CHICAGO, IL--(Marketwired - April 15, 2014) - United States Cellular Corporation (NYSE: USM) announced that Deirdre Drake has joined the company as Senior Vice President - Chief Human Resources Officer, effective today. Drake will lead the human resources organization and champion the company culture to drive growth.
Drake's extensive human resources leadership experience includes successive positions with Bank of Montreal Financial Group, most recently as Managing Director and Chief Human Resources Officer, BMO Capital Markets. Prior to joining Bank of Montreal, she was Senior Vice President - Human Resources for ARAMARK Corporation.
"Deirdre brings a passion for inspiring people and a commitment to shaping and evolving company culture to drive growth," said Kenneth R. Meyers, U.S. Cellular President and CEO. "As a key member of U.S. Cellular's executive team, she will help us successfully execute on our objectives by ensuring that we have a strong base of talent aligned with our unique values and behaviors."
Drake holds a bachelor's degree in Human Resources from Central Michigan University and an MBA from St. Joseph's University.
About U.S. Cellular
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