Missy Hallead

Missy Hallead is a seasoned human resources leader with extensive experience in talent management and organizational development. She currently serves as the Senior Vice President for Global Talent and People and Culture at Aristocrat Technologies.1 Her career spans diverse industries including technology, gaming, hospitality, and education.1

Key aspects of Missy Hallead's professional background include:

1. Expertise: She specializes in leadership effectiveness, talent optimization, organizational development, change management, employee experience, leadership development, executive coaching, executive recruitment, and succession planning.1

2. Previous roles:

   • Vice President for Global and Corporate HR at MGM Resorts International
   • Vice President of HR for Luxor and Excalibur Hotel and Casino
   • Assistant Superintendent and CHRO for a nationally recognized school district
   • High school principal, associate principal/athletic director, and teacher1

3. Education:

   • Bachelor of Science in Business Education from Central Washington University
   • Master's degree in Leadership and Administration from Concordia University
   • Human Resources Management Certification from Portland State University1

4. Leadership approach: Missy is known for her 'People First' philosophy and focuses on diversity and inclusion, growing high performers, maximizing teams, and multiplying the influence of leaders.1

5. Recent developments: In October 2022, Missy married Edward Forlani and changed her name to Missy Forlani.2

6. Current role: As of December 2024, Missy Hallead (Forlani) is the Chief People Officer at PowerSchool3, having transitioned from her role at Aristocrat Technologies.