James Dunworth
About James Dunworth
James Dunworth serves as the Vice President of Human Resources at Krispy Kreme, where he has worked since 2020. He has extensive experience in HR roles across various companies, including Lowe's and McDonald's, and focuses on developing people strategies to support business objectives.
Current Role at Krispy Kreme
James Dunworth serves as the Vice President of Human Resources at Krispy Kreme, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he acts as a strategic HR partner to the President of the US & Canada. He leads the HR Business Partner team and is responsible for developing people strategies that align with business strategies for both retail and wholesale segments. His focus includes coaching and developing leaders across all corporate and operational business segments.
Previous Experience at Krispy Kreme
Prior to his current role, James Dunworth worked at Krispy Kreme as the Senior Director of HR Business Partner from 2018 to 2020. During this time, he was instrumental in developing a team of HR generalists to collaborate with business leaders. His contributions included designing and delivering organizational changes to meet evolving business priorities.
Experience at Lowe's Companies, Inc.
James Dunworth held multiple roles at Lowe's Companies, Inc. He served as a Senior HR Business Partner from 2016 to 2018 and as a Human Resources Manager from 2015 to 2016, both in Mooresville, North Carolina. His experience at Lowe's contributed to his expertise in human resources management and strategic partnership within the retail sector.
Background with McDonald's Corporation
James Dunworth has extensive experience with McDonald's Corporation, where he worked in various HR roles from 2008 to 2015. His positions included HR Specialist, HR Consultant, and Project Coordinator. He developed a strong foundation in human resources practices, which he later applied in his roles at Lowe's and Krispy Kreme.
Education and Expertise
James Dunworth earned a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Benedictine University, where he studied from 2004 to 2006. His educational background supports his expertise in human resources, particularly in understanding employee behavior and organizational dynamics.