Frowene Harvey Rodgers
About Frowene Harvey Rodgers
Frowene Harvey Rodgers serves as the Senior Vice President of Human Resources at Waterton, bringing extensive experience from various roles in both the military and corporate sectors. With a strong background in strategic planning, diversity hiring, and inclusion, Rodgers emphasizes the importance of HR as a key business support function.
Work at Waterton
Frowene Harvey Rodgers currently serves as the Senior Vice President of Human Resources at Waterton, a position held since 2021. Based in Chicago, Illinois, she oversees the human resources functions within the organization, focusing on strategic HR initiatives that align with business objectives. Her role involves enhancing employee engagement, fostering a collaborative workplace culture, and implementing effective HR policies.
Previous Experience at Grainger
Prior to her current role, Frowene Harvey Rodgers held various positions at Grainger from 2016 to 2021. She served as a Senior HR Business Partner for US Distribution Centers and later as HR Director for multiple divisions, including Global Product Management and MSM & International. Her tenure at Grainger spanned five years and included responsibilities in regional HR management across the Greater Chicago Area.
Military Background
Frowene Harvey Rodgers has a distinguished military background, having served in the US Army in various capacities from 1995 to 2004. Her roles included Battalion Human Resources Manager, Company Commander, and Brigade Logistics Officer, among others. This experience has provided her with a unique perspective on leadership and human resources management, emphasizing the importance of strategic planning and organizational effectiveness.
Education and Expertise
Frowene Harvey Rodgers holds multiple degrees, including a Bachelor of Science in Management and Mechanical Engineering from the United States Military Academy at West Point. She furthered her education with a Master of Business Administration from Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management and two Master of Science degrees in Management from The National Graduate School and the National Graduate School of Quality Management. Her educational background supports her expertise in strategic planning, diversity hiring, and regulatory compliance.
Advocacy for Human Capital
Frowene Harvey Rodgers is an advocate for human capital development, leveraging her experience in both public and private sectors. She emphasizes the significance of HR as a key business support function and focuses on performance improvement and cost containment. Her commitment to diversity hiring and inclusion, along with succession planning, reflects her dedication to fostering a diverse and compliant workplace.