Brett Vander Hoek
About Brett Vander Hoek
Brett Vander Hoek serves as the Director of People & Services at Tolko Industries, a position he has held since 2019. He has a strong background in human resources, with previous roles across various organizations, including Industry Canada and The Home Depot Canada.
Current Role at Tolko Industries
Brett Vander Hoek serves as the Director of People & Services at Tolko Industries. He has held this position since 2019, contributing to the company's human resources strategy and organizational development. His role encompasses overseeing various aspects of employee services and ensuring alignment with Tolko's corporate values.
Previous Positions at Tolko Industries
Brett Vander Hoek has an extensive history with Tolko Industries, having worked in multiple roles since 2011. He served as a Human Resources Advisor in Recruitment from 2011 to 2013, followed by a position as Human Resources Advisor for Learning & Development from 2013 to 2015. He then became Manager of Corporate Services from 2015 to 2018, and Manager of Talent for a year before assuming his current role.
Educational Background
Brett Vander Hoek has a solid educational foundation in business and human resources. He earned an Honours Bachelor of Business Administration (Hons. BBA) from The University of British Columbia, completing his studies from 2005 to 2009. He also obtained a Business Administration Diploma from Okanagan College between 2005 and 2007. In addition, he completed the Organizational Design Program at Queen's University in 2016 and a Graduate Certificate in Professional Communication Management from Royal Roads University in 2021.
Professional Experience Outside Tolko
Prior to his current role at Tolko Industries, Brett Vander Hoek held various positions in human resources across different organizations. He worked as a Human Resources Director at Industry Canada from 2007 to 2009, and as Director of Human Resources at Open Door Group from 2009 to 2011. He also served as a Human Resources Manager at The Home Depot Canada in 2011 and as a Human Resources Consultant at Canadian Blood Services for a brief period in 2008. Additionally, he was an Instructor in Professional Development at the Centre for Arts and Technology in 2011.
Awards and Recognition
Brett Vander Hoek received the 2021 Values Award from Tolko Industries, recognizing his commitment to the company's values and his contributions to the workplace culture. This award highlights his dedication to fostering a positive environment within the organization.