Mshr Gerard Buan Sphr

Gerard Buan has a range of experience in the field of human resources. Gerard is currently a Member of LT '22 Cohort at Leadership Tomorrow, starting in September 2021. Prior to this, they worked as the People and Culture Director at the Washington Health Benefit Exchange since May 2013. In addition, Gerard has served as an Adjunct Faculty at UMass Global since November 2013. Gerard also held the position of Senior Human Resources Consultant at the Washington State Department of Ecology from April 2008 to May 2013. Before that, Gerard worked as a Human Resources Consultant at the Washington State Department of Revenue from February 2007 to 2008. Gerard'searlier experiences include working as an Employment Services Specialist at Pacific Capital Bancorp from 2003 to 2006 and as a Human Resources Assistant at San Miguel Corporation from July 1998 to September 2001.

Gerard Buan, MSHR, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, has a strong educational background in human resources and psychology. Gerard completed their Master of Science degree in Human Resources from Chapman University in 2011. Prior to that, they obtained their Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from Ateneo de Manila University.

In addition to their formal education, Gerard has also acquired several certifications to further enhance their expertise. Gerard is a Gallup-Certified Strengths Coach, having completed the certification program with Gallup in April 2021. Gerard is also a Certified Dare to Lead™ Facilitator, having obtained this certification in October 2019. Furthermore, Gerard holds the credentials of SHRM-SCP from the Society for Human Resource Management and SPHR from the HR Certification Institute - HRCI.

Overall, Gerard Buan's education and certifications demonstrate their commitment to developing and expanding their knowledge in human resources and leadership.