Published September 29, 2023
Challenger SVPs Pete Tzavalas and Andrew Challenger
Last week, Challenger, Gray & Christmas, Inc. SVPs, Andy Challenger and Pete Tzavalas attended the annual National Human Resources Association Los Angeles Chapter (NHRA-LA), Executive of the Year Awards Gala. The NHRA-LA has honored human resources professionals for almost a decade for their exemplary leadership and commitment to their organizations.
The Executive of the Year Awards Gala, held at the Skirball Cultural Center on September 21, 2023, recognized the HR community in Los Angeles. One winner was chosen from three finalists.
The Human Resource Executive of the Year award was created to recognize exceptional leaders in the human resource community who bring innovation, inspiration, and operational excellence to their organizations. Award recipients are chosen based on their success in exhibiting excellence in their field, adhering to professional standards, and their role in positioning human resources as a strategic management partner within their organization.
 Andrew Herreria, SVP Global HR for Paramount |
 Pete Tzavalas and Deborah Cegielski of Cubic Corporation |
 Pete Tzavalas of Challenger, Gray & Christmas Inc. and Stephen Collins of Oak View Group |
The NHRA-LA Board and Selection committee administer, facilitate, and provide the 360-assessment and final selection process. Pete Tzavalas, Challenger’s own, has been a board member since 2010 and has been instrumental in helping to select and promote deserving candidates who have made significant contributions to their organizations and their communities.
 Pete Tzavalas and Kevin Tackaberry, CHRO at LoanDepot |
 SVP Pete Tzavalas and Glenn Grindstaff of OSI Systems |
Andy Challenger and Pete Tzavalas congratulate Mamoon and all the nominees!
EOY 2023 Winner: Mamoon Syed
EOY 2023 Nominee: Anjelica Garcia
EOY 2023 Nominee: Ann Jackson
President of NHRA – Los Angeles: Andrew Agress
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About Pete Tzavalas
Pete Tzavalas
Mr. Tzavalas is a Senior Vice President at Challenger, Gray & Christmas, Inc. and a member of the Board of Advisors for the National Human Resources Association.
He is a nationally recognized expert in outplacement, executive coaching, consulting, and business development with a diverse industry background.
Connect with him on LinkedIn.
“I’ve helped many Fortune 500 companies seamlessly transition employees out of their organizations or up in the organization to new roles quickly and efficiently. I’m proud that due to my work both companies and employees are very pleased with the outcomes which include better jobs, zero litigation, and positive reviews on sites like Glassdoor for the former employers.”
About Challenger
Challenger, Gray & Christmas is the pioneer in national outplacement and a premier partner for leadership and executive coaching. With nearly 60 years of experience working across industries, and with relationships at virtually every Fortune 500 company in the U.S., we are the leaders of corporate-sponsored employee outplacement and executive coaching, working with companies to take their talent and businesses to the next level.
About the National Human Resources Association
The National Human Resources Association (NHRA) is focused on advancing the individual career development, planning and leadership of human resource (HR) professionals. Through professional networking programs and development services offered across the country, we strive to support human resource professionals throughout their career life cycle. From intern to executive, Human Resources leads the way for change in today’s businesses.
