Kristen Gebhart

Oversee a high-performing HR Shared Services organization comprised of ~50 Human Resources professionals across specialized functions including Talent Acquisition, Payroll, Benefits & Leaves, Compensation, Global Mobility, HRIS (Workday), HR Operations (Service Now / WD), and Learning Management Systems (LMS). Drive operational excellence and cross-functional collaboration to deliver scalable, employee-centric solutions. Serve as a global partner aligning North and South America HR teams to ensure consistent, enterprise-wide support for employees and people leaders. Champion process optimization, digital transformation, and strategic workforce initiatives that enhance employee experience and organizational effectiveness.

Led Human Resources strategy and execution for corporate functions in partnership with the Senior Leadership Team, driving alignment between business objectives and people initiatives. In addition to partnering with NA functions, provided international HR support across China, Brazil, Canada, and India, collaborating closely with regional HR teams to ensure culturally attuned and globally consistent practices. Delivered the full spectrum of HR leadership, including organizational design, executive coaching, employee relations and investigations, compensation strategy, talent acquisition and development, M&A integration, and long-range workforce planning. Acted as a trusted advisor to both business leaders and HR Centers of Excellence, shaping scalable solutions that enhanced organizational agility and performance.

Directed Human Resources strategy for Parker’s Chelsea Products Division, serving as a key business partner to the Leadership Team to drive execution of divisional goals through people-focused initiatives. Led efforts in organizational effectiveness, leadership coaching, employee engagement, and cultural alignment to support high-performance outcomes. Held full accountability for Talent Management, Compensation, Employee Relations, and Community Affairs, ensuring HR practices were aligned with business priorities and regulatory standards. Championed workforce development and operational excellence to strengthen organizational capability and employee experience.

Human Resources Manager for Parker Aerospace's Fluid Systems Division in Naples, FL (FSD). Working closely with the other leaders of the Site Leadership Team, responsible for the overall productivity, engagement and safety of the site.

Human Resources leader focused on leadership coaching and development, employee engagement, and alignment of the human resources strategy with the business strategy for the company's largest site with a team of 5 HR professionals.

Progressive professional human resources roles from a Generalist to multi site Human Resources Manager. Extensive experience in both small and large facilities (union and nonunion) for multiple business groups (Chemicals, Catalysts, Pharmaceuticals and Industrial Coatings) as well as experience with M&As, business closures, large scale hiring ramp ups, remote support and project work.