Edward J. Brown, J.D., M.A.
About Edward J. Brown, J.D., M.A.
Edward J. Brown, J.D., M.A. serves as the Head of Global People Partners at Notion since 2023, bringing extensive experience in human resources and employee relations from previous roles at companies such as Samsara and PepsiCo.
Work at Notion
Edward J. Brown serves as the Head of Global People Partners at Notion, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he focuses on enhancing the company's human resources strategies and employee engagement initiatives. His work is conducted in a hybrid environment, allowing for flexibility in operations and collaboration.
Previous Experience in Human Resources
Before joining Notion, Brown held several significant roles in human resources. He worked at Samsara, first as a People Partner for Global Sales from 2019 to 2021 and then as a Senior People Partner from 2021 to 2024. His experience also includes positions at PepsiCo as Regional Human Resources Manager and at the University of California, Berkeley as Human Resources Supervisor.
Educational Background
Edward J. Brown holds a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from the University of California, Davis - School of Law, where he studied from 2009 to 2012. He also earned a Master of Arts (M.A.) in Management from Wake Forest University School of Business in 2013. Additionally, he obtained a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Political Science and Managerial Economics from the University of California, Davis from 2004 to 2008.
Expertise in Human Resources
Brown possesses expertise in collective bargaining agreement negotiations, which involves negotiating terms between employers and groups of employees. He has strong analytical and data-driven analysis skills, essential for informed decision-making in human resources management. His interests include employee relations and training and development, emphasizing workplace culture and employee skill enhancement.
Legal and Early Career Experience
In addition to his human resources roles, Brown has legal experience as a Summer Associate at Downey Brand LLP and Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP. He also served as a Judicial Extern at the United States District Court. These positions provided him with foundational skills in legal analysis and professional practice.