USMotivation, a full-service performance improvement agency, today announced promotions and recent additions to the company's executive team. Caren Bigelow has been promoted to Vice President of Travel Operations. Bill Karwoski was hired as Vice President of Sales and Marketing and Jennifer Fowler as Vice President of Human Resources.
Caren Bigelow has over 25 years of experience in air and land travel management and operations. In her new role as Vice President of Travel Operations, Caren will oversee all aspects of USMotivation's travel programs. She will be responsible for planning, operations, air and individual travel, as well as final approval of all supplier contracts. "I have had the pleasure of working with Caren for many years and I am delighted to see her step into this new role. Caren is a solid leader at USM and within the industry and brings a great deal of value and insight to our organization," said Tina Weede, USMotivation President.
Bill Karwoski will focus on the company's sales development and marketing strategy. He joins USMotivation with 30 years of experience in business development and executive sales management. Bill is the founder of Sherpa Insight, a leader in emotion-based research for marketing and human resources. His previous background as BI Worldwide Vice President of Sales for the Ohio Valley and Chicago Regions has helped Bill make an easy transition into his current position with USMotivation.
No stranger to the USMotivation family, Jennifer Fowler rejoins USMotivation after previously being part of the human resources team from 2004-2008. Jennifer has over 20 years of experience in employee relations, performance management, compensation analysis and benefits management. Her prior employment history includes positions such as Director of Human Resources and Business Operations for a national recruiting firm, where she was responsible for establishing a human resources department within the company.
"We're thrilled to welcome Bill and Jennifer aboard," said Tina Weede, USM President. "Their respective experience in sales and human resources will help support USM's infrastructure as we rapidly grow and expand. What excites me most is the core value alignment that Caren, Jennifer and Bill demonstrate daily and how they each will enhance our culture moving forward as being members of our senior leadership team."
About USMotivation
USMotivation is an agency that gives incentives, recognition and meetings meaning with the development, creation and execution of award programs, incentive travel, meetings and events. For over 50 years, USM has grown brands and built businesses with a focus on enabling, empowering and elevating people, performance and culture. Visit http://www.usmotivation.com for more information.
