Lincoln Electric Holdings, Inc. announced that Susan C. Edwards has joined the Company to serve as Senior Vice President, Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), effective April 8, 2024. Reporting to Steven Hedlund, President and CEO, she will join the executive team and will lead the Company?s global human resources strategy and operations, talent management, training and employee development programs, and compensation and benefits. Edwards succeeds Michele Kuhrt, who was recently named, Executive Vice President, Chief Transformation Officer.

Edwards has over 30 years of human resources experience, serving most recently as the Global Vice President and CHRO of Sealed Air Corporation. Prior to her 11-year tenure with the company, she served in various HR leadership positions of increasing responsibility at Circor International, Snap-On Incorporated, Lear Corporation, and Dana Corporation. Edwards earned a Bachelor of Science degree at East Tennessee State University and a Master of Business Administration degree in International Business at Marquette University.