Stephanie Richmond
Chief Human Resources Officer
Professional Overview
Stephanie Richmond is a seasoned human resources executive with over 20 years of experience driving strategic people initiatives across diverse industries. As the Chief Human Resources Officer at 24 Hour Fitness, she is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the company's global human capital management, including talent acquisition, learning and development, employee engagement, and organizational design.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As the Chief Human Resources Officer at 24 Hour Fitness, Stephanie leads a team of over 200 HR professionals to support the company's 24,000 employees across 450 locations. Since joining the organization in 2022, she has been instrumental in aligning the company's HR strategy with its broader business objectives, resulting in a 15% increase in employee satisfaction and a 10% reduction in turnover. Stephanie's expertise in workforce planning and organizational change management has been crucial in helping 24 Hour Fitness navigate the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic and emerge as a stronger, more resilient organization.
Career Progression
Prior to her current role, Stephanie served as the Senior Vice President of Human Resources at 24 Hour Fitness, where she was responsible for driving the company's people-centric initiatives. Before that, she held various HR leadership positions at Papa Murphy's International, where she was instrumental in implementing a comprehensive employee development program that led to a 20% increase in internal promotions and a 30% reduction in time-to-fill for critical roles.
Stephanie's earlier career included roles at CH2M HILL, where she demonstrated her expertise in learning and organizational development, as well as strategic workforce planning and human capital management.
Academic Background
Stephanie holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Oregon, with a concentration in Human Resources Management. She is also a certified Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) and a member of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM).
Areas of Expertise
- Strategic human capital management
- Talent acquisition and employee engagement
- Learning and organizational development
- Organizational change management
- Workforce planning and optimization
- HR policy and compliance
Professional Impact
Throughout her career, Stephanie has been recognized for her ability to align human resources initiatives with broader business objectives, resulting in measurable improvements in organizational performance. She has led the implementation of innovative HR programs that have positively impacted employee productivity, retention, and overall satisfaction. Stephanie is a respected thought leader in the HR community, regularly speaking at industry events and contributing to leading publications on emerging trends and best practices in human resources management.
Conclusion
Stephanie Richmond is a highly accomplished human resources executive with a proven track record of driving organizational success through strategic people initiatives. With her deep industry expertise, strong leadership skills, and commitment to continuous improvement, she is well-positioned to continue making a significant impact as the Chief Human Resources Officer at 24 Hour Fitness.
