Head of Human Resources, Reebok Brand

Bill Holmes is Head of Human Resources for the Reebok brand worldwide. Appointed to this position in January 2006, Bill is responsible for Human Resources support for the Reebok organization as well as aligning the HR management practices with the strategic direction of the company. Among his responsibilities are talent management, organizational development, talent acquisition and employee relations. Bill reports to Uli Becker, President and CEO of Reebok International Ltd, and Matthias Malessa, Chief Human Resources Officer for the adidas Group.

Since joining Reebok in 1994, Bill has held a variety of Human Resources positions across all business functions and divisions, including Reebok, Rockport, Greg Norman Collection, and the Sports Licensed Division (NFL, NBA, NHL and NCAA). He brings to his role a strong understanding of the Reebok business and a passion for the consumer goods industry.

Bill earned a B.A. from Tufts University. He and his wife, Mary, live in Hyde Park, MA with their three children.