David Allegood
About David Allegood
David Allegood serves as the Vice President of Total Rewards at Kennametal, where he has worked since 2020. He has extensive experience in executive compensation and benefits, having held leadership roles at various Fortune 500 companies and global HR consulting firms.
Work at Kennametal
David Allegood serves as the Vice President of Total Rewards at Kennametal, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the company's compensation and benefits strategies. His leadership focuses on aligning total rewards with organizational goals and employee engagement. Allegood's extensive background in compensation management supports his efforts to enhance the company's offerings to attract and retain talent.
Previous Experience in Compensation Management
Before joining Kennametal, David Allegood held several key positions in compensation management across various organizations. He worked at United States Steel Corporation as Senior Director of Executive Compensation & Program Strategy from 2019 to 2020. Prior to that, he served as Director of Global Compensation at Jabil from 2012 to 2015 and as Director of Executive Compensation at Jabil from 2009 to 2012. His tenure at these companies contributed to his expertise in executive compensation and program strategy.
Education and Expertise
David Allegood earned a Bachelor of Science in Industrial & Systems Engineering from the University of Florida. He further advanced his education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Georgia's Terry College of Business. His academic background complements his extensive experience in compensation and benefits, including board remuneration, deferred compensation, and regulatory compliance.
Industry Speaking Engagements
David Allegood has been a featured speaker at several prominent industry conferences, including World at Work, Global Equity Organization, and Equilar. His participation in these events highlights his knowledge and influence in the field of compensation and benefits. Through these speaking engagements, he shares insights and best practices with industry peers.
Experience with Fortune 500 Companies
David Allegood has extensive experience managing global teams within Fortune 500 companies and global HR consulting firms. His career includes significant roles at CB&I, Hay Group, Novelis, and Mercer, where he developed expertise in handling acquisition and divestiture transactions as well as SEC filings. This experience has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of the complexities involved in executive compensation.