Kerry West

Kerry West is an experienced talent management professional currently serving as the Talent Management Practice Leader at GE Vernova since July 2024, where Kerry designs and deploys talent programs to foster employee development. Prior to this role, Kerry held various leadership positions at GE, Prudential Financial, and American Express, including overseeing Talent Management and Performance Management strategies and digital transformations. Notable achievements include the implementation of standardized performance management processes at GE Vernova and the rollout of advanced talent management platforms at Prudential. Kerry's career began at American Express, progressing from a Business Analyst and Six-Sigma Black Belt to roles such as Head of Global Performance Management and Chief of Staff for global teams. Educational qualifications include an Executive Masters in Human Resource Management from Cornell University and degrees in Commerce and Applied Science from the University of Western Sydney.