Professional Overview
Karen Kempter is an accomplished Talent Acquisition executive with over 25 years of experience driving strategic talent initiatives across various industries. As the Vice President of Talent Acquisition at PVH Corp., she is responsible for leading the company's global recruitment efforts, building high-performing teams, and aligning talent strategies with business objectives.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As the Vice President of Talent Acquisition at PVH Corp., Karen is responsible for developing and implementing innovative talent acquisition strategies to support the company's growth and expansion. She oversees a team of recruitment professionals, ensuring the acquisition of top-tier talent that aligns with PVH's values and culture. Under her leadership, the talent acquisition function has become a strategic partner in driving the company's long-term success.
Career Progression
Prior to her current role, Karen held several senior-level positions in talent acquisition and human resources. She founded her own consulting firm, KMKnyc, where she provided strategic talent advisory services to clients in the beauty and luxury retail industries. Karen has also held roles as a Talent Acquisition Consultant at Function of Beauty and Shiseido, as well as Senior Vice President of Talent Acquisition at Sotheby's. Earlier in her career, she held various human resources and talent management positions at Calvin Klein, ZenithOptimedia, Saks Fifth Avenue, Rapp Collins Worldwide, Macy's East, and Sears.
Academic Background
Karen holds a bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management from the University of Michigan, where she graduated with honors.
Areas of Expertise
- Talent Acquisition Strategy and Execution
- Employer Branding and Candidate Experience
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Hiring
- Workforce Planning and Talent Pipeline Development
- HR Technology and Data-Driven Recruitment Insights
- Organizational Development and Change Management
- Cross-Functional Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement
Professional Impact
Throughout her career, Karen has consistently delivered measurable results in talent acquisition and human resources. At KMKnyc, she helped clients achieve a 25% reduction in time-to-fill and a 20% improvement in quality of hire. As Senior Vice President of Talent Acquisition at Sotheby's, she spearheaded the redesign of the company's recruitment processes, leading to a 35% increase in employee retention and a 50% improvement in internal mobility.
Conclusion
With her deep expertise in talent acquisition, strategic vision, and proven track record of success, Karen Kempter is positioned to drive transformative talent initiatives at PVH Corp. and contribute to the company's long-term growth and competitive advantage.
