About Rocki Rockingham
Chief Human Resources Officer, GE Appliances, a Haier company
Rocki Rockingham is an accomplished C-suite professional with over 30 years of domestic and international business experience in human resources, communications, community relations, public affairs, and marketing communications. She has a proven track record of success as a strategic partner supporting business objectives in various Fortune 500 companies.
Rocki's expertise includes managing corporate acquisitions, turnarounds, and growth businesses while leading through transformational change. She's known for her proactive, innovative, and global approach to problem-solving and leadership. Rocki is a highly influential mentor who connects with individuals across corporate, community, and entrepreneurial circles.
Under Rocki's leadership, GE Appliances has been recognized for its innovation in employee recruitment and retention, consistently earning accolades as a Forbes Great Place to Work and achieving a score of 100 on the Corporate Equality Index.
Currently, Rocki serves as Chief Human Resources Officer for GE Appliances, a Haier company headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky. Prior to joining GE Appliances, she was Senior Vice President of Human Resources for Newell Brands, Appliances and Cookware Division, in Boca Raton, Florida. Throughout her career, Rocki has held leadership roles in Human Resources, Corporate Communications, and Public and Community Affairs at other Fortune 500 companies, including Jarden, General Motors, and Chrysler Corporations.
Committed to community engagement, Rocki serves on numerous boards, volunteers, and personally sponsors charitable events. She is a dedicated mentor for youth and actively seeks opportunities to make a positive impact. Rocki also works extensively with community and civic groups to improve and manage community, diversity, and civic initiatives. She collaborates with government, corporate, and community organizations on local, state, and national levels.
Rocki holds a Master of Arts degree in Organizational Communication from Western Michigan University and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Public Relations and Journalism from McKendree.