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Recommendations & Testimonials

Leadership is best measured by the people who have experienced it firsthand. The recommendations below come from executives, colleagues, business partners, and clients who have worked alongside Brett throughout his career. Together, they reflect a consistent reputation for strategic leadership, organizational transformation, integrity, and delivering meaningful business results.

"The strategic oversight and human capital frameworks implemented didn't just solve immediate logistical hurdles—they built a sustainable foundation for our team's long-term operational success."

Project Director, Global Logistics Integration

  • "Brett not only handled the details of HR in a multi-union environment but was instrumental in guiding the development of training programs with full documentation and support which encompassed safety, salaried and hourly developmental programs, and HR basics. In addition, development of job definitions, attendance and pay policies assisted the company in enhancing our profit performance. I highly recommend Brett for both his attention to details and his ability to conceptualize and implement new programs to drive companies forward."

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    David Mears

    President/Owner

    AD Hawk Inc.

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  • "I worked with Brett for 3 years at ARAMARK and he is one of the most professional and knowledgeable HR Leaders I have worked with. Brett is great at building relationships and getting more from people than they may initially want to give him. He is excellent at taking initiative, working within a team, motivating his peers to excel and getting results. I would recommend Brett for any challenging position that he decides to pursue. He is extremely hardworking and committed. "

     

    Michelle Pedersen
    Talent Acquisition Leader
    Compass
     

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  • "Brett is an exceptional Human Resource leader with whom I have had the pleasure to work. Brett excels at building relationships, communicating effectively at all levels within an organization and building trust among team members. Brett is compassionate in his approach, yet firm, fair and consistent in execution. His honesty, candor and willingness to go above and beyond to produce desired results set him apart. He is a solution based Human Resource partner-one who has a strong understanding of complex business issues and who would be an asset to any Human Resource organization. I highly recommend Brett Appleberg and I welcome the opportunity to discuss his credentials in further detail."

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    Lisa Ringelstein
    Vice President, Strategic Partnerships
    Aramark Corporation
     

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  • "Brett and I worked on the same region team together at ARAMARK. Brett was often looked to as a leader for ad hoc projects due to his innovative thinking, his positive attitude and his willingness to always go the extra mile. Brett continually demonstrated a proactive approach in keeping me informed of any HR related matters that may impact the financial results of the region. His passion for his job and for the employees that he supported was second to none. He was a well-respected asset to our team and a valued colleague and confidant."

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    Josy Weyers
    Director of Finance
    Aramark Corporation
     

  • I had the pleasure of working for Brett. In the time that I reported to him he taught me many new skills about human resources and how to implement tracking programs which allowed me to succeed in my position. He was always willing to take time out of his day to help me develop my skill set. He takes a genuine interest not only in his direct staff but also in all the employees in the business and maintained an open door policy for anyone who needed to talk with him. 

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    Brett always takes employee confidentiality very seriously and uses a filing system in order to guarantee that information is never shared with those who do not need to have access to it. He does this by using a color coded system that is very easy and self-explanatory once implanted and is something that I think many companies could benefit from. 

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    He is always looking for ways to stream line process and improve the employee experience. While working together, he demonstrated a natural ability to address issues as soon as they presented themselves and became a trusted advisor for myself and coworkers. He is not easily excited which lead to a very calm atmosphere even under the most stressful situations. He takes his job seriously and never took decision making lightly no matter how small the issue seemed. 

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    I would happily recommend Brett to any company that he would want to work for and I hope to have the opportunity to work with him in the future.

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    Lisa Campbell, MSOD, PHR, SHRM-CP
    Human Resource Professional and Qualified State of Texas Mediator
     

  • I had the opportunity to work closely with Brett during a transitional period at a large facilities account in my role as Finance Manager at ARAMARK Education. Brett’s expertise in Human Resource Management was evident from the first day he came to the account. Brett was tasked with assisting in a conversion of over 300 hourly employees and in the talent assessment and reorganization of the management team at the account. Brett immediately gained the trust of the management staff and was able to quickly identify the strengths and weaknesses of the team. The importance of these skills cannot be underestimated or undervalued and his attention to detail is impeccable. 

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    In our work together, Brett demonstrated the ability to operate effectively within a highly political union environment, to develop strategy and organizational structure and to be mindful of the budgetary constraints of the account. I felt that I could rely on Brett for guidance in dealing with difficult issues and I marveled at Brett’s ability to remain objective and fair while balancing the interests of the employees and the company. 

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    I am fortunate to have had the opportunity to partner with Brett and I believe that he would be a valuable addition to any company in need of strong Human Resource leadership.

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    David Clark
    Director of Finance - Sodexo Healthcare East Division
     

  • "I reported to Brett, the Regional HR Manager. Brett is a great listener, a wonderful colleague, and truly helpful mentor. He is able to provide guidance with policies and issues, while actively listening to your opinions as well. Brett’s ability is exceptional in being able to guide you in resolving an issue while also expanding your knowledge on the matter. I appreciate his honesty and candor in teaming with me to resolve HR concerns in a timely manner."


    Jennifer Leslie, PHR, SHRM-CP 

    Aramark

  • "I worked with Brett when he was at U.S Foodservice. He was always very dependable and responsive. Brett is one of those people who simply does whatever is needed in order to get a job done."


    Jonathan E Barrish 
    Partner. Litchfield Cavo, LLP

  • "Brett was fabulous to work for. He is a fantastic leader with a great personality and a wonderful sense of humor. He not only leads by example but also coaches and develops his employees. He is very approachable and easy to talk to. He executes results, provides valid feedback, is strategic, and is very customer focused. Brett was a pleasure to work with."


    Mimi Hill
    Talent Acquisition Coordinator at McDonald’s Corporation

  • "Brett was a fun and creative manager who could always be counted on to get the job done. Because of his pleasant attitude, Brett was often the "go-to-guy" for projects that needed immediate execution."

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    Barbara Jean Patton
    Director of Community Relations & Logistics
    Aramark
     

  • "I worked with Brett for 3 years. He is an outstanding human resource professional. His dedication to the job was evident by the rapport he developed with me and my team. His knowledge and expertise along with his innovative thinking makes him a valuable asset. I would highly recommend Brett!"

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    Juli Shelton
    District Manager
    Aramark
     

  • "Brett and I worked together at US Foodservice and he is one of the most professional HR professionals I have every worked with. Brett brings a foundation of team relationships with a great level confidence to an every changing environment. Brett provides great insight to tough HR issues, from basics to high level complexities. He understands both the employee and companies requirements and is able to balance both fairly. Brett was involved in pay policies, including union negotiations, job descriptions, job development, training, attendance and profit performance for three divisions. I highly recommend Brett for any HR position as he is committed to quality, is dedicated and hard working."

     

    Edward Kaminski
    Controller
     

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