Debra Lummas
About Debra Lummas
Debra Lummas serves as the Director of Learning and Development at the First Nations Health Authority, where she has worked since 2023. With extensive experience in human resources and talent development, she has held various roles in organizations across Canada and Europe, focusing on workforce development and organizational design.
Work at First Nations Health Authority
Debra Lummas has held multiple roles at the First Nations Health Authority in West Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. She worked as an HR Advisor from 2014 to 2016, followed by a position as HR Talent Acquisition Lead from 2016 to 2017. Lummas served as HR Senior Specialist in Talent Development from 2014 until 2023, accumulating nine years of experience in this capacity. In 2023, she transitioned to the role of Director of Learning and Development, where she continues to contribute to the organization. Her current position involves a hybrid work model.
Education and Expertise
Debra Lummas studied at a school or college, although specific details about her educational background are not provided. Her expertise lies in learning and development, recruitment, career guidance, organizational design, team psychometrics, and change management workshops. Lummas has a passion for supporting staff in their professional growth and aligning recruitment strategies with organizational needs.
Background
Before her tenure at the First Nations Health Authority, Debra Lummas worked at Swim Recruiting in various roles, including Senior Account Executive and Business Development Executive, from 2011 to 2014. She also served as Regional Branch Manager at Roevin, a division of Adecco Employment Services Limited, from 2008 to 2009. Additionally, Lummas was a Regional Manager at Roevin for ten years, from 1998 to 2008, in North East England. Her career spans diverse industries, providing her with a broad perspective on workforce development.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Debra Lummas has been involved in strategic HR project management and has advised on various Skills Councils and Education boards. She has contributed insights into workforce development, demonstrating her commitment to shaping the future of the local workforce. Her extensive experience across Canada and Europe has equipped her with the skills necessary to lead initiatives that support organizational growth and employee development.