Brynn Evanson

As the EVP Chief Human Resources Officer at The Michaels Companies, Inc., I lead the HR strategy and operations for the largest arts and crafts specialty retailer in North America, with over 1,300 stores and 40,000 associates. I joined Michaels in February 2021, bringing over 25 years of experience in the retail industry, with a focus on culture, talent acquisition and retention, team member development, inclusion and diversity, executive pay, performance management, organizational design, team member benefits and employee relations. Prior to Michaels, I was the EVP CHRO at JCPenney, where I led a team who successfully implemented several initiatives to improve the company's culture, engagement, diversity, and retention. I also oversaw the compensation, benefits, and HRIS functions, and managed the HR aspects of the company's transformation and restructuring, including the expansion of a global support center office in Canada. Earlier in my career I gained experience across several functional areas including stores, merchandising, human resources and finance. I am focused on creating a positive and results-minded work environment that empowers and inspires teams to achieve their professional and personal goals.