Central States names chief people officer
Central States has named Arturo Towns as chief people officer. With a career spanning more than 25 years in human resources, Towns brings a wealth of experience in strategy, talent acquisition and development to Central States, as the employee-owned company focuses on engaging employee-owners and advancing success.
“Joining Central States is an incredible opportunity. My passion for people and commitment to build a culture nobody wants to walk away from perfectly aligns with Central States' mission,” Towns said. “By leveraging data to increase awareness, we can influence behaviors and foster a safety-focused and talent development culture.”
Towns' career includes leadership roles at brands like Tyson and Simmons Foods, where he focused on safety, training, onboarding, employee engagement and enhancing company culture.
“Arturo’s appointment marks a pivotal moment for Central States Inc. as we reinforce our commitment to fostering an inclusive, high-performing culture,” said Jim Sliker, CEO of Central States. “He brings an exceptional blend of strategic vision and a genuine people-first approach to Central States. We are thrilled to welcome him to our leadership team and look forward to the positive impact he will make.”
