Heidi Gerhard

Heidi Gerhard is a seasoned talent acquisition and management professional with extensive experience leading global talent strategies across various industries. Currently serving as VP Global Talent Acquisition Strategy & Operations at Mastercard since August 2022, Gerhard previously held roles such as VP Talent Management at BlueTriton Brands and Head of Talent at BASF, where responsibility encompassed workforce analytics, employee development, and organizational culture. Gerhard has also contributed to the Women in Manufacturing Education Foundation as a Board Member and engaged in high-level discussions with industry leaders through the Talent Marketing Board. With a background as Global Program Director at Futurestep and strategic account authority at Dun & Bradstreet, Gerhard has a strong track record in transforming recruitment processes and enhancing organizational performance. Gerhard holds a BS in Finance, International Business, and Politics from NYU Stern School of Business.