Courtney Richardson

About Courtney Richardson

Strategic Senior Human Resources Executive with over 21 years of progressive leadership experience in retail and technology, spanning both corporate and field environments. Known as a dynamic, influential partner to large and diverse client groups, with a proven record of driving business performance through talent strategy, organizational effectiveness, and inclusive leadership. My work integrates enterprise-level HR strategy with operational excellence—leading functions including Total Rewards, HR Shared Services, Policy and Compliance, and HR Product. I bring a systems-level mindset to building scalable, people-centered solutions that align with business priorities and foster a high-performing, values-driven culture.Core Areas of ExpertiseTalent Strategy | Organizational Design | HR Shared Services | Leadership Development | Employee Engagement | Succession Planning | Policy & Compliance | Cross-Functional Program Delivery | Executive Compensation | Benefits & Compensation | Well-Being | Economic Development & Social Impact

Experience

1. Senior Vice President, Total Rewards & Shared Services

   Target

   Jun 2025 — Present · Minneapolis, MN, US

   Currently leading a broad portfolio of enterprise HR functions that shape the end-to-end team member experience at Target—including Total Rewards (compensation, executive pay, benefits, relocation, and immigration), HR Shared Services, HR Product, and Policy & Compliance. I drive cohesive, scalable, and inclusive solutions that reflect Target’s values and business priorities, while enabling operational excellence and a seamless, digitally empowered HR experience for over team members. By aligning culture, strategy, and technology, I help ensure our people programs are both high-impact and future-ready.

Education

• University of San Diego

  Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Communication and Media Studies

  1999 — 2003

• University of San Diego

  Master of Arts (M.A.), Leadership Studies

  2003 — 2004

Skills

• Performance Management
• Employee Training
• Leadership
• Driving Results
• Expense Management
• Loss Prevention
• Retail
• Strategy
• Succession Planning
• Facilities Management
• Team Leadership
• Management
• Team Building
• Communication Skills
• Human Resources
• Recruiting
• Onboarding
• Coaching
• Start-Ups
• Store Operations
• Field Operations
• Project Management
• Healthcare
• Personnel Management
• Employee Relations
• New Business Development
• Talent Management
• Strategic Human Resources Leadership
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Employee Engagement