Geoff Carlson

Geoff Carlson, SPHR, joined the Cathedral first as a recruiting consultant, then as Interim Director of Human Resources in 2022, and coming onboard permanently as the Cathedral’s Director of Human Resources in 2023.

Geoff is responsible for all Human Resources processes and initiatives for the Cathedral, including DEIB standards and initiatives; recruitment and retention; training, performance review and professional development; updating and digitization of Human Resources processes; and partnering to grow a culture of Welcoming and Inclusivity at the Cathedral.

Geoff was a former professional actor before finding his passion in People work. Geoff has helped develop and grow Human Resources systems and cultures for various organizations, ranging from a small national retail business, a large multi-national cooperative, and as a People Leader for Apple. He started his Human Resources consulting firm in 2018, focusing on equity and inclusion in recruitment for small- to medium-sized mission-oriented organizations.

Geoff is a preacher’s kid from Omaha, Neb., and received a Bachelor’s degree from Grace University. He has received DEI and HR operational certificates from Cornell University and his SPHR certification in 2024 from HRCI.