HII names Renee Swan as chief human resources officer

HII (NYSE: HII) has appointed Renee Swan as executive vice president and chief human resources officer, effective Dec. 7, 2026, according to a company statement.

Swan joins HII from Atmus Filtration Technologies (NYSE: ATMU), based in Nashville, where she served as senior vice president and chief people officer. Her prior experience includes a vice president of human resources role at L3Harris, as well as positions at Kennametal, Honeywell International, and Eaton Corporation.

She holds a Master of Professional Studies in human resource management from Cornell University, an MBA from Point Park University, and a bachelor's degree in communications from the University of Pittsburgh.

Swan will succeed Edmond Hughes, who has held the CHRO role since 2022 and previously led human resources for HII's Ingalls Shipbuilding division. Hughes will assist with the transition before retiring in April 2027, after 21 years with the company.

"I thank Edmond for his important contribution to the evolution and growth of HII and I welcome Renee to build on Edmond's success, and lead our people strategy forward," said Chris Kastner, president and CEO of HII.

Swan's responsibilities will include human resources strategy, compensation, benefits, employee and labor relations, talent management, talent acquisition, and change management, among other functions.

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