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Work History
Education
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AWARDS & LEADERSHIP ACTIVITIES
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CHRISTINE JONES

Austin

Summary


Human Resources executive who builds strong cultures and leadership teams that help companies grow and thrive. Trusted partner to CEOs and Boards, known for connecting people strategy to real business results. Blends a practical, people-first approach with clear decision-making to strengthen performance, engagement, and leadership at every level.


Executive Value Proposition: Builder, operator, and truth-teller who brings clarity to complexity and steadiness through change. Known for transforming HR into a trusted business engine while keeping people at the center of every decision. Leads with substance, empathy, and conviction, creating the structure and culture that allow both people and performance to thrive.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Vice President, Human Resources

RPM Living
11.2022 - Current

Lead the people and culture strategy for a 5,000+ associate organization through accelerated growth and transformation. Serve as strategic partner to the CEO and Board, shaping leadership capability, organizational structure, and workforce strategy to support business performance.

  • Defined and executed a multi-year people strategy linking culture, talent, and performance to business outcomes.
  • Built scalable programs across compensation, DEIB, compliance, and HR technology.
  • Strengthened succession and leadership pipelines through targeted executive development.
  • Guided HR financial strategy and investment planning tied to enterprise priorities.
  • Drove organizational change improving engagement, retention, and productivity.
  • Established people analytics and KPI frameworks enhancing visibility and accountability.

Senior Global HR Business Partner

Wayfair
05.2021 - 11.2022

Led regional HR strategy and operations across supply-chain and technology divisions supporting 2,000+ associates. Managed a regional HR team and worked closely with senior executives to strengthen workforce capability and performance.

  • Directed HR operations, compliance, and leadership coaching for multi-state teams.
  • Introduced data-driven HR planning that improved decision-making and workforce efficiency.
  • Advanced workforce planning and succession strategies supporting rapid expansion.
  • Leveraged analytics and talent reviews to identify and develop emerging leaders

HR Business Partner

Target Corporation
01.2011 - 01.2021

Provided strategic HR leadership for an $800M portfolio across 10 locations and 2,000+ employees.

  • Led talent and performance strategies that enhanced accountability and business results.
  • Oversaw employee relations and compliance ensuring operational consistency.
  • Designed scalable HR models supporting 15% regional growth.
  • Developed 25+ leaders through coaching and targeted development programs.

Earlier Career: Market Manager – Nielsen | Team Manager – Red Bull North America

Education

MBA - Business Administration And Management

Nova Southeastern University
Davie, FL
08-2011

B.S. - Business Management

Mansfield University
Mansfield, PA
06-2001

Skills

    Strategic Leadership

  • People and Culture Strategy
  • Executive and Board Advisory
  • Organizational Design and Effectiveness
  • Change Leadership and Transformation (M&A, Restructures, Integration)
  • Talent and Leadership

  • Leadership Development and Succession Planning
  • Talent Acquisition and Employer Brand
  • Workforce Planning and Optimization
  • Culture, Engagement, and Inclusion
  • Operational Excellence

  • Total Rewards and Compensation Strategy
  • HR Technology and Analytics
  • Governance, Risk, and Compliance
  • Strategic Communication and Influence

Certification

Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) – HRCI

Timeline

Senior Vice President, Human Resources

RPM Living
11.2022 - Current

Senior Global HR Business Partner

Wayfair
05.2021 - 11.2022

HR Business Partner

Target Corporation
01.2011 - 01.2021

MBA - Business Administration And Management

Nova Southeastern University

B.S. - Business Management

Mansfield University

AWARDS & LEADERSHIP ACTIVITIES

Change Management Leader – Recognized for guiding large-scale organizational transformation and performance improvement initiatives.


Regional Pacesetter Award – Honored for excellence in leadership, results, and business impact.


Leadership Excellence Program – Selected for Target Corporation’s flagship leadership development program (2011–2019).