Organic Valley HR Chief Shares Lessons From 25-Year Career

Kimberly Turnmire outlines priorities for strategic HR leadership and shared accountability.

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Kimberly Turnmire, Executive Vice President of People at Organic Valley, has spent more than 25 years in learning, organizational development, and talent strategy. In a recent profile, she identified a persistent industry challenge: HR teams spending too much time reacting to immediate issues rather than driving proactive workforce strategy. She argues that leaders, not just HR, must share accountability for modeling policies and reinforcing culture. Turnmire also advises HR professionals entering the field to invest time learning business operations, build trust through relationships, and approach the role with a growth mindset as the function continues evolving.

Source: HR Daily Advisor. Original announcement: November 05, 2026.