Brydget Falk Drigan
About Brydget Falk Drigan
Brydget Falk Drigan serves as the Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer at Peapack-Gladstone Bank, where she has worked since 2018. With over 27 years of experience in human resources, she specializes in talent acquisition, employee engagement, and organizational development.
Work at Peapack-Gladstone Bank
Brydget Falk Drigan serves as the Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer at Peapack-Gladstone Bank, a position she has held since 2018. In this role, she is responsible for enhancing corporate culture and engaging a diverse workforce. Under her leadership, Peapack-Gladstone Bank has been recognized as one of American Banker's Best Banks To Work For for five consecutive years. Drigan specializes in implementing human capital strategies and establishing performance standards that align with the bank's objectives.
Professional Experience at Dun & Bradstreet
Brydget Falk Drigan has extensive experience at Dun & Bradstreet, where she held various leadership positions over a span of nearly two decades. Her roles included Vice President of Human Resources for U.S. Sales, Global Head of Talent Acquisition, and Global Talent Solutions & People Operations Leader. Drigan's tenure at Dun & Bradstreet allowed her to develop expertise in talent acquisition, management, and employee relations, contributing to the company's human resources strategies.
Education and Expertise
Brydget Falk Drigan holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology and Business from Western University. She furthered her education at the University of Toronto, where she earned a Canadian Human Resource Management Certificate (CHRM). Drigan is also designated as a Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) by the Human Resources Professional Association of Ontario. Her educational background supports her 27 years of experience in human resources within the financial services industry.
Background in Human Resources
Brydget Falk Drigan has a robust background in human resources, beginning her career at Dun & Bradstreet as a Sales Representative. Over the years, she progressed through various roles, including National Manager of Training & Development and Chief of Staff in the Chairman's Office. Her practical and collaborative leadership style emphasizes business outcomes and results, focusing on organizational development, employee engagement, and talent attraction.
Achievements in Human Capital Strategies
Throughout her career, Brydget Falk Drigan has specialized in implementing forward-leaning human capital strategies that enhance organizational performance. Her focus on establishing quantifiable performance standards has played a significant role in her success in the financial services sector. Drigan's contributions have been instrumental in fostering a positive workplace culture and improving employee engagement at Peapack-Gladstone Bank.