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Very short pieces about HR executives in transition. Designed to illuminate HR Careers (LinkedIN where available in bold)

Brian Fraser has been promoted to senior vice president of People Services at Regency Centers where he will continue to oversee the company’s human resources function. He is responsible for the creation and implementation of all human resources policies, systems and practices that attract and retain high potential real estate professionals. Previously, Fraser held the position of Vice President of People Services. Fraser has been instrumental in leading Regency to be twice certified as the only “Employer of Choice” in its business sector, according to Quantum Workplace. He is based in the company’s Jacksonville headquarters and has been with Regency for nine years. Fraser is a graduate of Penn State University in University Park, Pa. Previously, he served as senior vice president of Human Resources for Homestead Guest Studios. He also worked with Blockbuster Entertainment and Foot Locker Corporation as a human resources consultant in operational management for more than thirteen years.
Great Wolf Resorts Inc., Madison, named Kim Reese corporate vice president of human resources.
The Navy compensation policy chief has been promoted to the Pentagon’s No. 1 military pay and allowances official. Jerilyn Busch has been appointed by Defense Secretary Robert Gates as the Defense Department director of military compensation, a Senior Executive Service position that falls under the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness, Military Personnel Policy. Busch’s predecessor, Virginia “Vee” Penrod, was reassigned last summer as the Pentagon’s principal director for military personnel policy — the No. 2 job in that office — but concurrently served as acting director of military compensation. Busch previously served as head of the Navy’s Military Pay and Compensation Policy Branch.
RSC Holdings Inc., one of the largest equipment rental providers in North America, announced today that it has appointed Mark W. Krivoruchka to the position of Senior Vice President, Human Resources. Mr. Krivoruchka is expected to assume his duties on March 8, 2010, and succeeds Bob Fox, who has agreed to resign and will pursue other opportunities.
Dan Tompkins has been appointed to the position of vice president of human resourcesof Electrolux Home Care Products, Tompkins has been with Electrolux Central Vacuum Systems (formerly Beam Industries), most recently as senior vice president of operations and finance. He first joined Electrolux in 1995 at the Electrolux Laundry Products facility in Webster City. Tompkins received his BBA in accounting from the University of Iowa and his CPA license soon after. Prior to joining Electrolux, Tompkins worked in public accounting for several years and then held various positions in finance and human resources at two different divisions of HON Industries in Mt. Pleasant.

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John Sumser

John Sumser is a principal analyst for HRExaminer, an independent analyst firm covering HR Technology and the intersection of people, tech, and work. John’s mix of experience over the course of his career gives him a broad and unique perspective on the industry. Like anyone trying to process a lot of information, he is two or three steps ahead in some areas and still learning about others. Sumser’s work includes deep research into the nooks and crannies of HR Technology to identify and explain rapidly evolving trends. Built on a foundation of engineering, design, and philosophy, John’s seeks to understand and advise clients on where their technology works best, for whom, and in what context. Each year, John examines the insides of hundreds of companies, their products, and ecosystems. He delivers vendor analysis by building the framework from which to deliver the critique. He is constantly connecting and making visible the front end of change. He can help you see the path of evolution and the risks on the journey. The HRExaminer is Sumser’s vehicle for understanding and explaining the inner workings of the industry. With three weekly podcasts, and written commentary, he covers emerging ideas, the state of the industry, and the executives who operate it.

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