Episode 149: ‘HR Revolutionalized’ with Amber Little
In this episode:
Christi Powell and Angela Gardner introduce Amber Little, Chief Human Resources Officer at Nations Best. Amber shares her insights on the challenges women face in leadership roles within the LBM industry and how the Women Leadership Retreat aims to address these challenges. She discusses her background in male-dominated industries and how it has equipped her for her current role. Key strategies and innovative approaches to attract and retain top talent are also highlighted, with an emphasis on creating an inclusive work environment and providing meaningful benefits. Amber offers valuable advice on people management and career development, showcasing Nations Best’s commitment to growth and support for women in the construction industry.
Supported by: Women Confidence Builders
Show Notes and Links:
00:00 Welcome to Women Talk Construction
00:35 Introducing Amber Little from Nation’s Best
02:47 Challenges Women Face in Leadership Roles
06:17 Strategies for Attracting Top Talent
09:22 Effective People Management Tips
13:06 Amber's Diverse Background and Its Impact
18:50 Key Strategies for Managing Growth
23:13 Conclusion and Contact Information
About Amber:
Amber has been the Chief Human Resources Officer for Nation's Best Holdings, LLC since October 2020. In this role, she has contributed significantly to the company's HR initiatives, supporting organizational growth and fostering a positive workplace culture.
Before joining Nation's Best, Amber led Talent Development for Essilor of America, part of Essilor Group, the world’s leading ophthalmic optics company. At Essilor, she focused on enhancing talent strategies and organizational capabilities.
Amber's career also includes a role as Global Training and Development Leader at Halliburton, where she oversaw global training programs. She has held various consulting, HR, and organizational development roles in sectors such as education, commercial real estate, private equity, and the Department of Defense.
Amber holds a Master's Degree in Industrial/Organizational Psychology from Emporia State University and an undergraduate degree in Psychology from Kansas State University.
Amber resides in the Dallas, Texas area with her husband and three children. In her spare time she enjoys traveling and cheering on her daughter's competitive cheer team.
