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Stihl Names New HR VP

Melody Doleman has been named Vice President Human Resources of Stihl Inc. and assumes her position on Sept. 6, 2022, responsible for overall strategic management of human resources for the company, including talent acquisition, development, employee relations, performance management, benefits and compensation.

Doleman joins Stihl after a successful career with HII Mission Technologies division where she most recently served as Vice President of Human Resources of the Nuclear and Environmental Services business unit. Prior to HII, she served as Vice President of Human Resources/Operations at B&B Manufacturing Inc.

Of her new role, Doleman says, “Stihl is known for innovation, leadership, and a commitment to their people. I look forward to bringing my passion for building highly engaged and empowered teams to the organization and working together to grow this world-class organization’s tradition of excellence.”

She received a Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communication/Media Studies from the University of South Carolina, is a certified Gallup Strengths Coach, and is a member of the Society for Human Resources Management.

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