Pamela Puryear, PhD

Pamela Puryear, PhD

Stamford, Connecticut, United States
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Volunteer Experience

  • The Conference Board Graphic

    Advisory Board Member, Human Capital Center

    The Conference Board

    - Present 1 year 11 months

    The Conference Board (TCB) is a research think tank that delivers business insights to 1,000 public and private organizations in 60 countries.

  • The Executive Leadership Council (ELC) Graphic

    Chairperson, The CHRO (Chief Human Resources Officer) Cohort

    The Executive Leadership Council (ELC)

    - Present 1 year 2 months

    The Executive Leadership Council (ELC ) is the preeminent member organization for the development of Global Black leaders. The ELC's mission is to increase the number of successful Black executives – both domestically and internationally – by adding value to their development, leadership and philanthropic endeavors throughout the life cycle of their careers, thereby resulting in the strengthening of their companies, organizations and communities.

  • Connecticut Children's Graphic

    Former Board Member

    Connecticut Children's

  • Healthcare Businesswomen’s Association Graphic

    Former Advisory Board Member

    Healthcare Businesswomen’s Association

  • Leading Educators Graphic

    Former Board Member

    Leading Educators

  • Former Board Member

    Illinois Performance Excellence

  • Former Board Member

    Big Brothers Big Sisters of the San Francisco Bay Area

Publications

  • Why Leaders Need the Courage to Pay Attention to Emotions in the Workplace

    HR Daily Advisor

    See publication

  • Culture and Strategy Should Meet For Breakfast (Essay)

    Learning Beyond the Classroom: Producing Competitive Business Results

    Pam contributed an essay to this collection curated by the Executing Learning Exchange. The book can be purchased at Amazon and the essay can be found in the Strategy section of the book. All proceeds go to benefit RightStart4Kids a 501c3 nonprofit organization.

Honors & Awards

  • 2023 Most Influential Women Corporate Board Directors

    WomenInc. Magazine

  • 2021 "Elite 100"

    Diversity Woman Magazine

    A tribute to Black women executives who are changing the face of corporate America.

  • 2019 Executive Leadership Council (ELC) Inductee

    Executive Leadership Council

    The ELC is the preeminent membership organization committed to increasing the number of global Black executives. Our mission is to increase the number of successful black executives —both domestically and internationally —by adding value to their development, leadership, and philanthropic endeavors throughout the life-cycle of their careers thereby strengthening their companies, organizations, and communities.

  • 2017 Most Powerful Executives in Corporate America

    Black Enterprise Magazine

    Black Enterprise Magazine recognizes men and women who ensure their corporations’ market leadership through revenue generation, profitability, market share, and strategic development. As such, they hold top-tier and executive officer positions within the entire enterprise; operate core subsidiaries and divisions, and maintain billion-dollar budget authority. Positions include those with oversight of operations, sales, marketing, technological infrastructure, data science, product development…

    Black Enterprise Magazine recognizes men and women who ensure their corporations’ market leadership through revenue generation, profitability, market share, and strategic development. As such, they hold top-tier and executive officer positions within the entire enterprise; operate core subsidiaries and divisions, and maintain billion-dollar budget authority. Positions include those with oversight of operations, sales, marketing, technological infrastructure, data science, product development and overall talent management and training.

  • 2017 Top 50 Most Powerful Women in Business

    Black Enterprise Magazine

    The Top 50 Most Powerful Women in Business is culled from thousands of potential candidates across numerous industries, including the finance, pharmaceutical, and retail sectors. These executives have authority over budgets totaling billions of dollars and control subsidiaries, divisions, or departments that affect the fiscal health and direction of their businesses.

  • 2016 Trailblazer Award

    National Association of African Americans in Human Resources (NAAAHR)

    The Trailblazer Award is given to an outstanding human resources professional who has shown exceptional leadership, exemplary character and a commitment to excellence. The National Association of African Americans in Human Resources (NAAAHR), is an inspirational and unique career development and networking powerhouse for Black and African American human resources practitioners and those who are aligned with our goals to provide: Networking, Career Opportunities, Educational and Professional…

    The Trailblazer Award is given to an outstanding human resources professional who has shown exceptional leadership, exemplary character and a commitment to excellence. The National Association of African Americans in Human Resources (NAAAHR), is an inspirational and unique career development and networking powerhouse for Black and African American human resources practitioners and those who are aligned with our goals to provide: Networking, Career Opportunities, Educational and Professional Development, Mentorship and Coaching and Tools, Tips and Resources.

