Ethel Warwick
About Ethel Warwick
Ethel Warwick serves as the HR Business Partner for Europe at o9 Solutions, Inc., a position she has held since 2022. With extensive experience in talent management and organizational development, she previously worked at IKEA and YUM! Brands, focusing on enhancing employee engagement and promoting diversity in the workplace.
Work at o9 Solutions
Ethel Warwick has been serving as the HR Business Partner for Europe at o9 Solutions, Inc. since 2022. In this role, she is based in Schiphol-Rijk, North Holland, Netherlands. Her responsibilities include overseeing HR functions across the European region, with a focus on enhancing employee engagement and employer branding. Warwick's expertise in organizational agility and change management plays a crucial role in supporting the company's strategic initiatives.
Previous Experience at IKEA
Prior to her current position, Ethel Warwick had an extensive career at IKEA, spanning nearly a decade. She held various leadership roles, including Head of Customer Relations & Food, Talent and Growth Leader, and Head Deputy Store from 2009 to 2018 in the United States. Following this, she served as Head Of People Development and Culture, Customer Experience in the Netherlands from 2018 to 2021. Additionally, she was the Head of Talent, Culture, Diversity & Leadership at IKEA for one year in the United States from 2008 to 2009.
Experience at YUM! Brands
Ethel Warwick worked at YUM! Brands for 20 years, from 1988 to 2008. During her tenure, she held significant roles, including Head of Talent, Culture, Diversity & Leadership and HR People Capability Leader. Her long-standing experience in the fast-food industry provided her with a solid foundation in human resources and organizational development.
Education and Expertise
Ethel Warwick possesses expertise in organizational agility and change management, with a focus on enhancing employee engagement and employer branding. She has a strong background in performance management and organization design, contributing to strategic leadership initiatives. Warwick specializes in people mobility, which involves facilitating the movement and development of talent across different regions and roles.
Commitment to Inclusion and Diversity
Ethel Warwick is passionate about enabling inclusion and diversity within organizations. She drives initiatives that promote a diverse workplace culture, ensuring that all employees feel valued and included. Her commitment to these principles is evident in her previous roles and ongoing efforts in HR management.