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Valerie Lewis
BSI names chief people officer
Stacy Wescoe//February 27, 2026//
Listen to this articleBethlehem‘s BSI Corporate Benefits has promoted its COO to a newly created position of chief people officer.
The company said the new role for Valerie Lewis is aimed at reinforcing the firm’s commitment to its people, culture, and long‑term growth strategy.
As BSI continues to expand, it said that the creation of the chief people officer role reflects the firm’s belief that its people are its greatest competitive advantage.
In this position, Lewis will lead organizational culture, leadership development, talent strategy, and employee engagement to ensure the BSI team is equipped to grow and deliver exceptional results for clients.
The CPO role is designed to align BSI’s business and talent strategies. Lewis will oversee organizational development, workforce planning, leadership coaching, employee experience, performance management, and cultural alignment.
Her work will ensure that growth initiatives are supported by scalable processes, strong communication, and a values‑driven environment that attracts and retains top talent.
“Having worked alongside Val for many years, I can say she is truly the heart of our firm, dedicated to our team, advocating for their growth, and ensuring their success,” said Tony DaRe, CEO of BSI Corporate Benefits. “Her passion for employee success has long been a cornerstone of BSI. This role is a natural fit for Val and perfectly aligned with her purpose. With her deep experience across the firm, she is the ideal leader to guide our people strategy during this exciting phase of growth.”
