CBL Properties on Wednesday announced that Benjamin Staples has joined CBL as the company’s senior vice president – people and culture. Mr. Staples brings more than 20 years of experience supporting, leading, and directing human resources operations and initiatives, most recently serving as vice president of human resources and diversity for Kenco Group.
“I am thrilled to welcome Ben to CBL," said Stephen Lebovitz, chief executive officer, CBL Properties. "His extensive experience will further our goal of enhancing CBL’s culture to ensure that team members feel valued, respected, and included. The incredible team at CBL makes all our successes possible. Ben’s deep background leading human resources operations at organizations of varying sizes makes him an excellent fit to support the CBL team and drive our company culture forward. We are also pleased that Ben’s addition as a senior vice president advances our commitment to enhancing diversity throughout all levels of the organization.”
In his most recent role at Kenco Group, Mr. Staples served as an HR partner across the organization, providing counsel on a variety of topics to C-suite executives and the legal team. He brings experience and expertise in the areas of recruitment, training, and employee relations and is an established thought leader in diversity and inclusion, said officials.