Scp Bridget Nelson

Bridget Nelson, SCP has over 20 years of experience in human resources. Bridget is currently the Head of/Director of HR for North America at SBM Company, where they are responsible for developing and implementing HR strategies for the U.S. region.

Prior to their current role, Bridget served as the Director of People at Peter Millar from 2014 to 2022. In this position, they provided HR partnership and leadership to the organization, focusing on strategies to prepare the company for growth. Their skills included building employee engagement, performance management, compliance, employee benefits and compensation, and talent acquisition.

From 2009 to 2014, Bridget worked as a Senior HR Manager at Dex Media. Bridget directed a team of 10 employees and oversaw employee relations, compliance, HRIS, and RPO. Bridget also played a key role in recruitment efforts for a 3500-employee organization with multiple call center hubs and outside sales personnel.

Earlier in their career, Bridget held the position of Director of Human Resources at The Umstead Hotel and Spa from 2006 to 2008. Bridget structured and implemented HR programs and policies, focused on training, on-boarding, compensation plans, benefit packages, incentives, and performance management. Bridget was instrumental in the successful opening of the business unit and received prestigious accolades within the first two years.

Before their time at The Umstead Hotel and Spa, Bridget worked as a Director of Human Resources at Omni Hotels from 2003 to 2006. In this role, they provided consultation to managers and employees on labor relations, benefits and compensation, recruiting, employee relations, training, performance management, employee engagement, and HRIS. Bridget also played a key role in negotiating union contracts and managing labor relations with local unions.

Bridget's earlier experience includes serving as the Director of Human Resources Services at Interstate Hotels & Resorts from 2001 to 2003. Bridget successfully managed over 30 small business openings and acquisitions and designed HR tools for acquisitions. Bridget also handled employee relations issues, investigated and resolved employee issues, and managed an active union campaign.

Overall, Bridget Nelson, SCP has a strong background in HR leadership, strategy development, and employee relations. Bridget has a proven track record of driving success and implementing effective HR programs and policies.

Bridget Nelson, SCP holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Consumer and Family Sciences from Purdue University. In addition to their degree, they have obtained certifications as a Predictive Index certified analyst from Predictive Index Worldwide and as a SHRM- Senior Certified Professional in Human Resources from SHRM. No specific information regarding the start and end years of their education or the month and year of obtaining the certifications is provided.