The Briller Group, LLC has placed Brannon Nicar as the Director, Talent Acquisition for SiteOne Landscape Supply. Brannon will serve as an important member of the HR Leadership team and will play an integral part in assembling a strong team built for continued growth and performance excellence. Brannon will be focused on developing and implementing the strategies, structure and processes to effectively attract, engage and hire a highly-qualified associate base across the organization.

Brannon is a seasoned Talent Acquisition leader. In past roles with Olin Corporation, Jacobs, and Carltech, he has proven himself as a professional who can assess organizational needs, identify talent solutions, develop and implement a human capital vision to achieve business goals.

Formerly known as John Deere Landscapes, SiteOne Landscape Supply is the largest and only national wholesale distributor of landscaping products in the United States and Canada serving residential and commercial landscape professionals. Through their network of over 460 branches across 45 states and five provinces, SiteOne offers a comprehensive selection of more than 90,000 products. With a world-class team of over 3,100 industry experts, SiteOne also provides industry- leading complementary services and business assistance to support product offering and to help customers operate and grow their businesses

Managing Partner, Mitch Briller of BBG led and completed the search. The Briller Group, LLC, www.bbgsearch.com, was founded in 1999 and specializes in human resources executive search assignments across a variety of industries

The Briller Group, LLC has placed Cara Stuart as an HRBP with Haemonetics. As a strategic partner, Cara will work closely with her client partners to align HR strategies to their business goals.

Previously with Hearts on Fire, Cara had the opportunity to build and implement new HR methodologies and processes to include a performance management philosophy, PeopleSoft, and talent management..

Haemonetics’s comprehensive portfolio of devices, information management, and consulting services offers blood management solutions for each facet of the blood supply chain — from plasma and blood collectors to hospitals. The company began their odyssey of success in 1971 with devices and consumables, which changed the way blood was collected and processed at plasma and blood collection centers, as well as in the surgical suite. As industry needs have changed, Haemonetics has evolved from a medical device company focused on blood processing systems to their current position as THE Global Leader in Blood Management Solutions. Today, as The Company enters its fifth decade, they believe that they are uniquely poised to transform the practice of blood management globally.

Managing Partner, Mitch Briller of BBG led and completed the search. The Briller Group, LLC, www.bbgsearch.com, was founded in 1999 and specializes in human resources executive search assignments across a variety of industries.

The Briller Group, LLC has placed Scott Sanfason as the Director, Human Resources Service Delivery – Global for Haemonetics. In this role, Scott will be responsible for developing a comprehensive strategy to best service the colleagues and HR in a shared services environment; with a focus on increasing the process efficiency, delivering exceptional HR service, and improving productivity.

Scott is a dynamic, results driven operations, human resources, and finance leader with 20+ years of experience and a history of delivering strong business results within a large, complex, global companies. Prior to joining Haemonetics, he spent over 15 years with Dell EMC.

Haemonetics’s comprehensive portfolio of devices, information management, and consulting services offers blood management solutions for each facet of the blood supply chain — from plasma and blood collectors to hospitals. The company began their odyssey of success in 1971 with devices and consumables, which changed the way blood was collected and processed at plasma and blood collection centers, as well as in the surgical suite. As industry needs have changed, Haemonetics has evolved from a medical device company focused on blood processing systems to their current position as THE Global Leader in Blood Management Solutions. Today, as The Company enters its fifth decade, they believe that they are uniquely poised to transform the practice of blood management globally.

Managing Partner, Mitch Briller of BBG led and completed the search. The Briller Group, LLC, www.bbgsearch.com, was founded in 1999 and specializes in human resources executive search assignments across a variety of industries.

The Briller Group, LLC has placed Latasha Kempadoo as a Senior Director, Human Resources for XPO Logistics.

Latasha’s previous experience includes roles with The Sun Products Corporation, The Dannon Company, and Colgate Palmolive.

XPO Logistics (NYSE: XPO) is a top ten global logistics company. The business are run as one highly integrated network of people, technology and physical assets in 31 countries, with over 90,000 employees and 1,435 locations. XPO uses their network to help customers manage their goods more efficiently throughout their supply chains.

Managing Partner, Mitch Briller of BBG led and completed the search. The Briller Group, LLC, www.bbgsearch.com, was founded in 1999 and specializes in human resources executive search assignments across a variety of industries.

The Briller Group, LLC has placed Christina Musso as Manager, University Relations for XPO Logistics.

Christina is an HR professional with broad experience across dynamic companies supporting a varied client population.

