James Saroka

James Saroka has a diverse and extensive work experience in human resources. James is currently working as the VP of Human Resources at the James Skinner Baking Company since March 2023. Prior to this, they held the position of Vice President Human Resources at Gavilon Group, LLC from February 2022 to March 2023, and the position of Sr Director Human Resources from March 2020 to February 2022.

Before joining Gavilon Group, LLC, James worked as the VP Total Rewards at Ameritas from November 2018 to March 2020. James also held the role of Director of Global Total Rewards at Black & Veatch in August 2018. Prior to that, they served as the SVP Compensation & Benefits at West Corporation from August 2016 to April 2018.

James has significant experience in compensation and benefits roles. James held the position of Director, Compensation & Benefits at The Gavilon Group LLC (formerly ConAgra Trade Group) from January 2007 to June 2016. During their time at ConAgra, they supported all aspects of compensation for the Commercial Foods Division.

Before joining The Gavilon Group LLC, James worked as the Compensation and Benefits Manager at American Red Cross Midwest Division in 2006 and as the Compensation Manager at Valmont Industries from September 2002 to March 2006. James began their career as an HR Generalist at American Red Cross Midwest Blood Region and as an HR Intern at Sitel Corporation in 1999 and 1998 respectively.

James Saroka has a Master's Degree in MSHRD-Human Resource Development, which they obtained from Villanova University between the years 2012 and 2014. Prior to that, they earned a Bachelor's Degree in BSBA-Business Management/Human Resource Management from the University of Nebraska at Omaha, with a duration of study from 1994 to 1999. Additionally, they hold certifications in CCP and SPHR, though details regarding the institutions and dates of obtaining these certifications are not provided.