Introducing Hearst’s most senior human resources executive, leading companywide strategy, programs and human capital management support, while maintaining “a longstanding tradition of local oversight of the majority of human resource decision-making.”
Taking the position of SVP/Chief People Officer at Hearst is Rachel Kay.
“Since joining us in 2019, Rachel has distinguished herself thanks to her judgment, strategic thinking and innovation,” said Hearst President and Chief Executive Officer Steven R. Swartz. “She will be a great partner to me, our new Chief Operating Officer Jordan Wertlieb and all of our group heads and senior human resource executives across the company in forging the future of our workforce and our workplace.”
Wertlieb added, “The role of the chief people officer could not be more important today, where the focus on attracting and retaining talent and providing an inclusive workplace is a major priority. “I look forward to working with Rachel in my new role as we continue to advance Hearst’s special culture.”
For the past four years, Kay has served as the VP/Talent for Hearst. In this role, she has developed and led strategic initiatives related to recruiting, diversity and inclusion, compensation and talent planning across all of Hearst’s businesses.
Prior to Hearst, Kay spent 15 years at McKinsey & Company, starting as a consultant.
“Leading Hearst human resources is an exciting role at this time of growth and change across our diverse businesses, and I look forward to building upon the many distinctive strengths of our company in promoting it as a top workplace,” Kay said.
