Bettye Hartwell is the Vice President and Chief People Officer at Memphis Light Gas and Water. Her career serves as a remarkable testament to her enduring commitment to excellence in human resources, positioning her as a strategic partner in advancing organizational success through a people-centric approach. Prior to MLGW, she made significant contributions as the Director of Empire LLC, an innovative organization in the food packaging sector. With an impressive 25 years of experience encompassing talent acquisition, labor relations, compliance and benefits, Hartwell is distinguished as a leader in the human resources discipline.

Her professional journey spans various industries, including high-stakes refinery operations and dynamic corporate environments. She is recognized for her insightful strategic planning and operational expertise, having played a pivotal role in the development of innovative HR processes that align with organizational objectives while promoting resilience within the workplace.

Hartwell’s extensive experience in labor relations and compliance equips her to effectively address workplace challenges, foster positive employee relations, and cultivate a culture characterized by trust and collaboration.

Her career trajectory is genuinely inspiring, reflecting her unwavering dedication to people-centered excellence.

In her personal life, Bettye values time spent with her family, which includes her two children, Sarah and Thomas. As a proud grandmother to Julian and Olivia, she takes great pleasure in creating memorable experiences with her grandchildren