Speaker

Joel Peterson is Director of Human Resources for a professional design firm in New York City.  Joel began his career as a professional actor before transitioning into Human Resources.  His diverse background spans a variety of industries ranging from international education, the pharmaceutical industry, and public television.  For the last ten years, Joel has worked in the architectural industry where as an HR pro he helps build the people who build the buildings.  Outside the office, Joel is the Communications Director for the New York State SHRM Council and volunteers for the New York State Special Olympics.