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Mike Kent
Mike Kent
Independent Mediator, Executive Coach and HR Consultant | Self Employed
Oakland, California, United States
Mike Kent
Summary
Mike Kent is an accomplished Independent Mediator, Executive Coach, and HR Consultant based in Oakland, California, with a robust background in human resources and administration spanning over three decades. He has extensive global experience across high-tech, service, and manufacturing sectors, adept at navigating both union and non-union environments. Mike has a proven track record in corporate transformations, change management, and strategic HR interventions that align with business objectives. His unique blend of technical knowledge and consultative skills has enabled him to effectively mentor and lead teams in various organizational settings. Notably, Mike has contributed to significant initiatives in employee engagement, compensation strategies, and diversity programs. He is also a volunteer leader at the HR Strategy Forum, enhancing HR capabilities in Northern California. With a strong educational foundation from Columbia University and Yale, Mike continues to influence the HR landscape through thought leadership and practical solutions.
Mike Kent
Work Experience
Independent Mediator, Executive Coach and HR Consultant at
Self Employed
January 2011 - Present
Board Member at
HR Strategy Forum
November 2000 - Present
VP & Executive Consultant at
Jeitosa Group International, LLC
March 2008 - November 2014
Senior VP, Employee Services at
Salesforce
January 2007 - January 2008
VP, HR Services at
Robert Shaw Insurance
January 1999 - January 2006
Senior VP, Corporate Development at
Zurich Insurance Group AG
January 1998 - January 1999
Sr. VP, Human Resources & Services at
Elevance Health Inc.
January 1988 - January 1998
Senior VP, Human Resources & Services at
Empire BlueCross
January 1988 - January 1998
VP, Human Resources at
Teledyne LeCroy
January 1984 - January 1988
Director, Personnel & Employee Relations at
ITT Inc.
January 1978 - January 1981
Mike Kent
Education
Columbia University - Columbia Business School, Master Of Business Administration (M.B.A.)
Yale University, Ba
Frequently Asked Questions about Mike Kent
What company does Mike Kent work for?
Mike Kent is a Independent Mediator, Executive Coach and HR Consultant at Self Employed.
Where Mike Kent graduated from?
Mike Kent holds a degree in International Business, Organizational Behavior from Columbia University - Columbia Business School.
Who is Mike Kent?
Mike Kent is an accomplished Independent Mediator, Executive Coach, and HR Consultant based in Oakland, California, with a robust background in human resources and administration spanning over three decades. He has extensive global experience across high-tech, service, and manufacturing sectors, adept at navigating both union and non-union environments. Mike has a proven track record in corporate transformations, change management, and strategic HR interventions that align with business objectives. His unique blend of technical knowledge and consultative skills has enabled him to effectively mentor and lead teams in various organizational settings. Notably, Mike has contributed to significant initiatives in employee engagement, compensation strategies, and diversity programs. He is also a volunteer leader at the HR Strategy Forum, enhancing HR capabilities in Northern California. With a strong educational foundation from Columbia University and Yale, Mike continues to influence the HR landscape through thought leadership and practical solutions.