Richard Lake, Sphr
About Richard Lake, Sphr
Richard Lake is a Human Resources Director with extensive experience in HR management across various industries. He currently works at US Foods and has held previous roles at Lowe's, TuSimple, Argosy Cruises, and Maxim Healthcare Services.
Current Role at US Foods
Richard Lake serves as the Human Resources Director at US Foods, a position he has held since 2022. He is based in Phoenix, Arizona, United States. In this role, he focuses on developing and implementing HR strategies that align with the company's goals. His responsibilities include fostering a culture of empowerment and collaboration within the organization.
Previous Experience at Lowe's Companies, Inc.
Prior to his current role, Richard Lake worked at Lowe's Companies, Inc. as an HR Manager from 2012 to 2017. During his five years in Kirkland, Washington, he was responsible for managing various HR functions, contributing to the overall employee experience and organizational effectiveness.
Experience at TuSimple
Richard Lake was employed at TuSimple as a Senior HR Business Partner from 2020 to 2022. His tenure in Tucson, Arizona, United States, involved strategic HR initiatives that supported the company's growth and operational needs. He played a key role in aligning HR practices with business objectives.
Background in Human Resources
Richard Lake has a comprehensive background in human resources, having held various roles across multiple industries. He served as Human Resources Director at Argosy Cruises from 2017 to 2020 in Seattle, WA, and as HR Manager at Maxim Healthcare Services from 2010 to 2012 in Arlington, WA. His experience spans healthcare, E-Commerce, hospitality, law, software, and transportation sectors.
Education and Expertise
Richard Lake earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree from the University of Washington. He specializes in HRIS, strategic partnership, and consultation. His core competencies include succession planning, performance management, and change management, which he applies to develop effective HR solutions and strategies.