Alison Brawner

About Alison Brawner

Human Resources Executive with 25 years of progressive experience and a proven track record of leveraging the HR function to drive transformative change aligned with business strategy. Known for deep functional expertise across all HR disciplines and a strong talent strategy orientation, consistently aligning human capital initiatives with organizational objectives.Respected for high-integrity leadership and trusted influence across global teams. Lead with dynamic energy and purpose, cultivating followership and fostering a culture of inclusion, accountability, and performance excellence. Skilled in building high-impact teams and strategic networks, prioritizing relationships that advance enterprise and stakeholder goals.Recognized for the ability to navigate complex challenges with maturity and tact—bringing courage and clarity to difficult but necessary conversations.

Experience

1. Vice President Human Resources

   Autoliv

   Jan 2017 — Present · Auburn Hills, MI, US

   Oversee Human Resources strategy and execution for the Americas division—spanning the United States, Canada, Mexico, and Brazil—with responsibility for approximately employees across 14 manufacturing plants, 4 technical centers, and 5 cross-dock facilities. Lead a high-performing team of HR leaders across the region, driving a unified vision aligned with global strategies and business objectives. Trusted advisor to the Division President and executive peers, influencing business and leadership culture, talent development, organizational growth, and overall people strategy. Lead the design and implementation of integrated strategies across Talent & Succession, Recruitment, Total Rewards, Marketing and Communications, Sustainability, Labor Relations, and Employment Cost Management.Collaborate with Corporate HR and Centers of Excellence to set direction, foster engagement, and operate in a matrixed environment to achieve business-specific goals across all HR disciplines. Active contributor to Global Talent and Sustainability committees, and Division Investment and Transformation Steering Committee. Board Member, Global Autoliv Safety Foundation.

Education

• INSEAD

  Competitive Strategy

• Western Kentucky University

  Bachelor's Degree, Communication and Education

  1996 — 1998

Skills

• Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (Fmea)
• Kaizen
• Human Resources
• Organizational Development
• Leadership Development
• Strategic Planning
• Six Sigma
• Strategy
• Succession Planning
• 5s
• HR Policies
• Leadership
• Training
• Manufacturing