Barbara Bell Dees
About Barbara Bell Dees
Barbara Bell Dees is the VP of Human Resources & People Services at NASCO and serves as the EVP of Member Relations at SHRM-Atlanta.
Current Title and Positions
Barbara Bell Dees holds the position of VP Human Resources & People Services at NASCO in Atlanta, Georgia. In addition to this role, she actively serves as the Executive Vice President of Member Relations at SHRM-Atlanta, focusing on recruiting, onboarding, and retaining members. Since March 2017, she has balanced these responsibilities, showcasing her expertise in human resources and member engagement.
Education Background
Barbara Bell Dees studied Business at Dekalb Community College, where she attended from 1978 to 1979. This educational foundation has supported her extensive career in human resources, contributing to her strategic capabilities and industry knowledge.
Professional Experience at NASCO
In her role as VP Human Resources & People Services at NASCO, Barbara Bell Dees oversees the human resources functions, leveraging her experience to drive employee engagement, development, and overall HR strategy. NASCO is based in Atlanta, Georgia, where she orchestrates various HR initiatives aligned with the company's objectives.
Previous Roles in Human Resources
Barbara Bell Dees has held several significant positions in human resources over the years. At Paychecx Business Solutions, she worked as Branch Manager from 2005 to 2007 in Kennesaw, Georgia. Prior to that, she served as a Human Resources Business Partner at EDS/Utilities from 2003 to 2005 and as a Strategic HR Business Partner for the Utilities Division of EDS from 2000 to 2003, both roles based in Atlanta, Georgia. These roles have equipped her with a diverse range of HR skills and expertise.
Role at SHRM-Atlanta
Barbara Bell Dees is the Volunteer Executive Vice President of Member Relations at SHRM-Atlanta, where she has been serving since March 2017. SHRM-Atlanta is the largest chapter of SHRM National. In this role, she collaborates with a leadership team to enhance member engagement, retention, and overall satisfaction. Her contributions are pivotal to SHRM-Atlanta’s new focus and vision, demonstrating her commitment to the HR community.