Zionsville, Indiana, United States, October 2024 – Josh White has been appointed as Vice President of Talent Management at Group 1001, a leading financial services company. In his new role, Josh will be responsible for driving talent acquisition, employee development, and organizational effectiveness strategies across Group 1001’s portfolio of brands. His focus will be on building leadership pipelines, managing change initiatives, and fostering a culture of growth and engagement.
Josh joins Group 1001 after spending nearly 4 years as Director of Talent Management at FinishMaster, Inc. In this role, he was responsible for developing and executing talent strategies, including leadership development, succession planning, employee engagement, and performance management. His efforts significantly contributed to the company’s growth and organizational effectiveness.
Prior to that, Josh held key positions at Simon Property Group for over 6 years, including Vice President of Talent Management. At Simon, he led initiatives in learning and development, talent acquisition, and change management to align with the company’s strategic goals. His leadership was instrumental in enhancing employee engagement and implementing systems to identify and nurture high-potential talent.
Earlier in his career, Josh worked at Ingram Micro and BrightPoint, where he held senior leadership roles in global talent management. His responsibilities spanned workforce planning, talent acquisition, and leadership development, driving the organization’s growth and operational effectiveness across multiple regions.
Josh’s professional journey began at HSBC, where he served in various roles, including Division Training Manager. His focus on training, development, and sales management set the foundation for his expertise in talent and organizational growth.
Group 1001 is a financial services enterprise committed to empowering companies and individuals to achieve growth and financial security. With assets under management exceeding $65 billion as of June 2024, Group 1001 provides insurance, annuities, and online investment solutions through its diverse brands. The company’s mission is to make financial services more accessible while fostering innovation and positive impact through its strategic partnerships. Headquartered in Zionsville, Indiana, Group 1001 serves over 950,000 customers through its brands, including Delaware Life, Gainbridge®, Clear Spring Health, and more.
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