Francis J Tobias

Francis J Tobias has extensive experience in human resources and leadership roles. Currently, they serve as the Chief Human Resources Officer at L.N. Curtis & Sons, where they lead HR strategy and execution for the parent company and its subsidiaries. Previously, they held positions such as Vice President of Human Resources at the California Dental Association and Director of Human Resources at AutoZone, where they were responsible for various HR functions on a multi-unit and international scale. Francis J also has a background in the military, serving in roles such as Commander and Chief in the US Air Force Reserve. Overall, Tobias has a strong background in HR strategy, leadership, and employee relations.

Francis J Tobias has a diverse education history. Francis J obtained a Master's of Operational Art & Science degree in Organizational Leadership from the United States Air Force Academy. Francis also holds a Bachelor's of Science degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Human Resources Management from the Sacramento State College of Business Administration.

In addition to their academic achievements, Francis has completed various certifications that enhance their expertise. These include the Everything DiSC Workplace® Certification - Classroom from Everything DiSC: A Wiley Brand, the DDI Facilitator Certification Process Workshop from DDI | Development Dimensions International, and the True Colors Certified Facilitator certification from True Colors International. Francis J is also a certified facilitator for Crucial Conversations & Crucial Accountability from VitalSmarts.

Furthermore, Francis has acquired valuable skills through their Mediator/Arbitrator training from the United States Department of Defense. Francis J also holds the Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certification from the HR Certification Institute - HRCI and the SHRM - Certified Professional (CP) certification from SHRM.