Brian Heger, SHRM-SCP
Founder, Brian Heger HR Advisory Services LLC
Professional Overview
Brian Heger is an accomplished human resources executive with over 20 years of experience driving strategic talent and workforce planning initiatives for leading organizations across diverse industries. As the Founder of Brian Heger HR Advisory Services LLC, he leverages his deep expertise in talent management, learning, and change management to provide customized HR advisory services to clients.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As the Founder of Brian Heger HR Advisory Services LLC, Brian provides strategic HR consulting and advisory services to clients, helping them navigate complex talent challenges and optimize their HR practices. He works closely with organizations to develop and implement tailored solutions that drive business performance and foster employee engagement.
Career Progression
Prior to founding his own advisory firm, Brian held senior HR leadership roles at Bristol-Myers Squibb, Hudson's Bay Company, and Saks Fifth Avenue. As the Head of Strategic Talent and Workforce Planning at Bristol-Myers Squibb, he led the development and execution of comprehensive talent and workforce strategies to support the company's global growth initiatives. Earlier in his career, Brian served as the SVP of Talent Management, Learning, and Change Management at Hudson's Bay Company, where he oversaw the implementation of innovative talent and learning programs across the organization's diverse retail banners.
Academic Background
Brian holds a Bachelor's degree in Industrial and Organizational Psychology from Loyola University Chicago, where he graduated with Cum Laude honors. He also completed a Human Resources and Industrial Psychology Graduate Internship at Honeywell, further strengthening his academic and practical expertise in the field of human resources.
Areas of Expertise
- Strategic talent and workforce planning
- Talent management, acquisition, and development
- Learning and development program design and implementation
- Change management and organizational transformation
- HR technology and data-driven decision making
- Diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives
Professional Impact
During his tenure at Bristol-Myers Squibb, Brian led the development and implementation of a comprehensive talent and workforce planning strategy that enabled the company to successfully navigate a period of significant growth and organizational change. His work contributed to the company's ability to attract, develop, and retain top talent, ultimately driving improved business performance.
Conclusion
With his extensive experience, strategic mindset, and passion for helping organizations unlock their full potential, Brian Heger is a trusted advisor who delivers impactful HR solutions that align with business objectives and foster a thriving, engaged workforce.
