Kristin Major Steps Up as Chief People Officer for HPE

Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE), a global edge-to-cloud company, has recently appointed Kristin Major as its Executive Vice President (EVP) and Chief People Officer (CPO)— taking over from Alan May, who served as Chief People Officer since joining the company in 2015.

Having previously served as the Chief Talent Officer for 11 months, Major's elevation underscores her invaluable contributions and steadfast commitment to HPE's strategic objectives. Her extensive experience, coupled with unwavering dedication, positions her as a pivotal figure in HPE's journey toward continued growth and innovation.  

Insights into Kristin Major's Professional Journey

Major started her professional journey with three years as an attorney at Snell & Wilmer, followed by a role as counsel in labor and employment at Skadden Arps in 2020. In 2021, she transitioned to HPE as Senior Vice President and Deputy General Counsel. During her tenure at HPE, Major has overseen HR functions for various divisions, including HPE GreenLake, HPE Aruba Networking, the HPE Transformation Office, and the Office of the Chief Technology Officer.  

With her 12-year tenure within various parts of the business, fostering strong relationships, she has a deep understanding of enterprise needs and opportunities. Major's appointment underscores HPE's commitment to nurturing and empowering its workforce to drive success in an ever-evolving digital landscape. She expressed her excitement about leveraging the exceptional talent at HPE to advance the company's mission of transforming the way people live and work. This transition marks a significant milestone for Major and reflects HPE's dedication to fostering a culture of excellence and innovation.