XPO Logistics (NYSE: XPO) is a top ten global logistics company. The business are run as one highly integrated network of people, technology and physical assets in 31 countries, with over 90,000 employees and 1,435 locations. XPO uses their network to help customers manage their goods more efficiently throughout their supply chains.

Managing Partner, Mitch Briller of BBG led and completed the search. The Briller Group, LLC, www.bbgsearch.com, was founded in 1999 and specializes in human resources executive search assignments across a variety of industries

The Briller Group, LLC has placed Matt Hladki as the SVP HR Less-Than-Truckload for XPO Logistics. In this role Matt will serve as the primary HR partner to the LTL Leadership team, and will lead a high performing HR function across the business unit.

Matt is a Senior HR leader with a proven track record of developing and implementing strategies designed to support the achievement of global business priorities. His previous experience spans global HR roles with GE, Stanley Black & Decker, and Celestia.

XPO Logistics (NYSE: XPO) is a top ten global logistics company. The business are run as one highly integrated network of people, technology and physical assets in 31 countries, with over 90,000 employees and 1,435 locations. XPO uses their network to help customers manage their goods more efficiently throughout their supply chains.

Managing Partner, Mitch Briller of BBG led and completed the search. The Briller Group, LLC, www.bbgsearch.com, was founded in 1999 and specializes in human resources executive search assignments across a variety of industries.

The Briller Group, LLC has placed Kim Azerski as the Vice President Total Rewards for Valeant Pharmaceuticals International, Inc. As part of the HR Senior Leadership Team, Kim will provide the leadership and strategic direction for the design, development, administration and management of all compensation and benefits related programs for Valeant Pharmaceuticals International.

An accomplished Total Rewards professional with broad industry experience, Kim has proven success in the strategic design and implementation of global compensation and benefit programs, mobility policies, company-wide HR communications and employee engagement, as well as rewards and payroll administration. Past experience includes roles with Coca Cola European Partners, Bear Sterns and Lucent.

Valeant Pharmaceuticals International, Inc. is a multinational, specialty pharmaceutical and medical device company anchored by a collection of world-class franchises and 22,000 employees worldwide who come to work each day with a common goal of improving people’s lives through Valeant’s healthcare products.

Valeant’s corporate headquarters are in Laval, Quebec, with U.S. headquarters in Bridgewater, N.J. The company has 22,000 employees.

Managing Partner, Mitch Briller of BBG led and completed the search. The Briller Group, LLC, www.bbgsearch.com, was founded in 1999 and specializes in human resources executive search assignments across a variety of industries

The Briller Group, LLC has placed Jean Casner as The VP Compensation, Benefits & HR Operations for Cantel Medical. Jean will oversee all elements of Compensation, Benefits and HR Operations across Cantel Medical, directly responsible for developing, implementing, and leading the Total Rewards strategies for the company. A key partner to senior management, Jean will ensure program alignment with the company’s business strategy and that delivery of capabilities is sufficient to achieve business success. In addition, Jean will have overall responsibility for HR Operations, inclusive of HRIS, HR Reporting, HR Metrics, HR policies and HR transactional services.

Most recently a Managing Partner with Crescere, a consulting firm, Jean worked on a broad range of HR assignments for clients. Prior this she spent 7 years with the NBA, where she was responsible for establishing the first global Total Rewards function, philosophy and programs. Earlier experience includes roles with J&J, Dial, and Merck.

Cantel Medical Corporation is a leading global company dedicated to delivering innovative infection prevention products and services for patients, caregivers, and other healthcare providers which improve outcomes, enhance safety and help save lives. Products include specialized medical device reprocessing systems for endoscopy and renal dialysis, advanced water purification equipment, sterilants, disinfectants and cleaners, sterility assurance monitoring products for hospitals and dental clinics, disposable infection control products primarily for dental and GI endoscopy markets, dialysate concentrates, hollow fiber membrane filtration and separation products. Additionally, the Company provides technical service for their products.

Managing Partner, Mitch Briller of BBG led and completed the search. The Briller Group, LLC, www.bbgsearch.com, was founded in 1999 and specializes in human resources executive search assignments across a variety of industries.

The Briller Group, LLC has placed Ann Costello-McLain as the Global Talent Management Leader, Technology Community for Corning, Inc. Ann joins Corning’s world-class HR organization and will be a key member of the high-performing Talent Management Center of Expertise. Ann will be responsible for developing and leading the planning, design, implementation, communication and delivery of Talent Management initiatives, programs and processes specific to the Technology Community groups, and will also serve as a leader on enterprise wide initiatives.

