Maura McDonough has been the driving force behind Global Partners’ human resources strategy since 2022, leveraging her extensive experience to navigate the complexities of the energy sector. As Chief People Officer, Maura has spearheaded critical initiatives in talent acquisition, management, and development, while championing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts. Her strategic oversight also extends to employee relations, benefits administration, and the implementation of advanced HR information systems.
Maura’s career began as an HR Director at the Suffolk County Sheriff’s Department, where she led a team focused on labor and employee relations from 1994 to 2002. Her journey continued with notable roles at Comcast, Shawmut Design and Construction, Atlantic Power Corporation, Localytics, and Seniorlink. In these positions, Maura honed her skills in streamlining benefits, building efficient processes, and managing costs. Her career at Global began in 2017.
Her expertise in handling major mergers and acquisitions is particularly noteworthy. Maura excels in integrating company cultures and HR practices, ensuring seamless transitions during periods of organizational change.
Maura holds a bachelor’s degree from UMass Boston and an MBA from Northeastern University. A native of South Boston, she cherishes her summers on Cape Cod, where she captains her boat on the Bass River with her golden retriever, Summer. In the winter, you’ll find her hitting the slopes in Maine.