Ms. Dawson is chief people officer for Texas Health Resources. Having celebrated 20 years with the system in 2025, she is passionate about developing an inclusive culture that attracts, retains and inspires team members. Under her leadership, Texas Health has been transformed, with elevated consumer experience and optimized HR functions. Her accomplishments include designing and managing benefits offerings, modernizing HR technology solutions, spearheading business acquisitions, and leading diversity, equity and inclusion efforts. Her contributions have led to the system’s inclusion on lists like Fortune’s “100 Best Companies to Work For,” “Best Workplaces in Texas” and “Best Workplaces in Health Care.” The system was also awarded with the 2024 “HR Team of the Year” award by HRO Today magazine and was on The Dallas Morning News’ “Top DFW Employers” list.
