Gerri Kies

Gerri Kies is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Premier Search Group, a leading executive search firm specializing in placing top-level executives across various industries.1 Here are some key details about Gerri Kies:

Professional Background

Gerri Kies has over 20 years of experience in executive recruiting and corporate human resource leadership roles.2 Her career includes:

• Founder and CEO of Premier Search Group (founded in 2018)1
• Managing Director at Taylor Winfield2
• Executive Vice President of Retail and Consumer Goods at The Elliot Group
• Director of Human Resources at PepsiCo
• Director of Human Resources at Macy's
• Regional HR Director at Kentucky Fried Chicken

Education

• Doctor of Jurisprudence from South Texas College of Law Houston
• Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration and Management from Austin College

Expertise

Gerri is known for her expertise in:

• Executive search and recruitment
• Organizational development
• Human resources leadership
• Retail and consumer goods industries

Community Involvement

Gerri has served on numerous nonprofit boards and committees, including:

• Girl Scouts of America
• American Red Cross

Gerri Kies is highly regarded in her field, with one testimonial describing her as "a world-class executive recruiter, and a critical advisor and thought partner".3 Her extensive experience in both corporate HR roles and executive search has positioned her as a leading expert in talent acquisition and organizational development.