FORT LAUDERDALE, FL, September 18, 2025 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Philip Alfonso Berry is a distinguished biographee of Marquis Who's Who. He was recently spotlighted in New York City's Times Square on a 22-story screen that is passed by an estimated 1.5 million people daily. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are chosen from among a pool of the most prominent professionals and are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.

Mr. Berry has dedicated 57 years to a distinguished career, marked by his commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion and expertise in executive coaching, organizational development and cross cultural impact. As the president of Philip Berry Associates LLC since 2018, he has been instrumental in helping companies across the United States enhance their leadership capabilities and address team transformation issues. His work focuses on talent development and improving organizational performance, drawing from his extensive experience in both the corporate and nonprofit sectors.

Prior to his current role, Mr. Berry served as the chief human resources officer at the Clinton Foundation from 2015 to 2018. During this time, he gained valuable insights into nonprofit operations and community improvement strategies. Before joining the foundation, he was the president of Philip Berry Associates from 2008 to 2015, where he honed his skills in leadership training and organizational development.

Mr. Berry's tenure at Colgate-Palmolive from 1990 to 2008 was a significant period in his career. He held various roles, including vice president of global workplace initiatives and corporate officer. In this capacity, he played a pivotal role in establishing the company's diversity, equity and inclusion program. His international experience was further enriched during his time as vice president of human resources for Colgate Europe from 1998 to 2001, based in Paris. Additionally, he served as vice president of the Latin American division from 1995 to 1998 and the human resources director for the international business development group from 1993 to 1995 leading HR in the countries in Eastern Europe, Russia, Africa and the Middle East.

Earlier in his career, Mr. Berry worked with several prominent organizations. He was vice president of human resources and administration at the Triborough Bridge and Tunnel Authority from 1988 to 1990 and human resources director at Digital Equipment Corporation from 1986 to 1988. He also honed his human resources expertise at Procter & Gamble from 1978 to 1986. His journey began at IBM as a product scheduler from 1968 to 1971, where he developed a strong foundation in technology.

Mr. Berry's academic achievements have significantly contributed to his professional success. He earned a Master of Business Administration in marketing management from the Williams College of Business at Xavier University in 1983 and a Master of Science in behavior science, social work, and organizational and administration development from Columbia University in 1975. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts in sociology from Queens College and an Associate of Arts in marketing from the Borough of Manhattan Community College. His certifications include a Blue Ocean Strategy Certification and in Cross-Cultural Competency Leadership, among others.

In addition to his professional accomplishments, Mr. Berry is actively involved in civic associations and has received numerous accolades for his contributions. He serves on several boards, including vice chair emeritus of the City University of New York Construction Fund and the vice chair of the board of trustees of the Louis Armstrong House Museum. His 2010 book, "Being Better Than You Believe: 8 Steps to Ultimate Success," reflects his dedication to personal growth and leadership development.

Mr. Berry's personal life is enriched by his love for global travel, chess, tennis, jazz cruises, classical music and Latin dancing. As he continues his journey, he aims to explore new technologies such as artificial intelligence to extend his impact globally. Through his work, he hopes to be remembered as an individual who made meaningful contributions while continuously learning and embracing new experiences across diverse cultures worldwide.

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