Benjamin Langner

CEO

Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin, United States13 yrs 10 mos experience

Highly Stable

Key Highlights

Led global HR transformations across multiple regions.
Built high-trust teams focused on performance and culture.
Pioneered data-driven HR strategies for organizational growth.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a strategic HR leader with expertise in global talent management and organizational development.

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Skills

Core Skills

Hr StrategyGlobal Hr LeadershipHr OperationsHr Business PartneringTalent DevelopmentTalent AcquisitionEmployee RelationsTeam LeadershipTalent Management

Other Skills

Organizational DesignPeople AnalyticsExecutive CoachingLaborEmployment LawStrategic Human Resources LeadershipNiche Talent AcquisitionHR ConsultingStakeholder ManagementInvestigationExecutive LeadershipStrategic CommunicationsTotal RewardsConflict PreventionConflict Resolution

About

HR should be clear, aligned, and built to drive results. That’s what I do. As VP of HR, I lead a global HR team that supports thousands of employees across 17+ countries focused on building systems that elevate people and performance. My work spans HR Operations, Talent Development, Talent Acquisition, Total Rewards, People Systems, HR Business Partnering, and every moment of the employee experience, from onboarding to offboarding and everything in between. Known for building high-trust teams, driving clarity in complex moments, and scaling HR systems that actually work, for the business and the people. I’ve led transformations in compensation, rebuilt internal recruitment under HR, shaped global skills strategies, and repositioned HRBPs from reactive support to true business partners. My approach is both business-minded and human. I believe in doing what’s right, even when it’s hard. I ask the tough questions. I move quickly when the time is right and hold the line when it’s not. And I never lose sight of the people at the center of the work. Today, Im focused on building what’s next in HR. Real leadership, real systems, and real outcomes. Outside the day job, I share insights, lessons, and honest takes about HR, leadership, and the real work of culture-building. If you’re here to make HR better, for your people and your business, I’m glad we crossed paths.

Experience

13 yrs 10 mos

Total Experience

4 yrs 8 mos

Average Tenure

4 yrs 6 mos

Current Experience

Wilson

3 roles

Vice President Human Resources

Promoted

Jul 2025 – Present · 10 mos

Lead Wilsons Global HR function, shaping an enterprise strategy that scales across regions, elevates performance, and strengthens culture through clarity, accountability, and modern HR infrastructure
Serve as a strategic partner to the executive team, translating business priorities into people systems, structures, and practices that accelerate growth and organizational readiness
Building a high-leverage HR model focused on innovation, simplification, and trust while advancing the business through data-driven insight, leadership excellence, and global alignment

Organizational DesignPeople AnalyticsHR StrategyGlobal HR Leadership

Director of HR Operations

Promoted

Oct 2023 – Jul 2025 · 1 yr 9 mos

Lead global HR operations across NAM, EMEA, LATAM, and APAC, driving consistency, compliance, and scalability through a centralized HR Operations Hub
Oversee a high-performing team across HR administration, onboarding, offboarding, data integrity, and policy execution, with a strong focus on operational excellence and global service delivery
Partner with cross-regional leaders to localize HR processes, ensuring alignment with labor laws, cultural norms, and organizational strategy
Build and optimize workflows and automation strategies in Workday and supporting tools (e.g., Jira, Smartsheet) to increase efficiency, reduce manual touchpoints, and elevate employee experience
Drive talent compliance and governance efforts globally, owning audits, records, and reporting frameworks for internal and external stakeholders
Collaborate closely with the Total Rewards, People Systems, and Talent Development teams to deliver integrated, future-focused people strategies
Spearhead issue resolution for complex employee relations escalations, policy interpretation, and process ambiguity, especially in matrixed fast-evolving environments
Champion high-leverage HR moving beyond traditional service delivery to act as a strategic enabler for organizational growth and workforce readiness
Trusted advisor to senior leaders and executives, translating people insights into operational improvements and business impact

Executive CoachingLaborEmployment LawHR OperationsHR Business Partnering

Sr. Human Resources Business Partner, People Operations

Nov 2021 – Oct 2023 · 1 yr 11 mos

Partnered with senior leaders across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico to align people strategies with business goals
Led a regional HR team delivering full-scope support across onboarding, performance, compliance, and engagement
Drove HR operational excellence across North America, ensuring consistency, efficiency, and local compliance
Provided expert guidance on performance management, labor relations, and investigations
Acted as a key Workday lead for reporting, data integrity, and talent tracking across HR processes
Supported org design, headcount planning, and compensation reviews to align with evolving business needs
Coached leaders through complex people issues and change initiatives, strengthening overall manager capability
Balanced strategic advising with hands-on execution to deliver measurable workforce impact

Executive CoachingStrategic Human Resources LeadershipTalent DevelopmentHR Business Partnering

Generac power systems

Human Resources Manager

Sep 2021 – Nov 2021 · 2 mos · Waukesha, Wisconsin, United States

Partnered with Generac's 6,000+ Dealer Network to scale the Dealer Talent Network program.
Managed relationships with Dealers and Internal Stakeholders within all business groups.
Created and managed strategies that delivered results with, and through my team.
Implemented new technology into program to continue growth and scalability.
Gathered insights from data and reported out on overall program and Dealer success.
Developed and deployed robust marketing campaigns, which included, commercial advertising, website and banner ads, social media, and printed advertisement.
Created and developed the overall Dealer Talent Network program and materials.

Niche Talent AcquisitionTalent ManagementTalent AcquisitionHR Strategy

Manpowergroup

HR - North America People & Culture

Oct 2017 – Sep 2021 · 3 yrs 11 mos · Greater Milwaukee

Responsible for coaching and facilitating effective issue resolution on diverse and complex employee relations issues.
Consult with leaders across the organization to resolve a wide variety of complex employee relations issues (e.g. performance management, investigations, accommodations, wage and hour).
Contribute toward the success of the organization by building capabilities of colleagues across North America.
Adapt to changes in legal or regulatory environments as a subject matter expert on employment best practices.
Provide guidance and support on employee relations issues.
Research, prepare and deliver resource guides and webinars to proactively educate stakeholders on organizational practices, employment law topics, and trends.
Analyze trends and identify opportunities to improve business effectiveness.
Partner with other business partners to ensure team collaboration.

HR ConsultingHR Business PartneringEmployee RelationsHR Strategy

Target

Team Leader

May 2012 – Oct 2017 · 5 yrs 5 mos · Greater Milwaukee

Created and managed strategies and goals; delivering results through my team.
Read reporting and interpreted data to deliver on key results.
Knowledge of federal, state and local employment laws.
Supported business leaders; coaching and consulting with them in growing the business and selecting and developing their teams.
Utilized skills in recruiting, selecting and talent management of hourly team members and leaders.
Influencer across all levels and partners (e.g. hourly team members, senior leaders).
Planed, led and followed-up on organizational and operational changes.
Championed a culture where the team loved to work and guests loved to shop; recognized guest-centered behaviors and rewarded outstanding performance.
Led an open-door culture where team members felt heard and issues were quickly resolved.
Leveraged my expertise to guide store leaders in hiring and onboarding the talent with the right skills and experiences for their team by understanding guests’ and business needs.
Always demonstrated a culture of ethical conduct, safety and compliance; led the team to work in the same way and held others accountable to this commitment.