What Happened?
San Francisco, CA-based Levi Strauss has Appointed Elizabeth Wood as Chief Human Resources Officer
About the Company
We believe that clothes — and how you make them — can make a difference. Since 1853, we have been obsessed with innovation to meet people`s needs. We invented the first blue jean. And we reinvented khaki pants. We pioneered labor and environmental guidelines for our manufacturing partners. And we work to build sustainability into everything we do. A company doesn`t last 160 years by standing still. It endures by reinventing itself, striving to delight its consumers, winning in the marketplace, and by remaining true to its values. We employ more than 17,000 people around the world – supporting great brands, including Levis®, Dockers® and Denizen®. Our employees are committed to innovation, creativity and collaboration.
About the Person
Elizabeth Wood is the Chief Human Resources Officer at Levi Strauss & Co., effective May 1, 2015. As Chief Human Resources Officer for Levi Strauss & Co., Elizabeth Wood will be responsible for leading all aspects of the global human resources function, including recruitment, talent planning and organizational development. As a member of the worldwide leadership team, she will also help set the company`s global direction. Ms. Wood is a seasoned human resources executive, bringing 25 years of retail and apparel experience to the role. Her background includes leading brands and businesses through transformational change. Wood joined LS&Co. from Toys “R” Us, Inc., where she was senior vice president of human resources. Prior to Toys “R” Us, Inc., she was Chief Human Resources Officer at Warnaco Group, before it was acquired by PVH Corporation. Elizabeth has also held leadership positions at Brooks Brothers and Marks and Spencer Group plc. She holds a degree from Durham University and a postgraduate degree in human resources from University of West London.
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