Recruitment marketing agency Bayard has announced the appointment of Chris Sinclair to Chief People Officer, a new instated role on Bayard's executive team. In his new role, Sinclair will headline the development of human capital strategies and processes that meet, support, and enhance Bayard's overall business objectives. Reporting to CEO Louis Naviasky, he will be a driving force for cultural programming, as well as the agency's ongoing commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. 

Commenting on Sinclair’s appointment, Naviasky said, “It is a pleasure to welcome Chris as the newest member of our executive team and the company's first Chief People Officer. Human resources have never been more important than it is today, and Chris is the right leader to help us as we continue to grow our business and develop initiatives that foster an extraordinary experience for all employees. Chris has a proven track record of generating results across a variety of HR functions, and he is poised to deliver on our commitment to attract and retain top talent."

Sinclair brings almost two decades of experience at professional services firms, with the last decade being focused on leading human resources at prominent marketing and technology agencies.   

Prior to Bayard, Chris Sinclair has worked with PMG group, Dentsu International and Digitas UK in various leadership roles.

Chris Sinclair said on his appointment, "Bayard is a global leader in talent acquisition and insights, and I am thrilled to be joining the company at a pivotal time during which the workplace as we know it is shifting and new ways of work are emerging," said Sinclair. "Employees have new and innovative ideas about what's important to them in their roles and their careers, and I'm excited to partner with the team to develop strategies and initiatives to meet those needs and create an even more skilled, diverse and engaged workforce here at Bayard."