Galahad Dong

Galahad Dong has a diverse work experience spanning multiple industries. Galahad began their career as a Data Entry Clerk at Sutter Health in 2001 before transitioning to the role of Infantry Platoon Sergeant in the US Army, where they served from 2003 to 2009. In 2008, they joined Bridgeport Financial, Inc. as an Operations Manager, overseeing service and support options, budget management, and staff coordination. From 2011 to 2012, Dong worked as a Director at Palmer Systems, Inc., responsible for financial management, forecasting, and staff development.

Dong's most recent and prominent experience is with Simpson Strong-Tie, where they held various positions. Galahad started as an Equity Plans Administrator in 2012, administering global employee stock plans and maintaining vendor relationships. Galahad then served as a Human Resource Analyst from 2013 to 2016, overseeing the Total Rewards program and consulting senior management. Dong was promoted to Manager, Compensation and Benefits in 2016, responsible for the strategy, design, and administration of global Total Rewards programs and US-based benefits programs. From 2018 to 2018, they served as the Manager of HR Systems and Total Rewards before taking on the role of Director of HR Systems and Total Rewards in 2019. In this position, they managed a team of direct and indirect reports, overseeing the global HR technology strategy, Total Rewards programs, and North American Payroll programs. Dong collaborated with various departments to provide business analytics and ensure compliance with HR-related regulations.

Galahad Dong obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science/International Relations from UC San Diego from 2002 to 2008. Additionally, Galahad Dong has obtained several certifications including Certified ScrumMaster® (CSM®) from Scrum Alliance in May 2022, Certified Benefits Professional (CBP) from WorldatWork in 2018, Certified Compensation Professional - Canada (CCP) from WorldatWork in 2017, Global Remuneration Professional (GRP) from WorldatWork in 2017, and Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) from WorldatWork in 2016.