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Geoff Gerks

Cheerleader · DISC type Is
Chief Human Resources Officer at First Student
📍 Jupiter, Florida, United States

Geoff Gerks is the Chief Human Resources Officer at First Student, leveraging over 25 years of experience from senior HR roles at major companies like Allied Universal, G4S, Brinks, and Coca-Cola. A graduate of Georgia College & State University, he is recognized as a passionate and gifted leader dedicated to employee advocacy and development.

Geoff is a proud father who publicly celebrates his childrens academic successes, including his daughters achievement as valedictorian. His focus on people is evident in his professional life, where he has spearheaded employee support programs like the G4S Cares Fund, designed to assist employees across the Americas.

He previously managed HR operations for a workforce of approximately 300, 000 employees across North America while serving as CHRO at Allied Universal.

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Current Role
Chief Human Resources Officer
Location
Jupiter, Florida, United States
Personality Overview

How Geoff shows up

Story-Driven
Listener
Considerate

Unlike D or C types, they are calm as well as friendly and can give the impression of being more receptive than they actually are. They are more likely to opt for solutions that are proven in the market. Scenarios where both sides can come out as winners appeal to them greatly.

Priorities

Topics Geoff cares about

Large-Scale HR
He has extensive experience as CHRO for massive workforces, including 300, 000 employees at Allied Universal and over 120, 000 across 21 countries at G4S.
Employee Welfare
Colleagues note his passion for ensuring employee interests are prioritized. He helped introduce the "G4S Cares Fund" to provide support for employees across the Americas region.
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Career

Work history

1-2023
Chief Human Resources Officer
First Student
10-2021 - 12-2022
Chief Human Resources Officer
Allied Universal
2-2020 - 10-2021
Chief Human Resources Officer
G4S
7-2015 - 2-2020
Chief Human Resources Officer
G4S
3-2013 - 6-2015
Senior Vice President Human Resources
G4S
In the press

Media appearances

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Education
1983 - 1988
Bachelor of Science
Georgia College & State University
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DISC profile (public)

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Influence (I)

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