Ameresco, Inc. announced that it has appointed Lenka Patten as its new Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer. With 20 years of forward-thinking human capital experience, Patten comes to Ameresco with a proven track record of implementing integrated human resource strategies that put people first and support the overall mission and vision of organizations. In her new role, Patten will serve as a strategic member of the Ameresco executive management team, leading Ameresco's team of human resources professionals.

Patten will also provide guidance as a personnel advisor to each business unit and work to ensure cohesion across talent acquisition, professional development and employee engagement processes so that each area is aligned with Ameresco's strategic business goals and objectives. Prior to Ameresco, Patten served as the head of human resources for Reebok International, where she was responsible for developing and executing global human resource strategy, specifically in the areas of talent management; diversity, equity and inclusion; organization design; performance management; training and development; social purpose and community impact, among others. She's also held human resources leadership roles at other organizations, including publicly traded State Street Corporation and Fidelity Investments.

Patten graduated from the University of Economics in Prague, Czech Republic with a bachelor's degree in economics and comparative politics and a master's degree in economics. She holds a master's degree in organizational development from American University in Washington, D.C. as well. Patten is also a Society for Human Resource Management Senior Certified Professional, a nationally lauded recognition.