Kate Thomas Phr

Kate Thomas, PHR, SHRM-CP, has a diverse work experience in human resources. Kate currently serves as the Vice President of People & Organization at Bay Towel, a position they have held since October 2020. Prior to that, they worked as the Human Resource Manager at Bay Towel from May 2018 to October 2020.

Before joining Bay Towel, Kate worked as the Director of Human Resources at Southwestern Michigan College from 2013 to May 2018. Kate also held the role of Human Resource Manager at Regal Beloit from 2011 to 2013 and at Georgia-Pacific LLC from 2010 to 2011. Kate initially started their career as a Transportation Outbound Planner at Georgia-Pacific LLC from 2007 to 2008, and later worked as a Human Resource Intern at Constellation (formerly Integrys Energy Services, Inc.) from 2008 to 2009.

Overall, Kate has a strong background in human resources, with extensive experience in various roles and industries.

Kate Thomas, PHR, SHRM-CP, obtained a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree in Economics & Business Administration with an emphasis in Human Resource Management from the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay from 2006 to 2009. Additionally, they have obtained several certifications including the Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certification from HR Certification Institute - HRCI in June 2013, the Title IX Coordinator certification from the Association of Title IX Administrators (ATIXA) in September 2014, the Real Colors Trainer certification from the National Curriculum & Training Institute in November 2011, and the SHRM-CP certification from SHRM in December 2015.