Richard Chambers, PhD, is the Head of Organizational Agility & Transformation at General Mills. In this role, he leads an enterprise practice focused on change management, organizational design, and team effectiveness. With over a decade of experience in talent management, Richard has demonstrated expertise in leading teams and implementing a wide range of talent practices. Including the creation, evolution, and activation of comprehensive talent strategies that drive organizational success. Previously, he led the global assessment practice and talent management teams for Supply Chain and R&D functions at General Mills, working closely with HR Business Partners to activate global talent processes and accelerate the development of top talent within the organization. Prior to his roles at General Mills, Richard worked in PepsiCo’s Organizational Development CoE. Richard’s academic journey led him to earn a doctorate in Industrial and Organizational Psychology from Louisiana Tech University. Throughout his career, he has shared his research and insights by publishing practitioner and scholarly articles and presenting his findings at conferences such as the Society for Industrial and Organizational Psychology (SIOP), American Psychological Association (APA), and Midwestern Psychological Association (MPA).

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