Jim Williams Named VP of Human Resources At Polaris

All-terrain vehicle manufacturer, Polaris, has just named Jim Williams as their new Vice President of Human Resources.

Prior to his appointment at Polaris, Williams was a head of human resources at Cooper Industries, where he oversaw a workforce of 28,000 employees across 60 countries.

“Jim is a world-class human resources professional with broad experience globally inclusive of acquisitions and joint ventures,” said Scott Wine, CEO of Polaris. “Jim brings more than 25 years of experience in human resources, much of it at the executive level, to Polaris. He will play an integral role as we continue to shape Polaris’ future as a global powersports leader.”

Polaris saw their annual shoot to $1.6 billion in 2009. They are a leader in the snowmobile industry as well as one of the top off-road vehicle manufacturers in the world. They trade on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol “PII.”