Brian D. Clark , SPHR, GPHR

Chief Human Resources Officer at Hoonigan

Denver, Colorado, United States

About

I am a Global Human Resources leader creating and executing people strategies in fast growth start ups to highly matrixed large global organizations. I am known for building high trust relationships and partnerships at all levels across the business and in diverse cultural environments. I have US and international industry experience in manufacturing, consumer product goods, information technology, financial services, media, education and business process outsourcing. I bring humility and humor to my everyday interactions, helping break down barriers, establishing a diverse, inclusive, fun and energetic work environment. I build people strategies that enrich the workplace for all employees that increase engagement and customer satisfaction, while achieving the business objectives of the organization. Highlights of HR experience: • Business Partnering • Compensation and Benefits • Employee Relations • Department start-ups • Due Diligence • Global Human Resources • Global Mobility, Immigration, Expatriate Administration • Human Capital Management Systems (HCMS) • Merger and Acquisition Planning and Integration • Organization Development • Operations • Performance Management • PEO • Restructuring • Talent Acquisition • Talent Management, Engagement and Retention • SPHR and GPHR certified • Global perspective on business challenges and opportunities: international assignments in South Korea, India, Costa Rica. On the ground project work in multiple emerging market countries. Studied abroad in China.

Experience

  • [HOONIGAN] ()
    • EVP Chief Human Resources Officer
      Aug 2022 - Sep 2025 · 3 yrs 2 mos

      At Hoonigan, we aim to ignite and celebrate the spirit of automotive culture worldwide. With nearly four decades of industry leadership, we are committed to providing enthusiasts with cutting-edge products and unmatched expertise across lighting, wheels, suspension, and accessories. We empower our community to express their unique style, push the boundaries of performance, and unite in their shared passion for vehicular enjoyment Hoonigan’s portfolio of aftermarket vehicle enhancements include Wheel Pros, the wheel industry’s leader, from the racetrack to the dirt, since 1996. An aftermarket wheel manufacturer and distributor with a network of more than 25,000 dealers in over 30 countries around the world. Among its high-visibility wheel brands are American Racing, KMC Wheels, ATX Wheels, Moto Metal and Motegi Racing. TeraFlex a designer, manufacturer and distributor of aftermarket suspensions, shocks, dampers, steering, axles, and other components for the Jeep Wrangler and Driven Lighting Group a designer, marketer, influencer and online retailer of enthusiast aftermarket lighting products. To find out more, visit www.hoonigan.com

    • Vice President Human Resources
      Jun 2021 - Jul 2022 · 1 yr 2 mos

  • Molson Coors Beverage Company (9 yrs 6 mos)
    • VP, Chief People and Diversity Officer - International
      Oct 2016 - Feb 2020 · 3 yrs 5 mos

      Key member of business unit leadership team reporting to division President and Global Chief People and Diversity Officer. Developed, led and executed the people strategy for entrepreneurial emerging markets division disbursed across 18 countries in US, LATAM and APAC. Voice of the business to HR Centers of Excellence (COE) development and delivery.

    • Director Human Resources
      May 2013 - Oct 2016 · 3 yrs 6 mos

      Managed a team of HR Business Partners to drive employee engagement and retention, compliance, HCMS, organizational design, performance management, talent development, talent acquisition and succession planning.

    • Senior Human Resources Business Partner
      Sep 2010 - Apr 2013 · 2 yrs 8 mos

      Partnered with Finance, IT, Legal, Marketing, Sales, Strategy and Supply Chain leadership and teams on all HR related activities across 10 countries. Implemented and supported HR processes across acquisitions, employee relations, learning, organizational transformation, talent acquisition, talent planning and total rewards.

  • Human Resources Consultant at Edventures Abroad
    Jan 2009 - Sep 2010 · 1 yr 9 mos

    Provided human resources expertise, consulting, coaching, and service to meet business objectives. Introduced a variety of new Human Resources tools and services.

  • Bank of America (4 yrs 3 mos)
    • SVP International Human Resources
      May 2007 - Dec 2008 · 1 yr 8 mos

      Drove high impact global HR initiatives (specifically in Talent Acquisition, Compensation and Benefits, HRIS, ER, Learning, OD, Policies and Processes, Talent Management) for rapidly growing and highly matrixed business of 5000+ employees in six countries.

    • VP International Human Resources
      Oct 2005 - May 2007 · 1 yr 8 mos

      Partnered with country HR teams to integrate and align international HR policies, processes and programs with corporate HR strategy where appropriate. Monitored, researched and presented international market trends for compensation and benefits to ensure competitive positioning.

    • Sr. Advisor Strategic Initiatives and International HR
      Oct 2004 - Oct 2005 · 1 yr 1 mo

      Supported US and UK business partners on India HR activities including compensation and benefits, recruitment and selection, policies and procedures, organizational development as well as employee relations.

  • Global HR Specialist at Triniti Corporation
    Jul 2003 - Sep 2004 · 1 yr 3 mos

    Provided HR generalist support to US and H1-B employees as well as expatriates and TCNs in a software development and IT consulting services environment of globally dispersed employees. Partnered with management in India and Japan to develop and implement HR programs, policies and processes.