Branded Group
Dawn Railey, PHR-CA, SHRM-CP has an extensive work experience in the field of Human Resources. Dawn has worked at Branded Group since 2017, starting as a HR Director and quickly transitioning to the role of Director of Human Resources & Engagement. In 2022, they were promoted to the position of Executive Director of Human Resources before eventually becoming the Vice President of Human Resources and Corporate Services in 2023.
Prior to joining Branded Group, Dawn worked at ADT as a Human Resources Generalist II from 2015 to 2017. Before that, they held the position of VP of Human Resources at Nationwide Security & Building Services for an impressive 21 years, from 1994 to 2015.
Overall, Dawn Railey's work experience showcases their expertise and progression in the field of Human Resources, with a focus on leadership and strategic HR management.
Dawn Railey, PHR-CA, SHRM-CP, holds a Bachelor's Degree in Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, as well as Organizational Leadership, from Arizona State University. Dawn also earned an Associate of Science degree in Business Administration, with a focus on Management and Operations, from Cypress College in 2018. Prior to their higher education, Dawn Railey graduated from Long Beach Polytechnic High School with a High School Diploma.
Branded Group
Branded Group is a full service facility maintenance company that promptly diagnoses and efficiently resolves facility issues. Through its “Be Better” experience, its team of industry experts provides services such as on-demand maintenance, construction management, and special project implementation for multi-site commercial facilities. The company’s vision to “Be Better” is demonstrated in its industry-leading client retention, steadily increasing revenues, and an ever-expanding service team. Led by an experienced management team that includes CEO Michael Kurland, President Jon Thomas, and Vice President Kiira Belonzi, Branded Group is focused on giving back while providing unparalleled customer service. Branded Group has been honored with multiple awards including: • 2023, 2022 Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Private Companies in America • 2023, 2022 Innovator of the Year Nominee (OCBJ) • 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019 & 2018 Great Place to Work® • 2022 Orange County Business Journal’s Fastest Growing Private Companies (#16) • 2022 The Civic 50 • 2022 Newsweek Most Loved Workplaces • 2022 Connex Innovation in Corporate Responsibility • 2022 Financial Times Fastest Growing Companies in America (#345) • 2021 The Civic 50 • 2021 Financial Times Fastest Growing Companies in America (#157) • 2021 Inc. 5000 (#2706) • The Patriot Award (Mike/Jon) – Military Support • 2021 Inc. 5000 Regionals list of the fastest-growing private companies in the California region (#106) • 2021, 2020 Excellence in Entrepreneurship Nominee (Mike) • 2021, 2020, 2019 & 2018 Great Place to Work® • 2020 Great Place to Work For All Award (Mike) • 2020 (#1054), 2019, 2018 Inc 5000 • 2020 Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Private Companies in California (#77) • 2019 Orange County Top Workplaces Award