills. In this capacity, she oversees a workforce of 18,000 employees. Promoted to this role in December 2022, she serves as a direct report to a C-suite leader and is driven by the mission to 'Serve the World by Making Food People Love.'
Previous Positions at General Mills
Before her current role, Allison Thomas served in multiple HR capacities at General Mills. Her recent roles include Vice President of Human Resources for Research & Development, Innovation (2021-2022), and Sr. HR Director, Mergers & Acquisitions Leader (2018-2021). She has also held positions such as HR Director, North America (2015-2018) and Senior HR Manager, North America in 2015.
Role at Charles Schwab
Allison Thomas began her career in Human Resources and Finance at Charles Schwab, where she worked from 2000 to 2004. During her four-year stint, she gained valuable experience that helped shape her future career in human resources.
Educational Background
Allison Thomas holds an MA-HRIR from the University of Minnesota's Carlson School of Management, achieved between 2004 and 2006. She also holds a BA in Business Administration with a concentration in Marketing from the University of Puget Sound, where she studied from 1996 to 2000. Her academic background provided a strong foundation for her career in human resources.
Track Record of Leadership and Transformation
Throughout her career, Allison Thomas has been recognized as an innovative problem solver and a champion for change. She has a strong track record of leading transformation initiatives within General Mills. Her extensive experience as an executive coach and trusted business partner underlines her capability to drive significant organizational changes effectively.