Thomas Herdtner

Thomas Herdtner, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, is a seasoned human resources executive currently serving as Vice President of Human Resources at Guild since May 2024, following a successful tenure in a similar role at Chewy from November 2018 to May 2024. At Chewy, Thomas led multiple HR teams and initiatives, focusing on talent management, employee experience, and operational excellence. Previous experience includes senior HR leadership roles at CenturyLink, where Thomas directed employee and labor relations and managed HR strategies for large-scale operations. Additionally, Thomas has held significant HR positions at Chevron, overseeing organizational capability across Latin America and implementing impactful HR programs. With educational credentials from Purdue University, including an MSHRM, Thomas has a proven track record of enhancing HR frameworks, driving employee engagement, and achieving significant cost savings.