AGAT is pleased to announce the appointment of Sara Leslie as Vice President, Human Resources

 

We are pleased to announce the appointment of Sara Leslie as Vice President, Human Resources.

 

Sara Leslie is an accomplished leader in Human Resources. With over 23 years of experience in HR, she has a passion for transformational leadership and talent development that enhances a culture of productivity and enriches the people experience.

 

Sara completed her 9 year career at Maxxam Analytics (BV Labs) in 2020 as the Director of Human Resources in Canada. Prior to working in the laboratory sector, Sara held positions of increasing responsibility in big-box retail and heavy equipment distribution. Throughout her career, Sara has been successful in building and streamlining HR processes for consistency, efficiency and growth.

 

While working with Home Depot Canada Inc. as Human Resources Manager, Sara assisted the company through rapid growth, leading the HR process of opening 9 stores. She was also an instrumental part of large-scale HR systems implementation projects at the corporate offices in Atlanta and Toronto.

 

Sara undertook another system implementation project during her tenure with SMS Equipment, with a focus on change and knowledge management. In her most recent role with Maxxam/BV, Sara built a strong HR department through coaching and mentoring which allowed the HR team to provide exceptional full-scale service at all levels of the organization.

 

In her new role Sara will be focused on fulfilling the company’s purpose of Service Beyond Analysis. With her strength and experience in driving both team engagement and performance excellence, Sara will be instrumental in working with our teams to optimize productivity, enhance corporate culture and elevate the people experience. As a key member of the senior executive team, Sara will support strategic decision-making across the full spectrum of our service offerings.

 

Sara holds an B.Sc. in Biology/Anthropology from Trent University, a Certificate in Human Resources Management from Georgian College, and she is a Certified Human Resources Professional. Sara will have an office at the 5835 Coopers Ave location in Mississauga, Ontario.

 

Please join us in welcoming Sara to AGAT and wishing her every success in her new position.