Ann is a highly accomplished Talent Management Leader. Her past experience includes diverse, global roles with Parker Hannifin Corporation. In her most recent role, Ann led global Talent Management process; including acquisition, development & retention for the Automation Group. Past roles were dedicated Talent as well as broader HR Generalist roles. Ann holds a BA from Western Michigan University and a MS in Positive Organizational Development & Change from Case Western Reserve University.

Headquartered in Corning, New York; Corning Incorporated is the world leader in specialty glass and ceramics. Drawing on more than 160 years of materials science and process engineering knowledge, Corning creates and makes keystone components that enable high-technology systems for consumer electronics, mobile emissions control, telecommunications and life sciences.

Managing Partner, Mitch Briller of BBG led and completed the search.The Briller Group, LLC, www.bbgsearch.com, was founded in 1999 and specializes in human resources executive search assignments across a variety of industries.

The Briller Group, LLC has placed Ana Valentin as the Division HR Manager, North
SiteOne Landscape Supply. As a key member of the HR and Division Leader teams, Ana will be responsible for developing and executing HR strategies that will support key Division business initiatives/objectives; while ensuring the right talent is in the right positions while driving development through all levels of the organization and leveraging HR best practices across the business.

An experienced HR Manager across multi-unit operations, Ana is a team builder with proven leadership and motivational qualities. Prior to joining SiteOne, Ana spent time with CVS Health, Friendly Ice Cream Corporation, and Aerosoles in HR and Sales leadership roles.

Formerly known as John Deere Landscapes, SiteOne Landscape Supply is the largest and only national wholesale distributor of landscaping products in the United States and Canada serving residential and commercial landscape professionals. Through their network of over 460 branches across 45 states and five provinces, SiteOne offers a comprehensive selection of more than 90,000 products. With a world-class team of over 3,100 industry experts, SiteOne also provides industry- leading complementary services and business assistance to support product offering and to help customers operate and grow their businesses

Managing Partner, Mitch Briller of BBG led and completed the search. The Briller Group, LLC, www.bbgsearch.com, was founded in 1999 and specializes in human resources executive search assignments across a variety of industries.

The Briller Group, LLC has placed Meg Lin as the Global Talent Management Leader, Corning Optical Communications for Corning, Inc. Meg joins Corning’s world-class HR organization and will be a key member of the high-performing Talent Management Center of Expertise. Ann will be responsible for developing and leading the planning, design, implementation, communication and delivery of Talent Management initiatives, programs and processes specific to the Corning Optical Communications business, and will also serve as a leader on enterprise wide initiatives.

Meg brings extensive experience in Talent Management and Leadership Development, working with a broad range of clients both internally and externally. She’s developed and implemented effective strategies, tools and processes that are tied to business needs and goals. As a Consultant, Meg worked with clients in a broad range of industries to consumer products and financial services, with employees located globally. Meg holds a BS double major in Mathematics and Statistics from the University of Michigan and an MBA from The Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth.

Headquartered in Corning, New York; Corning Incorporated is the world leader in specialty glass and ceramics. Drawing on more than 160 years of materials science and process engineering knowledge, Corning creates and makes keystone components that enable high-technology systems for consumer electronics, mobile emissions control, telecommunications and life sciences.

Managing Partner, Mitch Briller of BBG led and completed the search. The Briller Group, LLC, www.bbgsearch.com, was founded in 1999 and specializes in human resources executive search assignments across a variety of industries.

The Briller Group, LLC has placed Christin Biernat as the Director, Change Management & Organization Design for Verizon Communications Inc. Christin will play a key role in ensuring high-level, complex enterprise-wide transformation initiatives meet business, schedule and budget objectives. Her primary focus will be creating and implementing change management plans to drive faster adoption, greater utilization and higher proficiency on the changes impacting the organization such that business results are achieved.

Christin brings over 10 years of experience, gained across roles of increasing scope and responsibility within Honeywell’s world-class HR organization. In her most recent role, Christin served as the Director Organization Development & Learning for the Performance Materials and Technologies business. Working across multiple lines of business, Christin developed and implemented business aligned strategies to include leadership development, growth models, and culture change. Christin holds a BS in marketing & HR from SUNY – Buffalo, and a Masters in Industrial & Labor Relations from Cornell University.

Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE, Nasdaq: VZ) employs a diverse workforce of 177,700 and generated nearly $132 billion in 2015 revenues. Verizon operates America’s most reliable wireless network, with more than 112 million retail connections nationwide. Headquartered in New York, the company also provides communications and entertainment services over America’s most advanced fiber-optic network, and delivers integrated business solutions to customers worldwide.

