Qualcomm Incorporated has announced the appointment of Michelle Sterling as executive vice president of human resources (HR), joining Qualcomm’s executive committee.
The appointment comes after the retirement of Dan Sullivan, executive vice president of Human Resources. Sterling’s appointment will be effective May, 2015 and she will report directly to Steve Mollenkopf, CEO, Qualcomm Incorporated.
The company said outgoing Human Resources head, Sullivan will serve in an advisory role to support the transition until his retirement at the end of the year.
Sterling joined Qualcomm in 1994 and throughout her tenure has provided HR leadership, strategy and support to nearly all areas of the company, including manufacturing, corporate functions and business divisions, as well as new and emerging businesses.
During this time, Sterling has also worked on complex business transactions including acquisitions, joint ventures and divestitures
“I’m pleased to have Michelle Sterling join Qualcomm’s executive committee as EVP, Human Resources, she brings more than 25 years of experience to this role. Michelle is a seasoned and strategic HR leader with strong knowledge of Qualcomm’s businesses and organisation, and I will look to her leadership as the Company continues to evolve,” Mollenkopf said. “Dan Sullivan has been a trusted and valuable advisor to me and the executive team and a key leader in building Qualcomm’s progressive workplace and innovative and unique company culture. On behalf of myself, the executive team and our employees worldwide, I would like to thank Dan for his many important contributions to our Company.”
