Mark Garrett

Mark Garrett is an accomplished executive with extensive experience in human resources and operations across various industries. Currently serving as Chief People Officer at Garney Construction since May 2025, Mark previously held significant roles at Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City as Senior Vice President, Chief Human Resources and Operations Officer from July 2019 to May 2025, and at Smithfield Foods, Inc. as Chief People, Diversity and Engagement Officer from April 2015 to July 2019. Mark's background includes leadership positions in supply chain management, safety, and logistics at Farmland Foods, and strategic roles in business operations at Kansas City Public Schools and Hallmark Cards. Mark holds a Bachelor of Business Administration and an MBA from The University of Kansas and Baker University, respectively.