Penelope Sur is a seasoned human resources executive with expertise in aligning talent strategies with business objectives to enhance organizational effectiveness. Sur currently holds the position of Global Vice President of Talent at Eastman, where she has been pivotal in overseeing performance, learning and development, inclusion, and diversity since November 2023. She also oversees talent acquisition.
Before joining Eastman, Sur served as the Vice President of Talent at DICK’S Sporting Goods, where she managed talent functions for a workforce of approximately 50,000 employees. Her extensive career includes significant roles at Centric Brands and experience as a Senior Human Resources Consultant. Sur spent over a decade at L’Oréal, where she held multiple leadership roles, including Director of Training and Development and Assistant Vice President of Talent Development & Learning Operations across the Americas. Her accomplishments include creating sustainable succession planning processes and establishing a Learning Center of Excellence.
Sur holds a Master’s degree in Public Service, Bachelor’s degrees in Communication and Foreign Languages from the University of Arkansas, and a law degree from France. She also holds a leadership certificate from Cornell and is a certified executive coach by the International Coaching Federation. In addition, Sur is a certified trainer by Mind Gym, HOGAN, MBTI, and Korn Ferry.
Fluent in English, French, and Spanish, Sur lives in Kingsport, TN. In her spare time, she enjoys traveling the world, reflecting her passion for cultural exploration and global perspectives.