Pat S.

Pat S. currently serves as the Global People Planning Leader at IKEA, where responsibilities include leading the development of people planning strategies and facilitating the adoption of digital solutions focused on enhancing both co-worker and customer experiences. Prior experience at Best Buy encompasses roles such as Senior Manager of Workforce Design, where Pat contributed to enterprise workforce strategy and employee empowerment, and Associate Manager of Strategic Services, leading high-visibility projects and optimizing operational efficiencies. Pat's background also features extensive experience as a Mixed Martial Artist, competing in the UFC and various promotions, along with a solid foundation in retail leadership developed at Movie Gallery. Pat holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Minnesota State University Moorhead.