People strategy that serves the business
Workforce planning, organizational design, and compensation strategy aligned with growth and operational priorities.
GLOBAL HR EXECUTIVE · MINNESOTA + REMOTE
People first.
Business minded.
I’m Joe Leary. I help organizations navigate change, build stronger leaders, and connect people strategy to business goals.
Empathy and business judgment belong in the same conversation.
Let’s start a conversation ↗
A strategic partner.
A person who listens.
A person who listens.
20+years
Leading people strategy
4continents
Global leadership framework
1leader
Your next HR hire
WHERE I MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Clarity through change.
Strength through people.
Steady leadership through transition
Experience in private equity-backed organizations, M&A integration, and building standalone HR operations after divestiture.
Leaders who help others thrive
Executive coaching, leadership development, succession planning, and engagement programs that support stronger teams.
Selected Experience
Global experience across the United States, United Kingdom, India, Philippines, and Australia.
VenturEd Solutions
Senior Director, HR
Global B2B · EdTech
Leading global HR strategy for 500 employees across four countries during a post-divestiture transition. Built the HR operating model and rebuilt performance and succession frameworks.
Momentive Software
Global HR Director, Business Partner
B2B SaaS · serving non profits
Led global HR strategy and transformation for 1,300 employees across three newly acquired business verticals and corporate shared services, stabilizing organizations plagued by low morale and cultural misalignment through improved communication, leadership capability building, and data-driven retention initiatives.
Purpose Brands
HR Director, Business Partner
Global Franchisor · Wellness
Directed people programs across a multi-brand franchise portfolio, helped shape hybrid work strategies, and managed HR due diligence and acquisition integration.
Demant
HR Director
Medical Technology · Hearing Healthcare
Led HR operations for more than 700 employees across 29 states, with responsibilities spanning acquisitions, compensation, and HR systems.
Hydratight
HR Manager, Americas Region
Industrial Equipment & Services · Energy Sector
Led full-scope HR operations across the Americas and reduced U.S. external recruiting spend by 94% through digitization and internal capability building.
Credentials & education
LOOKING AHEAD
Ready for the right conversation.
I’m exploring Head of People, Director of HR, and VP of HR roles, along with fractional and advisory work. Based in Minnesota and open to remote opportunities, across industries and company sizes.
THE NEXT CONVERSATION
Good work starts
with understanding.
Let’s talk about your business, your people, and what comes next.