KIM R. BERMAN
Summary
Experienced with leadership and strategic planning in high-stakes environments. Utilizes strong problem-solving and decision-making skills to drive operational success. Track record of effective team leadership and conflict resolution, ensuring mission objectives are met.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Legal and People Officer
A&K Travel Group
09.2022 - Current
- Advise senior leadership at Abercrombie & Kent, Crystal Cruises, Cox & Kings and Ecoventura on strategic decisions, minimizing legal risks and ensuring positive outcomes.
- Negotiate complex contracts for key business acquisitions, resulting in successful expansion efforts.
- Draft corporate contracts including but not limited to commerical agreements: sales contracts, service agreements, vendor agreements; employment contracts: offer letters, independent contractor agreements, and non-compete and non-disclosure agreements; partnership and collaboration agreements: strategic partnership agreements, memorandum of understanding
- Evaluate and process all global company contracts received from all AKTG brands.
- Streamlined HR operations for improved efficiency through the implementation of modern technology platforms and tools.
- Spearheaded global mobility initiatives that fostered international collaboration and knowledge sharing among employees worldwide.
- Optimized workforce planning processes to align with changing business needs, leading to increased agility within the organization.
SVP, People & Culture and General Counsel
The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection
11.2018 - 09.2022
- Oversaw and managed the global Human Resources and Legal departments for a start-up cruise line with offices in Florida, Malta and Spain
- Provided guidance and collaborate with executive leadership and the board of directors on all legal and human resource matters impacting The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection (RCYC) group companies; maintain knowledge of laws, regulations and best practices in maritime, privacy and employment law
- Assessed known and anticipated risks to the RCYC group companies; create and implement company legal strategies to respond to and/or mitigate such risks; oversee all shoreside and shipboard insurance placements; negotiate settlements prior litigation; and appoint and manage outside counsel on all litigation matters
- Partnered with all departments in negotiating and drafting all company contracts, including but not limited to service agreements, sales agreements, license agreements, vendor agreements; ensure compliance with contractual requirements; and enforce contractual terms as necessary
Senior Vice President, General Counsel
Silversea Cruises Ltd.
01.2005 - 08.2018
- Acted as general counsel providing executive management with effective advice on company strategies and their implementation; anticipated internal and external business challenges and/or regulatory issues; drafts and implemented corporate policies and protected the company against legal risks
- Participated in complex business transactions and contract negotiations; negotiated, drafted and reviewed a broad selection of commercial contracts including: master service agreements and related scopes of work, technology agreements, marketing agreements, events agreements, partnership agreements and consulting agreements; advised on contract enforcement, contract disputes, and contract terminations
- Managed external counsel relationships; oversaw the dispute resolution/litigation process with outside counsel; responded to and resolved threatened litigation
- Performed all legal functions of the company on a global basis including those related to intellectual property, regulatory compliance and human resources
Education
Juris Doctor -
Nova Southeastern University
Davie, FL05.2001
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI05.1998
Skills
- Work coordination
- Problem solving
- Strategic planning
- Innovation and creativity
Legal Licenses
Member, State Bar of Florida, 01/01, Present
Timeline
Chief Legal and People Officer
A&K Travel Group
09.2022 - Current
SVP, People & Culture and General Counsel
The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection
11.2018 - 09.2022
Senior Vice President, General Counsel
Silversea Cruises Ltd.
01.2005 - 08.2018
Juris Doctor -
Nova Southeastern University
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
University of Michigan
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