Joe Mies

Joe Mies currently serves as the Human Resources Director at The Vomela Companies, overseeing HR functions for a workforce of 1,300 across 22 states and Canada. Previously, Joe held the position of Area Human Resources Manager at Republic Services, where achievements included enhancing employee engagement and reducing turnover rates across multiple states. Additional experience includes roles as a Contract HR Manager at Rels and Human Resources Manager at APAC Customer Services, where Joe led significant organizational changes and improved operational efficiencies. Joe's earlier career includes HR management positions at Medco Health Solutions and Ingersoll Rand, marked by successful labor negotiations and strategic employee engagement initiatives. Joe holds a Master’s degree in Human Resources and Industrial Relations from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.