Laquesha Thompson serves as the Corporate Global Human Resource Director for Cummins Inc., where she plays a pivotal role in shaping the human resources landscape within the Global Logistics, Strategy, and North America Distribution and Transportation sectors. With a keen focus on aligning human resource...
Laquesha Thompson serves as the Corporate Global Human Resource Director for Cummins Inc., where she plays a pivotal role in shaping the human resources landscape within the Global Logistics, Strategy, and North America Distribution and Transportation sectors. With a keen focus on aligning human resource strategies with overarching corporate objectives, Laquesha collaborates closely with Executive Directors and their leadership teams to ensure that HR initiatives are not only effective but also tailored to meet the unique challenges of the logistics and transportation industry.
Her expertise in personnel management and strategic planning has been instrumental in driving key projects that enhance talent acquisition processes across regions. Laquesha is particularly passionate about fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) within the workforce, setting ambitious targets that empower managers to build diverse teams that reflect the communities they serve. She is adept at navigating complex employee relations scenarios, leveraging her union experience to cultivate a collaborative workplace culture.
In her role, Laquesha also focuses on performance management and succession planning, ensuring that Cummins is not only attracting top talent but also developing future leaders within the organization. Her commitment to human resource development is evident in her initiatives aimed at training and mentoring employees, which ultimately contribute to a more engaged and high-performing workforce. Through her strategic vision and hands-on approach, Laquesha Thompson is driving transformative change at Cummins, positioning the company for sustained success in an ever-evolving industry landscape.
