As a testament to his success, Mr. McCormick achieved notable recognition as one of the most visionary human resource professionals of 2023 by CIO Today magazine.
SAN FRANCISCO, CA, March 11, 2024 /24-7PressRelease/ — Christopher McCormick has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who’s Who. As in all Marquis Who’s Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.
Mr. McCormick stands out as a seasoned professional in the human resources sector, currently serving as the senior director of talent, development, and inclusion at Gilead Sciences Inc. in San Francisco since 2021. With over two decades of experience, he has honed his expertise in managing cross-functional teams, influencing stakeholders, and navigating complex workplace dynamics. Mr. McCormick’s ability to disarm challenging individuals and defuse difficult situations has earned him recognition as an expert in his field.
Prior to joining Gilead Sciences Inc., Mr. McCormick was a senior human resources business partner of growth and health solutions at Blue Shield of California in San Francisco from 2020 to 2021. He also held significant positions at HP Inc., including as the global head of talent, learning, and diversity for personal systems and 3D printing between 2016 and 2019. Mr. McCormick’s tenure at Starbucks as part of leadership and global talent development from 2012 to 2015 was also influential in solidifying his reputation in talent management. Earlier in his career, Mr. McCormick garnered success with Bank of America, which spanned from 1997 to 2012, where he undertook various roles culminating as the vice president of transformation for employee readiness.
Adding to his career accomplishments, Mr. McCormick co-authored a research paper with Global Leadership Associates (GLA) on adult development and its role in supporting diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, which significantly impacted the industry. This work led to a series of podcast interviews and an ongoing collaboration with GLA to develop a comprehensive program based on the paper’s findings.
Civically active, Mr. McCormick is active on the OnCon Human Resources Senior Council for OnConferences. He has also been influential as a member and adviser for the Talent Development Think Tank and as an advisory board member for Lesbians Who Tech & Allies. Mr. McCormick previously spent over a decade as a program leader and over five years as a seminar leader for Landmark Education. Among other initiatives, he served as the head of volunteer coordination for the Lambert House, an LGBTQ youth house in Seattle, from 2004 to 2011.
Mr. McCormick’s educational background includes receiving a Bachelor of Fine Arts in musical theater from Webster University in 1996. Adding to his professional distinction, he has received several professional credentials as a NeuroLeadership Institute facilitator, Development Dimensions International facilitator, and, among others, as a senior professional career coach through the International Association of Career Coaches.
As a testament to his success, Mr. McCormick achieved notable recognition as one of the most visionary human resource professionals of 2023 by CIO Today magazine.
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