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Drew Clarke

@drewclarke

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Dynamic HR executive with 20+ years in people operations leadership.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that values strategic HR leadership and fosters inclusive cultures.

I am a dynamic and forward-thinking HR executive with over 20 years of progressive leadership experience in scaling people operations across both high-growth and established companies. My proven track record includes aligning HR strategy with business objectives, building high-performing teams, and fostering inclusive, engaging cultures that drive performance. As a trusted advisor to CEOs and executive teams, I possess deep expertise in talent strategy, organizational development, employee experience, and cultural transformation.

Currently, I serve as the Chief People Officer at Clearlink Technologies, where I lead HR strategy for a 1,000-employee sales and digital marketing company. My leadership has resulted in a 30% increase in retention through modernized onboarding and redesigned recruiting pipelines. I have also championed DEIB initiatives, fostering an inclusive environment through targeted programs and open communication strategies. My previous roles have included leading global HR functions and driving cultural transformation efforts that have significantly improved employee engagement and satisfaction.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Chief People Officer

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Clearlink Technologies

Feb 2022 - Present (3 years 5 months)

Led HR strategy for a 1,000-employee sales and digital marketing company with multi-site, remote, hybrid, and offshore operations. Increased retention by over 30% by modernizing onboarding, redesigning recruiting pipelines, and implementing a more competitive sales compensation model.

HR strategy Workforce Planning Performance Management Workday

Head of HR, Vice President

Unicity International

Dec 2020 - Feb 2022 (1 year 2 months)

Led global HR function for a metabolic health and supplement company with 600 employees and 3,500+ distributors. Deployed HR analytics dashboards to monitor KPIs, improve time-to-hire, and inform workforce planning.

HR Analytics Workforce Planning Benefits Management

Senior Director / VP, People & Culture

CompHealth, Division of CHG Healthcare

Oct 2016 - Oct 2020 (4 years)

Executive leader of HR, Talent, L&D, and Culture for 1,000+ employees including 750 physician recruiters. Managed a $1M employee experience budget and led transformation initiatives that improved employee retention and reduced operational costs.

HR Leadership Talent Management Employee Retention Workforce Planning

Director, Human Resources / Senior Director, Talent Management

CHG Healthcare

Aug 2006 - Oct 2016 (10 years 2 months)

Built and scaled HR infrastructure during a period of rapid growth across CHG divisions. Directed HR, L&D, Talent Acquisition, and Total Rewards functions with a team of 28, including 5 Director-level reports.

Talent Acquisition Total Rewards Leadership Development Succession Planning Compensation Strategy

Division HR Manager / Area Representative

Wendy's International LLC

Aug 1998 - Aug 2006 (8 years)

Managed HR for 158 corporate restaurants and advised 235 franchise locations across the Mountain Division. Developed manager training programs that improved retention and leadership readiness.

HR Management Employee Retention Leadership Readiness Compliance Regional HR

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Wharton Executive Education

Certificate, HR Management & Analytics

Completed an executive education program focusing on advanced human resources management and data analytics. Gained insights into strategic HR practices and leveraging data for informed decision-making.

Utah State University

Bachelor of Science, Human Resources Management

Earned a Bachelor of Science degree with a focus on Human Resources Management. Additionally, completed a minor in Finance, providing a comprehensive understanding of business operations and financial principles.

Brigham Young University–Idaho (Ricks College)

Associate of Science, Business

Obtained an Associate of Science degree in Business. Developed foundational knowledge in business principles and practices, preparing for further academic and professional pursuits.