Angela Brandford

Angela Brandford, PHR, MSHRD, SHRM-CP, currently serves as an HR Director for Global Supply Chain Functions at Suntory Global Spirits, where responsibilities include leading labor and employee relations strategies, performance management, and organizational development initiatives. Angela has extensive experience in human resources, previously holding roles such as HR Specialist and Master Trainer at Toyota Boshoku America, and as a Training Specialist at Eastern Kentucky University. Angela's early career includes positions at the Commonwealth of Kentucky and Philip Morris International, focusing on employee support and sales management respectively. Currently, Angela is pursuing a Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Leadership Studies at Xavier University, building on a strong educational background that includes a Master’s in Human Resource Development and a Bachelor’s in Business Administration.