Art Barlow

About Art Barlow

Visionary human resources executive with over 20+ years of experience innovating talent management frameworks and Inclusion, Diversity, & Equity (I, D&E) initiatives to enhance organizational capabilities across multiple industries. Known for driving robust initiatives that align with corporate goals and foster an inclusive workplace culture. Proven record of leading successful programs in performance monitoring, talent planning, and succession, significantly improving talent retention and engagement across global operations. An influential leader who builds and directs high-performing teams, champions data-driven strategies, and leverages technology to streamline talent processes, ensuring alignment with business priorities.Areas of expertise include: Talent Management Strategies, Performance Management Systems, Succession Planning, Leadership Development, Stakeholder Engagement, I,D&E Frameworks, Employee Engagement Strategies, Data Analytics & Insight Utilization, HR Technology Implementation, Global HR Expertise, Talent Attraction & Retention, Change Enablement

Experience

1. Associate Director, Strategic Talent Management

   Boston Scientific

   Aug 2024 — Present

   I am the talent management partner for the MedSurg businesses, including Endoscopy, Urology and Neuromodulation.

Education

• University of Oregon

  MA, Economics

  1995 — 1998

• University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire

  BA, Economics, Political Science

  1991 — 1995

Skills

• Employee Engagement
• Blended Learning
• Leadership Development
• Affinity Groups
• Performance Management
• Organizational Development
• Onboarding
• Organizational Effectiveness
• Change Management
• Training
• Performance Consulting
• Diversity Program Development
• Needs Analysis
• Talent Management
• Diversity & Inclusion
• Training Delivery
• E-Learning
• Instructional Design
• Organizational Design
• Succession Planning
• Coaching