Top 10 CHROs - 2025

Doug Dureau is a visionary HR leader with nearly 30 years of experience, serving as CHRO at Hillwood and the Perot companies. Combining deep HR expertise, cross-industry insight and technology acumen, he drives culture, talent and innovation. A lifelong learner with an MBA and a focus on AI, he shapes the future of work.

Melanie Berman serves as Executive Vice President of Administration and Chief Human Resources Officer at NiSource Inc., where she leads organizational alignment, employee engagement and a values-driven culture that supports the company’s strategic goals. With more than 30 years of HR leadership experience—including senior roles at The Michaels Companies, Anthem and BakerCorp—she also contributes her time and expertise to the Center for Energy Workforce Development board and the Ohio State University Corporate Advisory Council.

Robert Hamer is the Chief Human Resources Officer at Ron Marhofer Auto Family, a role he assumed in 2023 after joining as HR Director in 2019. He oversees HR strategy for more than 400 employees and leads initiatives that combine technology with people-focused leadership to build a culture of inclusion, growth, and high performance.

Monica Melancon is Chief Human Resource Officer at Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, leading global people strategy across one of the world’s largest hospitality organizations. With extensive experience in HR operations, employee relations and leadership development, she drives workforce engagement, organizational effectiveness and inclusive cultures that empower teams to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

Lesley Evancho is Chief Human Resources Officer at EQT Corporation, driving human capital strategy across a leading natural gas producer. She emphasizes treating people with respect, measuring what matters and simplifying processes without losing clarity. With extensive experience in talent management, organizational development and board leadership, she champions culture as a strategic business imperative.

Michael Desmarais leads human resources at CoStar Group, a company digitizing real estate. He develops and empowers teams of researchers and innovators to drive organizational change. With expertise in talent strategy and professional services, he fosters inclusive high-performing cultures and guides the company’s workforce growth and development.

Denise Grode leads human resources at Cirrus Logic, shaping talent strategy for a global workforce. She drives culture transformation and enhances employee experience. With extensive experience in Fortune 25 companies, she focuses on organizational effectiveness and uses data-driven HR practices to support business growth and operational excellence.

Kris Dunn leads human resources for Marriott International in the U.S. and Canada, shaping talent strategy and employee performance. He serves Fortune 500 companies and venture-backed startups, focusing on hiring and motivation. He shares expertise through blogs and books, building communities that advance HR practices and talent management.

Elizabeth Bruns leads strategic HR initiatives, advising executive teams in technology, financial services, healthcare and consulting. She drives talent management, workforce planning and culture transformation. Known for coaching and problem-solving, she enhances performance, guides change and builds inclusive workplaces that align human capital strategies with business goals.

Davide Tuninetti is a senior HR leader serving automotive, aerospace, oil and gas, utilities and industrial sectors. He drives organizational success by aligning people strategies with business goals, leading HR operations, ensuring compliance, managing labor relations and fostering engaged high-performing workforces across multinational and complex environments.