Kimberley Adkin
Vice President Human Resources @Interfor
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WORK HISTORY
Vice President Human Resources @Interfor
Start here. Go far. Our mission is to build value in everything we do, every day. That means something to each of the 5,200 people that make up Interfor. Whether our days are spent in woodlands, sawmills, offices — or all of the above — it’s the shared focus on excellence that drives us. It’s also helped us to become one of the largest and most diverse lumber companies in the world. As we continue to grow, we are looking for motivated team players who want to invest their future with us.
EDUCATION
University of Guelph
Bachelor’s Degree, Business/Commerce, General
Simon Fraser University
Bachelor’s Degree, Business Administration, Management and Operations
SKILLS
ABOUT KIMBERLEY ADKIN
Hey there, nice to connect! As Vice President of Human Resources at Interfor, I lead with the belief that people strategy and business strategy must move in lockstep. I bring a strategic, people-first approach to leadership, grounded in resilience, innovation, and a passion for organizational growth.My leadership style blends assertiveness with a grounded presence, enabling me to navigate change with clarity and confidence. I’m energized by collaboration and driven by outcomes, but what matters most to me isn’t just the work - it’s the dedicated people who make it happen. I value the alignment between our mission and the individuals who bring it to life every day.At Interfor, I’ve led transformative initiatives that include redesigning compensation and incentive programs, developing talent pipelines to meet future skills needs, cultivating a high-performance culture, and modernizing our HR technology stack to support scalable, data-informed decision-making. I’ve also played a key role in leading integration and divestiture activities, ensuring that people, culture, and continuity remain central through times of organizational change.What sets me apart in leading the People function is my ability to think strategically and solve complex challenges with clarity and foresight. I bring a bold yet steady presence - balancing big-picture thinking with practical execution, and enthusiasm with thoughtful reflection. This allows me to build trust, foster inclusion, and drive people strategies that are not only aligned with business goals but also deeply human at their core.If you\'re passionate about building future-ready organizations and aligning mission with the people who power it, let’s connect.Specialties:Leader - Leading high-performing teamsBusiness Partner - Partnering with business leaders to execute people objectivesTalent Management - Defining, developing, and executing a talent management strategyTotal Rewards - Designing and delivering competitive and responsive total rewards programs HR Technology - Creating HRIS roadmap & people analytics strategyEmployer Branding - Positioning as an employer of choice
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