Brian Henry: 2025 Alumni of Distinction
Brian Henry is a successful human resource professional and champion of authentic and diverse leadership, and is committed to nurturing a safe, professional, and progressive culture in which people can grow and thrive.
A graduate of Mohawk College’s Business Administration program, Brian is the chief people officer at Bird Construction, and a member of Mohawk College’s Board of Governors.
Since joining Bird Construction in 2020, Brian Henry has served as the driving force behind the company's transformative, people-centric strategy. His leadership has been instrumental in shaping the organizational culture, creating a vibrant and dynamic work environment. During his tenure at Bird, the company has elevated the employee experience, improved engagement and retention, and fostered a culture of collaboration, high performance, inclusion, and employee development.
Prior to his role at Bird Construction, Brian held the position of chief people officer at KFC Canada, a subsidiary of Yum! Brands. Under his leadership, KFC Canada experienced unprecedented growth and earned recognition as a Certified Best Place to Work in Canada for six consecutive years.
Brian attributes much of his success to his time at Mohawk College, where an influential professor helped shape his approach to problem-solving, strengthened his leadership skills, and laid the foundation for his future achievements.
Hear from Brian as he shares his college experience and career journey: Watch the video on YouTube.
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