Meri Brace
About Meri Brace
Meri Brace serves as the VP of People Success at Test Double in Columbus, Ohio, where she has worked since 2021. With a diverse background in talent engagement and project management, she focuses on fostering culture and engagement in startups and midsize companies.
Work at Test Double
Meri Brace has served as the Vice President of People Success at Test Double since 2021. In this role, she focuses on fostering a strong culture and engagement within the organization. Her leadership is directed towards enhancing employee experience and operational effectiveness, particularly in the context of startups and midsize companies. Based in Columbus, Ohio, she has contributed to the company's growth and development over the past three years.
Education and Expertise
Meri Brace holds a Bachelor's Degree from Muskingum College, where she studied from 2000 to 2004. Additionally, she completed her high school education at Carrollton High School, earning her diploma between 1996 and 2000. Her academic background in education and psychology informs her approach to leadership and organizational development. She possesses expertise in acquisitions and integrations, which she applies to drive operational excellence.
Background
Meri Brace has a diverse professional background that includes significant roles in various industries. She worked as an Agile Project Manager at ARES Corporation, where she was involved in projects with NASA. Her experience spans roles in talent engagement, information security, and people experience, with positions at companies such as Accenture, Diebold, and Pillar Technology. This varied experience has equipped her with the skills to build and lead high-performing teams.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Meri Brace has played a pivotal role in building and leading high-performing teams across large-scale enterprises. She has served on the PRG National Board, contributing to national-level strategic initiatives. Her leadership style is informed by her Clifton Strengths, which include Achiever, Responsibility, Positivity, Arranger, and Futuristic. These strengths guide her in creating impactful change within organizations and communities.
Previous Work Experience
Before her current role at Test Double, Meri Brace held several positions that contributed to her expertise in people success and talent engagement. She worked at Accenture in various capacities, including Curator of People Experience, and held roles at Pillar Technology as Curator of Talent and Lead of Talent Engagement. Additionally, she has experience as a Technical Recruiter and Recruiting Lead at MurTech Staffing & Solutions, and as an Information Security Analyst at Diebold.