Sara (Bass) O’dowd
About Sara (Bass) O’dowd
Sara O'Dowd serves as the Vice President of Human Resources at PBI-Gordon Corporation, where she has worked since 2017. With over 20 years of experience in human resources, she has held various leadership roles in organizations such as Silpada Designs and Smart Warehousing.
Work at PBI-Gordon
Sara O’Dowd has served as the Vice President of Human Resources at PBI-Gordon Corporation since December 2017. In her role, she oversees various functions including talent acquisition and management, compensation, benefits administration, training and development, succession planning, employee relations, payroll, organizational development, and change management. Her responsibilities position her as a key strategic partner within the organization, focusing on relationship building and collaboration to drive successful business outcomes.
Previous Experience in Human Resources
Prior to her tenure at PBI-Gordon, Sara O’Dowd held several significant roles in human resources. She worked at Silpada Designs as Vice President of Human Resources from 2015 to 2016 and as Director of Human Resources from 2012 to 2015. Additionally, she served as Vice President of Human Resources at Smart Warehousing from 2016 to 2017. Earlier in her career, she was a Human Resources Specialist at YRC Freight from 2006 to 2007 and held various HR positions at BassPro.
Education and Expertise
Sara O’Dowd earned her Bachelor’s degree in Human Development from Kansas State University, where she studied from 1989 to 1993. Her educational background laid the foundation for her extensive career in human resources, which spans over 20 years. She possesses expertise in talent acquisition, benefits management, and employee relations, among other HR functions.
Professional Affiliations
Sara O’Dowd is a member of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), which reflects her commitment to professional development and staying informed about industry standards and practices. Her involvement in this organization supports her ongoing growth in the human resources field.
Community Involvement
Sara O’Dowd actively supports various charitable organizations, including Harvesters, the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, and The Salvation Army. Her community involvement demonstrates her commitment to giving back and making a positive impact beyond her professional responsibilities.