Our human resources  experience

180one is pleased to announce our recent partnership with VSG and the resulting hire of their Vice President of Sales & Marketing Dover’s Vehicle Service Group (VSG), is the global leader in designing and manufacturing vehicle service, collision and automotive OEM equipment. It is one of the founding companies of Dover Corporation, an eight billion dollar diversified global manufacturer. VSG consists of fifteen leading vehicle lifting brands (Rotary, Forward, Blitz, Ravaglioli etc.), collision repair (Chief), wheel services, diagnostics (Butler, Rotary, Chief and Ravaglioli) and tier-one automotive brands (WARN Automotive) with operations worldwide, including regional business operation centers and large manufacturing facilities in the U.S., Europe and Asia. Congratulations to VSG and the 180one Search Team on a successful executive placement!

180one is pleased to announce our recent partnership with SawStop and the resulting hire of their Director of Supply Chain! SawStop is a leader in premium table saws and accessories, known for its patented Active Injury Mitigation (AIM) technology, which stops a blade in under 5 milliseconds to prevent serious injury. Founded in 2000 by patent attorneys with science and engineering backgrounds, SawStop has over 200,000 saws in use and more than 100 U.S. and international patents. In 2017, SawStop was acquired by Germany’s TTS Tooltechnic Systems, parent of Festool, enabling continued growth, innovation, and a shared commitment to precision, safety, and industry-leading quality. Congratulations to SawStop and the 180one Search Team on a successful executive placement!

Director of Training & Development ABOUT THE COMPANY “Our business is earning your trust” – Les Schwab, Founder Founded in 1952 by Les Schwab, this organization has grown into among the largest independent tire retailers in the US, with 530+ locations and over 8,000 employees, and a top service provider, winning the 2021 Customer Satisfaction award in our category by JD Power. We continue to grow and innovate in both products and services, including through new store openings and geographic expansion. Les Schwab Tires offers a unique opportunity to support our growth as our new Director of Training & Development, leading our world-class training and development teams in preparing employees and future leaders for successful careers with Les Schwab. THE ROLE As our new Director of Training and Development , reporting directly to the VP of Human Resources, you will be the strategic leader of Les Schwab’s learning and employee development programs. Primary responsibility is building and overseeing programs to strengthen the knowledge and skills of our employees to be successful in their current roles and prepare them for future opportunities in our promote-from-within culture. This role works closely with senior leaders throughout the Company to enhance performance and build leaders in preparation for significant Company growth. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES/FUNCTIONS ● Strategy & Governance Define, implement, and measure the goals and programs of the Training and Development teams to ensure alignment with the Company strategy, department strategy, and guiding principles. Identify needs and build proposals for new programs and program adjustments that align with the Company's strategy for executive review and approval. Collaborate with other departments, especially Store Operations, HR, and Communications, to ensure alignment and that programs support the highest priorities. Partner with CAO, VP of HR, Director of HR, and other key stakeholders to define and implement HR/Communications strategy and best practices. Lead or participate in governance and working groups as assigned. ● Develop People and Team Proactively manage the performance and development of employees. Motivate direct reports to ensure high performance and assign work consistent with current skills and development goals. Provide career development opportunities and coaching. Recognize and reward team contributions. Ensure team members consistently deliver excellent work quality and outstanding customer service. Build a culture of continuous learning and influence a growth mindset. ● Store Training Program Oversee and direct efforts related to building deep skills and capabilities in store employees so they can consistently deliver world-class customer service. Partner with senior operations leaders to identify and analyze organizational needs and recommend training programs. Oversee the Training Design, Development, and Delivery teams to ensure programs support our promote-from-within culture and deliver well-trained and motivated employees ready to support Company growth. Comprehensive learning management systems (LMS) oversight, including maximizing system capability to drive proactive, business-driven data reporting and analysis. Ensure accurate tracking of training programs and provide insight and recommendations for improvements to senior leadership. Update Store Training Strategy and Road Map as needed. ● Leader and Employee Development Oversee and direct efforts to build strong leadership skills in all segments of the Company to ensure a strong pool of well-trained, motivated employees ready to support Company growth. Oversee the Company’s Leadership strategy and competencies, ensuring alignment with Company strategy and with other employee talent programs. Oversee and support the Leadership Development team to ensure their programs support our promote-from-within culture and deliver well-trained and motivated employees ready to support Company growth. Partner with the Executive Coach to ensure lower-level high-potential candidate development is in alignment with the executive development program. Competencies are in alignment with the Company's strategy. Partner with the HR Director to ensure performance management, promotions, and succession programs are in alignment with leadership programs. Facilitate Leadership Development training for select groups. ● Transition Management & Communications Oversee efforts to ensure Prosci change management principles and tools are used effectively to support change in the company. Provide guidance and oversight to Transition Management & Communications teams. Ensure foundation is in place so the team can deliver high levels of change adoption, employee readiness, and effective communications. Influence business leaders by building trust and inclusivity, strategically framing issues, and leveraging data. Serve as an advisor to major Company projects requiring change management. Support the selection of Change Management partner(s) and serve as liaison with the Company. EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS REQUIRED Bachelor’s degree required. Master’s degree or other advanced degree in related fields preferred. 10+ years of experience in training and development, building leaders, employee engagement, talent analytics, change management, and project management. 5+ years of experience managing people, teams, and managers of teams. Interested in Learning More? 180one has been retained by Les Schwab to manage this search. If interested in learning more about the opportunity, please contact Nicole Brady at 180one at: 503.699.0184 / nicole@180one.com

