Coast Hires Brent Henderson as Vice President of Human Resources

EAST
AURORA, N.Y. — Coast Professional, Inc. (Coast) has hired Brent Henderson as
the company’s Vice President (VP) of Human Resources (HR). A key contributor to
achieving major growth across the organization and a member of the Operating
Board, Coast’s VP of HR develops recruitment initiatives, creates employee
retention plans, and ensures adherence to all state laws and regulations.

With
over 25 years of experience, Henderson spent the last few years as the Director
of HR at a 250-person industrial construction and fabrication contractor. While
there, he oversaw all HR functions including compliance with strategic industry
processes, compensation and benefits, talent acquisition and development, and
succession planning. During his career, Henderson has led key initiatives that
secured tax credits of over $1 million, reduced turnover by 30% (over the
course of one year), and contributed to a 275% revenue increase over the course
of two years.

Working
primarily from Coast’s East Aurora, NY office, Henderson will be responsible
for establishing department accountabilities, including talent acquisition,
staffing, compensation and benefits, and employee engagement. In addition to developing
and executing workforce planning initiatives, he will collaborate with Coast’s
management team to develop and enforce company policies and industry
compliance.

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“Brent
fully understands the importance of leading a team of HR professionals, which
is evident in his decades of experience working in various industries,” said
Micah Pulliam, President and Chief Financial Officer. “He has exemplary
leadership skills and a proven record of implementing successful recruiting
processes. We are excited to welcome Brent and his experience to the Coast
team.”

Henderson
is a certified Professional in Human Resources (PHR) as awarded by the Human
Resource Certification Institute (HRCI), as well as a Certified Professional in
Human Resources (SHRM-CP) as awarded by the Society for Human Resource Management.
He received his Master of Business Administration from the State University of
New York at Buffalo.

About Coast
Professional, Inc.:

Coast
Professional, Inc. is an accounts receivable management and call center
company, dedicated to the respectful and ethical communication with consumers.
Coast provides professional services to hundreds of campus-based colleges,
universities, and government clients. Coast is a seven-time honoree on the Inc. 5000 list for America’s Fastest-Growing
Private Companies provided by Inc.
Magazine and in 2020, was recognized for the sixth time as one of the “Best
Places to Work In Collections” by insideARM.com
and Best Companies Group. Since 1976, Coast has worked closely with clients to
increase recoveries by assisting consumers in resolving their financial
obligations. Coast’s success is exemplified by exceptional recoveries, superior
service, and dedication to the highest levels of compliance. More information
about Coast can be found at www.coastprofessional.com