David Kroes

David Kroes is a Strategic & Creative Problem-solver with expertise in Diversity, Compensation, Organizational Development, Performance Management, Workforce Planning, and Human Resources Leadership. Known as a Talent Whisperer and a Positive People Leader, he excels in Organizational design and growth, embodying the philosophy of Thinking Globally and Acting Locally. With a background in Agile People Practices of Employee Lifecycle and a strong advocate for Culture Branding, David brings a unique perspective to the field.

David's educational journey includes various degrees and certifications such as Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy from UC Santa Barbara, Evidence-Based Coaching Certificate in Executive, Team, and Organizational Coaching from Fielding Graduate University, and Westfield Top 30 Executive in Executive Leadership from UCLA Anderson School of Management. He is a continuous learner who has also completed Executive Coaching Certification in Organizational Leadership and various other programs emphasizing perspective and integrative thinking.

Throughout his career, David has held prominent roles in renowned organizations such as Senior Vice President Human Resources at ChromaDex, Head of Human Resources at Ingrooves Music Group, and Vice President Human Resources at Westfield. He has also worked as a Global People Consultant at Pollen, Organizational Development Consultant at Skyryse, and served in leadership positions at Fox Broadcasting Corporation, Yahoo Media Group, and ArtistDirect.com among others.

An Advisory Board Member at Customer Experience at UC Irvine, DCE, David Kroes is a seasoned professional who blends his strategic acumen with a deep understanding of human capital management. His valuable contributions as a Thoughtful Business Partner and an Agile People Practitioner have made him a sought-after expert in areas such as Employee Lifecycle, Diversity, and Culture Brand Advocacy.