  • 2015 Profile: Leading Learner

    Society of Human Resources Professionals (SHRM) HR Magazine

    HR Leader profiled in the magazine as a customer-centric HR professional focused on developing a learning culture.

  • 2015 Illinois' Most Powerful and Influential Women

    Illinois Diversity Council

    The Illinois Most Powerful and Influential Woman Award is given annually to women who have overcome barriers to climb to the top of their organizations. The Illinois Diversity Council is a non-profit organization committed to fostering a learning environment for organizations to grow in their knowledge of diversity. The council affords opportunities for organizations to share best practices and learn from top corporate leaders in the areas of diversity and inclusion.

  • 2014 Multicultural Leadership Award

    National Diversity Council

    There is something to be said of those who achieve excellence despite the odds. While minorities are still underrepresented in powerful leadership positions, there are still those who demonstrate the determination needed to make a difference. The National Diversity Council seeks not only to uphold and promote the principles of diversity and leadership but also seeks to recognize those individuals who personify those principles. The Multicultural Leadership Award is designed to recognize…

    There is something to be said of those who achieve excellence despite the odds. While minorities are still underrepresented in powerful leadership positions, there are still those who demonstrate the determination needed to make a difference. The National Diversity Council seeks not only to uphold and promote the principles of diversity and leadership but also seeks to recognize those individuals who personify those principles. The Multicultural Leadership Award is designed to recognize individuals of color who have made a difference through their achievements and exemplify the ability to excel in their field.

  • 2014 Learning In Practice Award

    Chief Learning Officer Magazine

    Honored to receive the silver award in the Business Impact category of the Learning In Practice Award, given to learning executives who have demonstrated exceptional business impact through their workforce development programs. Considered one of the highest honors in the workforce development field, the Learning In Practice Awards recognize Chief Learning Officers for their leadership in developing and executing enterprise education initiatives.

    "The Learning In Practice awards were…

    Honored to receive the silver award in the Business Impact category of the Learning In Practice Award, given to learning executives who have demonstrated exceptional business impact through their workforce development programs. Considered one of the highest honors in the workforce development field, the Learning In Practice Awards recognize Chief Learning Officers for their leadership in developing and executing enterprise education initiatives.

    "The Learning In Practice awards were launched 11 years ago to call attention to the individuals and organizations that not only raise the bar for workforce development but also raise awareness of its power as a business driver and competitive advantage," said Mike Prokopeak, editor-in-chief of Human Capital Media, which publishes Chief Learning Officer magazine.

  • 2014 Chief Learning Officer Cover & Article

    Chief Learning Officer (CLO)

    Honored with a cover and profile in the February 2014 issue of Chief Learning Officer (CLO) Magazine. The feature highlights Pam’s nearly 30 year career, and focuses on her current role as one of the architects of culture transformation at Hospira.

  • 2012 HR Rising Star Award

    HR Executive Magazine

    HR's Rising Stars exemplify the types of initiative and dedication to personal and organizational growth that will likely propel them to the tops of HR organizations--or perhaps even higher--one day.
    -Kristen Frasch, HR Executive Magazine

Organizations

  • Center on Executive Compensation

    Former Member

  • Extraordinary Women on Boards

    Member

  • Human Resources Policy Association (HRPA)

    Former Member

  • Management Leadership for Tomorrow (MLT)

    Former Consultant

  • National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD)

    Member

  • Oliver Wyman Delta Organization & Leadership Executive Learning Center

    Former Member of Affiliate Faculty

  • Organizational Development Network (ODN)

    Member

  • Presidio Graduate School

    Former Adjunct Faculty

  • Professional Coaches and Mentors Association (PCMA)

    Member

  • Robert Toigo Foundation

    Former Consultant

  • Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM)

    Member

  • Society of Human Resources Professionals (SHRM)

    Former Member

  • Women Corporate Directors

    Member

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