Professional Summary
Professional Overview
Leigh Duszynski is a seasoned Human Resources executive with over 15 years of experience driving strategic people initiatives across diverse industries. As the Chief People Officer at Verve Coffee Roasters, she is responsible for leading the company's global HR strategy, talent management, and organizational development programs.
Experience Summary
Current Role
In her current role as Chief People Officer at Verve Coffee Roasters, Leigh is instrumental in shaping the company's people-centric culture and enabling its rapid expansion. She oversees all aspects of human resources, including talent acquisition, employee engagement, performance management, and compensation and benefits. Under her leadership, Verve has achieved significant improvements in employee satisfaction, retention, and productivity.
Career Progression
Prior to joining Verve, Leigh held progressively senior HR roles, including Vice President of Human Resources at In STEPPS Academy and Chief People Officer at the Specialty Coffee Association. In these positions, she demonstrated her ability to drive organizational transformation, implement innovative HR practices, and foster highly engaged and high-performing teams. Her earlier experience includes HR Specialist and Coordinator roles at Fluor Corporation, New Century Mortgage, and Avaris Capital.
Academic Background
Leigh holds a Bachelor of Science in Human Resources Management from the University of California, Los Angeles. She is a certified Professional in Human Resources (PHR) and has completed various leadership development programs, including the SHRM-SCP certification.
Areas of Expertise
- Strategic HR planning and implementation
- Talent acquisition and management
- Employee engagement and retention
- Organizational development and change management
- Compensation and benefits design
- Compliance and risk management
- HR technology and data-driven decision making
Professional Impact
During her tenure at the Specialty Coffee Association, Leigh spearheaded the development and implementation of a comprehensive talent management framework, which resulted in a 25% increase in employee retention and a 30% improvement in employee satisfaction. At In STEPPS Academy, she led the integration of HR systems and processes, driving a 20% increase in operational efficiency and a 15% reduction in administrative costs.
Conclusion
With her extensive HR expertise, strategic mindset, and proven track record of driving organizational success, Leigh Duszynski is a highly valuable asset to Verve Coffee Roasters. She is committed to fostering a thriving, people-centric culture that supports the company's continued growth and innovation in the specialty coffee industry.