180one congratulates S.R. Smith on the recent appointment of Kirsten Alvares as the new Vice President of Human Resources. For more than 85 years, S.R. Smith has had a singular focus: Create products that make the pool experience better for both swimmers and owners. If it involves a pool, chances are they’ve “seen it” and if there’s a way to improve, they’ll find it. They were the first to manufacture diving boards on a commercial scale the first to focus on salt-friendly products. Receiving her BA degree in English from Portland State University, Kirsten is an accomplished human resource leader with over 20 years of experience in the field. Most recently she was the VP of Human Resources at Gerber, here in Portland, where she was responsible for the administration, interpretation and development of all Gerber HR practices, policies, plans and procedures. 180one enjoyed partnering with S.R. Smith on this important VP search and we wish Kirsten all the best as she joins the team!

180one assisted M Financial Group in the search for a Director of Human Resources to develop and manage recruiting, training, benefits and other programs at the firm’s headquarters in Portland, Oregon. After conducting a targeted search, 180one worked with M Financial to select Jodi Whisman to join the organization. Whisman brings nearly 20 years of strategic HR and business partnering experience to the role. Much of her career has been spent with well-known Portland tech companies, including overseeing recruiting and talent management at VTech and Jive Software . Most recently Whisman was Director, Leadership and Organizational Development, at OCHIN, Inc. , where she developed and led organizational design, change management and employee engagement and retention. She holds a Master’s in Management with an emphasis on HR Management from University of Mary and a BA in Communication from North Dakota State University , as well as her PHR certification. 180one was thrilled to partner with M Financial in this search for a critical new hire. Congratulations to M Financial!

180one enjoyed partnering with Relay Resources , one of Portland’s top nonprofit organizations, to recruit a new Director of Human Resources. After conducting a search in both the nonprofit and for-profit sectors, Relay Resources selected Elizabeth Kurtz for the role. Kurtz joins Relay Resources with more than 15 years of HR leadership experience. She spent much of her career in the professional services industry, overseeing talent acquisition, training, organizational development, employee relations, compensation and more for organizations such as KPMG . Always drawn to purpose-driven organizations, Kurtz brings her ability to align people initiatives with business strategies to Relay Resources. 180one is proud to continue to partner with Relay Resources and other Portland-based organizations that are committed to strengthening our community. Congratulations to Relay Resources on this important hire! 

180one recently worked with Columbia Distributing , one of the nation’s largest malt beverage, wine and non-alcoholic beverage distributors, to appoint Michelle Rose as the Director of Human Resources. Prior to joining the Columbia team, Rose managed the human resources organization and facilitated training and organizational development for Siltronic Corporation . She holds a BA in Psychology from Portland State University and an MBA in Organizational Effectiveness from Marylhurst University , as well as her SPHR certification. 180one was proud to partner with Columbia on this successful hire!

180one congratulates Reed College in selecting Michelle Valintis as the school's new Director of Human Resources. Reed was founded in 1908 in Portland, Ore., and provides one of the nation's most intellectually rigorous undergraduate experiences to more than 1400 students. Valintis brings more than 10 years of HR management to the role. Before joining the Reed community, she served as Director of HR at the Oregon College of Oriental Medicine , as well as led the HR function for Genentech in San Francisco. At Reed, she will serve as a member of the President's Senior Staff and lead a team of four to provide HR services for the college's 500+ faculty and staff. Congratulations to Reed College on this critical hire!

180one congratulates TriMet , the seventh largest public transit provider in the United States, in selecting Randy Stedman as Executive Director of Labor Relations and HR. In this role, Stedman will lead the labor relations and human resources organization for the agency, which employs more than 2400 people, and serve as a member of the Executive Leadership Team. Stedman brings more than 20 years of labor and HR experience to the role, including serving as a labor and employment lawyer before leading the HR functions for various private and government entities. Before joining TriMet, he founded a successful labor relations and HR consulting practice . Stedman holds a BA and MS from California State University and a law degree from Vanderbilt University . As the Executive Director of Labor Relations and HR, Stedman will oversee programs and activities including labor contract policy development, negotiations and administration; labor relations; and human resources programs and staff development. Congratulations to TriMet on this successful hire!