Rob Ackley
HR Leader | Chief Human Resources Officer | Talent Strategy | Culture Transformation | M&A Integration | Organizational Agility
- Role
- Advisory Network Member at Changeengine
- Location
- Marion, IA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Rob Ackley
Human capital has always been the center of business transformation, and throughout my career as a senior HR executive, I’ve made it my mission to ensure people strategy is not only aligned with business goals but driving them. As EVP and CHRO, I’ve partnered directly with the CEO, Operations Leaders, and boards to shape agile, engaged, and future-ready workforces. Whether leading M&A integrations, reimagining total rewards, or elevating leadership pipelines, I bring a data-informed, people-first approach that delivers measurable outcomes.I’ve had the privilege of contributing to the broader HR conversation through various industry interviews and features, including CHRO Daily and Human Resources Director Magazine. I’m also the author of The Seesaw Strategy: Discovering and Implementing a Successful Work/Life Balance, a published book in which I share practical insights on creating enduring careers balanced with needs outside of the office.From building talent strategies that scale to navigating global compliance to building cultures that empower the workforce, I thrive in complexity and bring clarity, alignment, and results to every initiative I lead.Focus Areas:• Strategic Workforce Planning & Talent Acquisition• Leadership Development & Succession Planning• M&A Due Diligence & Post-Merger Integration• Global HR Operations & Compliance• Total Rewards & Benefits Optimization• Culture Building & Employee Engagement• Change Leadership & Organizational DesignI’m always open to connecting with fellow leaders, innovators, and organizations seeking to elevate their people strategy. Let’s connect and explore how we can drive meaningful impact…together.
Experience
Advisory Network Member
Jan 2025 — Present
The way companies communicate with employees has changed thanks to remote work. ChangeEngine is a cutting-edge, results driven platform that uses real marketing tactics to boost employee engagement. As an advisor, I offer my expertise in Human Resources to help them make that possible.
Education
Tennessee Tech University - College of Business
Graduate Studies, Business
2004 — 2005
Tarrant County College
Certification, Adult Education / Management
2008 — 2009
Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM)
SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) Certification
2015
Human Resources Certification Institute (HRCI)
Professional in Human Resources (PHR) Certification
2013
Cornell University
Strategic Human Resources Leadership Certificate
2017 — 2018
PRITCHETT, LP
Merger and Acquisition Integration - Certification
2014
University of Oregon
Bachelor of Science, Political Science
1995 — 1999
Skills
- Volunteer Management
- Fundraising
- Alumni Relations
- Team Leadership
- Philanthropy
- Annual Fund
- Event Planning
- Recruiting
- Staff Development
- Voice Quality
- Management
- Employee Relations
- Strategic Planning
- Leadership
- Human Resources
- Employee Training
- Non-Profits
- Public Speaking
- Annual Giving
- Nonprofits
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