Principal, Pat Feehan of BBG led and completed the search. The Briller Group, LLC, www.bbgsearch.com, was founded in 1999 and specializes in human resources executive search assignments across a variety of industries.

The Briller Group, LLC has placed Bryan Vetrecin as the AVP, Talent Acquisition for Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center. Bryan will oversee the strategic talent acquisition and workforce planning initiatives for staff and faculty; ensuring that the recruitment initiatives favorably align to the mission of attracting the best talent to meet the Medical Center's increasingly complex organizational needs. Additionally, he will provide direction on workforce planning functions such as organizational talent forecasting, internal talent pipelining, career progression, and research of trends in the marketplace which impact recruitment or retention efforts. Bryan will work collaboratively with other senior leaders within Human Resources and the Medical Center community to ensure a competitive position in attracting and retaining top talent.

Most recently with Vonage, Bryan led the Talent Acquisition function, responsible for all recruitment and hiring efforts as well as driving initiatives fore employer branding and university hiring. Earlier experience included Talent Acquisition and Organization Strategy/Development roles with Procurian, QBE, and Maersk. Bryan holds a BA in Psychology and a MA in I/O Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University.

Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center is a nationally recognized academic medical center and health system based in Winston-Salem, NC. The institution comprises Wake Forest School of Medicine, a leading center for medical education and research; Wake Forest Baptist Health, the integrated clinical structure; and Wake Forest Innovations, which promotes the commercialization of research discoveries. Clinical facilities include North Carolina Baptist Hospital, Brenner Children’s Hospital, and a network of affiliated community hospitals, physician practices, outpatient services and other medical facilities. The Medical Center has been ranked as one of “America’s Best Hospitals” by U.S. News & World Report since 1993.

Principal, Pat Feehan of BBG led and completed the search. The Briller Group, LLC, www.bbgsearch.com, was founded in 1999 and specializes in human resources executive search assignments across a variety of industries.

The Briller Group, LLC has placed Robbin Meyers as the AVP, HR Shared Services and HRIS for Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center. Robbin will develop and lead a transactional centralized service center which will serve as the primary HR contact for much of the WFBMC workforce population. Additionally she will manage and implement core HR technology and other HR/talent applications.

Robbin’s past experiences includes leadership roles in HR Shared Services, HR Technology, and HR Information Systems with companies to include Quad/Graphics, Brady Corporation and Time Warner Cable. Robbin holds a BBA in Business Administration from Catawba College and she is Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certified.

Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center is a nationally recognized academic medical center and health system based in Winston-Salem, NC. The institution comprises Wake Forest School of Medicine, a leading center for medical education and research; Wake Forest Baptist Health, the integrated clinical structure; and Wake Forest Innovations, which promotes the commercialization of research discoveries. Clinical facilities include North Carolina Baptist Hospital, Brenner Children’s Hospital, and a network of affiliated community hospitals, physician practices, outpatient services and other medical facilities. The Medical Center has been ranked as one of “America’s Best Hospitals” by U.S. News & World Report since 1993.

Principal, Pat Feehan of BBG led and completed the search. The Briller Group, LLC, www.bbgsearch.com, was founded in 1999 and specializes in human resources executive search assignments across a variety of industries.

The Briller Group, LLC has placed Linda Bussell as the AVP, Human Resources for Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center. In this role, Linda will lead the team of HR Business Partners across the Clinical, Research and Educational divisions. She will work closely with other HR and organization leaders to develop and deliver value-added and efficient service that reflects the objectives of the organization, and develop and implement policies and practices that support a positive, productive, and safe work environment for all Medical Center staff and faculty.

Linda joins Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center following 15 years spent in various HR Leadership roles with the Kellogg Company. In her last role, Linda was responsible for leading transformational efforts across the HR organization. Linda holds a BS in Public Administration from George Mason University.

Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center is a nationally recognized academic medical center and health system based in Winston-Salem, NC. The institution comprises Wake Forest School of Medicine, a leading center for medical education and research; Wake Forest Baptist Health, the integrated clinical structure; and Wake Forest Innovations, which promotes the commercialization of research discoveries. Clinical facilities include North Carolina Baptist Hospital, Brenner Children’s Hospital, and a network of affiliated community hospitals, physician practices, outpatient services and other medical facilities. The Medical Center has been ranked as one of “America’s Best Hospitals” by U.S. News & World Report since 1993.

Principal, Pat Feehan of BBG led and completed the search. The Briller Group, LLC, www.bbgsearch.com, was founded in 1999 and specializes in human resources executive search assignments across a variety of industries.