Toni Johnson De Smet, Sphr
About Toni Johnson De Smet, Sphr
Toni Johnson De Smet serves as the Vice President of Worldwide Human Resources at Mackay Communications, Inc., where she leads global talent management and HR strategy across 50 locations in 15 countries. With a background in accounting and design, she has over 16 years of experience in HR leadership and compliance.
Work at Mackay Communications
Toni Johnson De Smet serves as the Vice President of Worldwide Human Resources at Mackay Communications, Inc. since 2008. In this role, she drives the talent management strategy aimed at attracting, retaining, and developing talent on a global scale. She oversees HR leadership across 50 locations in 15 countries, including regions in the Americas, Europe, and Asia. Her responsibilities include ensuring compliance with local and domestic laws regarding HR practices and managing global employee training, career paths, and performance evaluations.
Education and Expertise
Toni Johnson De Smet holds an Associate's degree in Accounting from Hardbarger's College, where she studied from 1978 to 1980. She furthered her education at Meredith College, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Design from 1999 to 2001. Her educational background supports her expertise in human resources, particularly in talent management and compliance with employment laws.
Background
Before her tenure at Mackay Communications, Toni worked as a staff accountant for payroll at Rex Healthcare in Raleigh, North Carolina, from 1988 to 1998. This experience provided her with a solid foundation in financial management and payroll operations, which she has applied in her current HR leadership role.
Achievements
In her role as Vice President of Worldwide Human Resources, Toni Johnson De Smet is responsible for designing and administering compensation and benefits for all domestic and foreign locations. She also advises the CEO and management team on international human resources policies and practices, contributing to the strategic direction of the company's global HR initiatives.