Chris Rouser (Head Of Hr, North America)
About Chris Rouser (Head Of Hr, North America)
Chris Rouser serves as the Vice President of Human Resources for Inspire Company Restaurants, part of Inspire Brands. With extensive experience in human resources across various organizations, Rouser specializes in executive compensation, labor relations, and diversity initiatives.
Work at Inspire
Chris Rouser serves as the Vice President of Human Resources for Inspire Company Restaurants, a division of Inspire Brands, since 2023. In this role, he leads the HR function for one of the largest restaurant organizations in the United States. His responsibilities include overseeing HR strategies that support a workforce of over 650,000 employees and contribute to the company's $31 billion in global sales. Rouser actively champions diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives within the organization, reflecting his commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace culture.
Previous Experience at Comcast
Prior to joining Inspire, Chris Rouser held multiple roles at Comcast. He served as the Vice President of Human Resources and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Champion from 2020 to 2022. He also worked as a Senior Vice President of Human Resources for 10 months in 2022-2023 and as a Senior Director of Human Resources in the Northeast Division from 2019 to 2020. His tenure at Comcast included a focus on strategic HR management and talent development.
Career Background in Human Resources
Chris Rouser has a diverse background in human resources, with previous positions at Verizon and Advanced Technology Services. At Verizon, he worked as a Global Senior Human Resources Business Partner and as Manager of Global Talent Acquisition. His experience at Advanced Technology Services included serving as Director of Global Talent Acquisition. This extensive experience has equipped him with expertise in executive compensation, labor relations, strategic planning, and change management.
Educational Qualifications
Chris Rouser holds an MBA from Towson University and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Baltimore. Additionally, he earned a Certificate in HR Management and Analytics from The Wharton School in 2020. His educational background supports his professional expertise in human resources and management.
Advisory Role at Airvet
In 2023, Chris Rouser joined Airvet as an Advisory Board Member. Airvet is a telehealth platform for pets, and Rouser's involvement highlights his interest in innovative healthcare solutions. This role complements his extensive experience in human resources and reflects his commitment to contributing to diverse sectors.