Debbie Pollock-Berry

Chief People and Culture Officer

Professional Overview
Debbie Pollock-Berry is an accomplished human resources executive with over 20 years of experience driving organizational transformation and people-centric initiatives. As the Chief People and Culture Officer at PLEZi Nutrition, she is responsible for shaping the company's talent strategy, fostering a positive and inclusive work environment, and aligning the HR function with the organization's strategic objectives.

Experience Summary

Current Role
As the Chief People and Culture Officer at PLEZi Nutrition, Debbie is responsible for leading the company's people and culture strategies, including talent acquisition, employee development, and organizational design. She is focused on creating a high-performing, engaged workforce that supports the organization's growth and innovation goals.

Career Progression
Prior to her current role, Debbie served as the Chief People Officer at The Trevor Project, where she led the organization's human resources initiatives and contributed to its mission of supporting LGBTQ+ youth. Before that, she held the position of Chief Human Resources Officer at Save the Children US, where she played a pivotal role in driving the organization's HR transformation and enhancing its employee experience.

Debbie's extensive background also includes senior HR leadership roles at Federal Realty Investment Trust, XO Communications, Essential Power, LLC, and AOL (now Verizon Media). Throughout her career, she has demonstrated a proven track record of implementing strategic HR programs, optimizing organizational structures, and fostering a positive, inclusive work culture.

Academic Background
Debbie holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in English from Francis Marion University. She has also completed the LEAD VIRGINIA program, a prestigious leadership development initiative that prepares professionals for greater civic engagement and community impact.

Areas of Expertise

• Strategic human resources management

• Talent acquisition and development

• Organizational design and transformation

• Employee engagement and culture building

• Diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives

• HR policy and compliance

Professional Impact
Debbie's commitment to people-centric strategies has made a significant impact on the organizations she has served. At Save the Children US, she led the implementation of a new HR technology platform, resulting in increased operational efficiency and improved employee experience. At The Trevor Project, she played a key role in scaling the organization's HR capabilities to support its rapid growth and expansion.

Conclusion
With her extensive experience, strategic mindset, and people-focused approach, Debbie Pollock-Berry is well-positioned to drive innovative human resources initiatives and foster a thriving, inclusive work culture at PLEZi Nutrition. Her track record of success in aligning HR with organizational goals makes her a valuable asset to the company as it continues to grow and innovate.