Brigid Gallagher

Brigid Gallagher is a seasoned Human Resources professional with extensive experience leading HR strategies and operations across various industries. Currently serving as the Human Resources Director at Performive since November 2025, Brigid is responsible for shaping employee programs and optimizing HR functions for a growing team. Prior to this role, Brigid worked as the Director of HR Operations and HR Business Partner at Smithbucklin, where partnerships with leadership focused on talent management and engagement strategies for a 650-person organization. In previous positions, Brigid held executive roles at Ascend Technologies, driving HR functions to support rapid growth in the technology sector, and developed effective HR strategies at Saunders Midwest, LLC. Brigid's career in HR began at Glotel, where a strong emphasis was placed on talent acquisition and employee relations, and initial experience was garnered at Edelman in benefits and payroll administration. Brigid earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Industrial and Organizational Psychology from Saint Xavier University.