Melissa Gallagher

Melissa Gallagher

Chief People Officer at Deckers Brands (UGG, HOKA & Teva) NYSE: DECK, S&P 500

Deckers Brands•Goleta, California, United States

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Experience24+ Years
LevelCXO

Executive Overview

Business minded, strategic Human Resource leader who drives results. Extremely fast learner, with a proven track record in setting up and leading global HR teams, functions, programs and processes to drive a culture conducive to delivering positive outcomes for both internal and external stakeholders. Thrives in an ever-changing, fast-paced, environment with new challenges requiring both a hands-on and strategic leader. Strong ability to connect and build relationships with employees and business stakeholders around the world. Areas of Expertise HR Business Partnering Organization Design Executive Compensation Employee Relations Performance Management Internal Communications Change & Crisis Management Talent Acquisition Learning & Development | Corporate & Retail Global People Leadership

Career Timeline

Professional employment history
  • Feb 2022–Present· 4 yrs 9 mos
    • Chief People OfficerCurrent
      Feb 2025–Present
    • Vice President, People Experience & Success- HRBP
      Feb 2022–Feb 2025
  • Oct 2021–2022· 3 mos
    • Vice President Human Resources- Global Learning and Development & Internal Communications
      Oct 2021–2022
  • May 2012–Oct 2021· 9 yrs 5 mos
    • Vice President, Human Resources- Global Learning and Development & Internal Communications
      Sep 2019–Oct 2021
    • Vice President, Human Resources- Global Learning & Development
      Jun 2019–Sep 2019
    • Senior Director, Human Resources- Global Learning and Development
      Mar 2017–May 2019
    • Senior Director Human Resources Business Partner- Retail Development
      May 2016–Mar 2017
    • Director, Human Resources Business Partner-Retail Development
      Apr 2015–May 2016
    • Director, Corporate Human Resources and Talent Acquisition
      May 2012–Apr 2015
  • 2010–May 2012· 2 yrs 4 mos
    • Director, Talent Acquisition (USA & Canada)
      Mar 2012–May 2012
    • Manager, Field Recruiting (USA & Canada)
      2010–Mar 2012
  • May 2005–2010· 4 yrs 8 mos
    • Senior Account Manager/Recruiter, Interactive, Marketing + Creative
      May 2005–2010
  • Aug 2004–Apr 2005· 8 mos
    • Account Manager/Recruiter
      Aug 2004–Apr 2005
  • Apr 2002–Aug 2004· 2 yrs 4 mos
    • Wholesale AE
      Apr 2002–Aug 2004

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Skills & Expertise

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InterviewsOrganizational LeadershipOrganizational DesignSourcingEmployee Learning & DevelopmentCrisis ManagementMulti-channel RetailRecruitingTemporary PlacementData JudgementStrategyBusiness Partner SupportStrategic ConsultingTalent AssessmentHuman ResourcesMulti channel retailStrategic CommunicationsTalent AcquisitionStrategy DevelopmentTraining