Bryan Payne

Bryan Payne, SHRM-CP, has over 25 years of experience in various HR roles. Bryan is currently working as an Associate Director of People & Culture at Chemistry since 2023. Prior to this, they served as the Director of People and Culture at Crescent Hotels & Resorts for 6 years, where they managed recruitment, employee benefits, and development across multiple hotel properties. Bryan also handled union contract negotiations and onboarding processes. Bryan previously worked as a Human Resources Business Partner at Roland Park Place, where they resolved conflicts, enhanced work relationships, and increased productivity among senior living community employees. Bryan also held the position of Director of Human Resources at LondonHouse Chicago, overseeing recruitment, onboarding, and union negotiations. Bryan began their career at Nordstrom.com, serving as an Assistant Director and later as a District Manager, where they mentored and developed team members, managed sales targets, and coordinated brand partnerships. Bryan started their professional journey as a Department Manager of Cosmetics at Saks Fifth Avenue, overseeing sales, recruitment, and staff development. Bryan is a certified professional with expertise in people and culture management.

Bryan Payne, SHRM-CP, holds an impressive education history. Bryan earned their Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in Art History, Criticism and Conservation from The University of Texas at Austin, where they studied from 1993 to 1998. Bryan's thirst for knowledge led him to pursue further education, and they successfully completed their Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree in Business Administration and Management, General from the same institution between 1999 and 2002.

In addition to their academic accomplishments, Bryan has obtained several certifications to further enhance their professional expertise. One of these certifications is the Inclusive Workplace Culture Specialty, obtained from SHRM in November 2022. Another notable certification is the SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP), which Bryan achieved in December 2021, also from SHRM. These certifications underline Bryan's commitment to continuous learning and staying current with industry best practices.