Heather Stout

Heather Stout, PHR, SHRM-CP, is a seasoned human resources professional with extensive expertise in HR transformation and employee relations. Currently serving as a Senior Human Resources Manager at James Hardie since May 2022, Heather previously held the position of Director of Human Resources at Elbit Systems of America, leading a national HR team supporting over 3,500 employees across multiple business lines. Heather's background includes strategic HR roles at GuideStone Financial Resources, Smith & Nephew, OCC, PlainsCapital Bank, and V Platinum Consulting, each contributing to a strong track record in HR strategy implementation, employee engagement, and leadership development. Heather holds a Master of Arts in Performance Management from Dallas Baptist University and a Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Communication from The University of Texas at Arlington.