Doug Paterson

Global Chief Human Resources Officer @Horizon Air Freight

New York, NY, US

As Chief Human Resources Officer at a private equity–backed company, I’m focused on transforming human capital into a true engine of growth. My role sits at the intersection of strategy, culture, and execution—partnering with the CEO, board, and investment partners to drive value creation, accelerate talent initiatives, and scale the organization with purpose and agility.I thrive in fast-paced, high-growth environments where building something meaningful from the ground up is part of the journey. From M&A integration and org design to leadership development and succession planning, I bring both a strategic mindset and operational discipline to the table. I’m passionate about cultivating high-performance cultures, aligning people to mission-critical goals, and unlocking potential at every level of the organization.Above all, I believe great companies are built by great people—and I’m here to make sure we have the right talent, in the right roles, at the right time.

Purdue University

B.S.

University of Oxford

Oxford Executive Strategy Program

National Louis University

M.S.