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Ken E. Johnson joined Avanex on November 27 2007. He is responsible for providing leadership in the planning development implementation and administration of Avanex’ worldwide human resource functions.
Mr. Johnson brings over 20 years of experience in human resources with demonstrated leadership in managing company workforces throughout diverse business cycles. Prior to joining Avanex Mr. Johnson served as Executive Vice President of Human Resources at Placer Sierra Bancshares where he led personnel though the IPO process acquisitions and created metrics to identify workforce trends resulting in reduced employee turnover and increased growth objectives.
Mr. Johnson also served in several roles at Spectra-Physics Lasers Inc. including Vice President of Human Resources where his efforts led to evolve the organization from survival mode to one of sustained growth with new market opportunities.
Mr. Johnson began his career at Pacific Gas & Electric Company as a Human Resources Representative providing a full scope of HR services.
Mr. Johnson Received a B.S. in Business Administration at San Jose State University and a M.B.A. at Notre Dame de Namur. | 