Education
IMD Emerging Leaders Programme Executive development course for BAE Systems, for the top 50 leaders from across the globe taking them through a 10 month programme. University of Maryland Global College MBA, Business Administration and Management, General
Skills:
Strategic Human Resource Planning Endorsed by 3 people in the last 6 months 11 endorsements Talent Acquisition Endorsed byPhillip Peterswho is highly skilled at this Endorsed by 2 colleagues at W. R. Grace 25 endorsements
Work Experience:
KBR, Inc. Full-time · 5 yrs 3 mos Fulton, MD VP of HR and People Leader Jan 2023 to Present · 1 yr 10 mos On-site Sr. HR Director Space & Mission Systems Aug 2019 to Feb 2023 · 3 yrs 7 mos Global Talent Acquisition Director W.R. Grace Sep 2015 to Aug 2019 · 4 yrs Columbia, MD Sector Director Talent Acquisition BAE Systems Oct 2012 to Aug 2015 · 2 yrs 11 mos McLean, Virginia Northrop Grumman - Information Technology 6 yrs 1 mo HR Business Manager Sep 2008 to Sep 2012 · 4 yrs 1 mo Senior Recruiter Sep 2006 to Sep 2012 · 6 yrs 1 mo Client Service Manager/Recruiting Manager Spherion - Enthusian Jan 1998 to Sep 2002 · 4 yrs 9 mos
Candidate Intelligence Report
AI-powered analysis from the perspective of a US hiring director — evaluating career continuity, growth trajectory, and role fit.
Career Continuity & Risk Assessment
There is a 4-year gap between Sep 2002 and Sep 2006 in the provided history, which is an observable employment gap. While the subsequent roles show strong progression, the gap warrants a concise explanation to mitigate perceived continuity risk.
Career spans staffing, defense/IT, chemical, and space/mission sectors. While HR leadership remains constant, the industry shifts could require sector-specific ramp-up for certain buyers; overall the candidate remains within related domains (HR leadership in large organizations).
Most roles show multi-year tenures (4–6 years at NG/Grace, ~3–4 years at BAE and Grace, and ongoing at KBR). This indicates solid tenure stability and progressive responsibility with limited short stints.
Education listed as IMD (executive education) complements senior HR leadership and strategic capabilities. While not a traditional degree, IMD is a respected credential for global executive roles, aligning well with the senior HR leadership track.
Career Growth Curve
Best-Fit Roles (Top 5)
Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO)98% fit
Extensive VP-level HR leadership with global talent acquisition experience and cross-sector exposure; executive education from IMD complements strategic transformation capabilities.
Global Head of Talent Acquisition93% fit
Direct experience leading global TA functions (Grace; BAE) and proven ability to scale recruitment across regions aligns with enterprise-wide TA strategy.
Chief People Officer (CPO)90% fit
Broad HR leadership, people strategy, culture, and leadership development aligned with current VP of HR & People Leader responsibilities.
Vice President of HR Operations78% fit
Strong foundation in HR planning and operational execution at scale; suitable for organizations seeking senior operations-focused HR leadership.
Head of HR – Defense & Space Sector75% fit
Direct exposure to space/mission and defense environments at KBR; sector-specific HR leadership potential for defense contractors or aerospace firms.
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