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Meet our leadership team that guides employees, clients, and stakeholders toward an impactful and purposeful future.

Dr. Claudine Beckford

Founder and CEO of BeckThom HR Consulting

Born in Kingston, Jamaica migrated to the United States, Washington DC area at an early age. Dr. Claudine Gail Beckford founded BeckThom HR Consulting in 2014.


Her unique approach, honed over three decades, encompasses human capital management, strategic workforce planning, project and program management, talent management, recruitment, employee and labor relations, diversity & inclusion, and business management processes. Her leadership has managing and and supporting over 300,000 professionals, enabling them to pioneer cutting-edge power and service solutions strategies for their organizations.


Dr. Beckford's robust background in supporting and transforming organizational HR practices is a testament to her leadership and influence in the field. She has led initiatives at prominent agencies, including the District of Columbia government, the United States Army and Navy and Marines, the General Services Administration (GSA), the Census Bureau, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), and the Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board (FRTIB). Her career highlights include developing comprehensive talent management strategies aligned with executive directives, overseeing complex workforce development initiatives, leading complex programs and projects, and implementing strategic HR frameworks that optimize performance and compliance.


Dr. Beckford's unwavering commitment to excellence is a driving force in her career. She has been instrumental in restructuring job roles, developing roadmaps and progression ladders to identify competency gaps in performance, metrics-enhancing recruitment and training strategies, developing strategic communication plans, and fostering organizational resilience through effective change management. Her ability to efficiently manage multiple projects under stringent timelines while never losing sight of achieving long-term strategic goals is a testament to her dedication and efficiency. Driven by this commitment, Dr. Beckford leverages her extensive experience in competency modeling, workforce analytics, and leadership development to drive impactful outcomes and nurture lasting client relationships.


Dr. Beckford and her team received outstanding performances and appreciation recognition from the United States Army, The Census Bureau, and the General Services Administration.


Dr. Beckford holds a Doctor of Business Administration from Columbia Southern University, where her research focused on competency-based training approaches for closing the AI technology talent gaps in the United States of America. Dr. Beckford also holds a Master's in Human Resources Management, a Master's of Science in Business Administration, and a Bachelor's in Business Administration. She is a recognized leader in the field, embodying professionalism, integrity, and innovative problem-solving values within every project she undertakes.

Hilda Thompson

President of Operations

Hilda Thompson serves as the President of Operations at BeckThom HR Consulting, where she plays a pivotal role in driving operational excellence. Her leadership is instrumental in supporting client workforce needs and company growth. With over 25 years of leadership experience, Hilda has built a distinguished career in information resource management. 

Before joining BeckThom HR Consulting, she held key roles within the District of Columbia government, including Chief of the Center for Workforce Development. In this capacity, she oversaw the operations of numerous technical and nontechnical programs, impacting over 35,000 participants. Her accomplishments include leading the DC government's pioneering buildout project for a state-of-the-art information technology centralized conference suite. Hilda's department was widely acknowledged for its expertise in supporting complex agency-wide missions through practical program support, budget planning, and contract execution oversight.

 Hilda's career journey began at Digital Equipment Corporation in Boston, Massachusetts, during the late 70's. Starting as a technology trainer, she advanced to Technology Sales, where she helped establish collegiate technology sales initiatives for local colleges in Massachusetts and Maryland to assist them in reaching the current technology systems at the time. Hilda brings a unique perspective shaped by her upbringing in a military family across various European countries. This diverse background enriches her leadership style and approach to problem-solving. She holds a Bachelor of Education From Northeastern University in Massachusetts and multiple certifications in training, technology, and Insurance.

Dr. Claudine Beckford

Founder and CEO of BeckThom HR Consulting

Dr. Claudine Gail Beckford founded BeckThom HR Consulting in 2012.

Her unique approach, honed over three decades, encompasses human capital management, strategic workforce planning, project and program management, talent management, recruitment, employee and labor relations, diversity & inclusion, and business management processes. Her leadership has been instrumental in managing budgets of 20 million and supporting over 200,000 professionals, enabling them to pioneer cutting-edge power and service solutions strategies for their respective organizations.

Dr. Beckford's robust background in supporting and transforming organizational HR practices is a testament to her leadership and influence in the field. She has led initiatives at prominent agencies, including the District of Columbia government, the United States Army and Navy and Marines, the General Services Administration (GSA), the Census Bureau, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), and the Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board (FRTIB). Her career highlights include developing comprehensive talent management strategies aligned with executive directives, overseeing complex workforce development initiatives, leading complex programs and projects, and implementing strategic HR frameworks that optimize performance and compliance.

Dr. Beckford's unwavering commitment to excellence is a driving force in her career. She has been instrumental in restructuring job roles, developing roadmaps and progression ladders to identify competency gaps in performance, metrics-enhancing recruitment and training strategies, developing strategic communication plans, and fostering organizational resilience through effective change management. Her ability to efficiently manage multiple projects under stringent timelines while never losing sight of achieving long-term strategic goals is a testament to her dedication and efficiency. Driven by this commitment, Dr. Beckford leverages her extensive experience in competency modeling, workforce analytics, and leadership development to drive impactful outcomes and nurture lasting client relationships.

Dr. Beckford and her team received outstanding performances and appreciation recognition from the United States Army, The Census Bureau, and the General Services Administration.

Dr. Beckford holds a Doctor of Business Administration from Columbia Southern University, where her research focused on competency-based training approaches for closing the AI technology talent gaps in the United States of America. Dr. Beckford also holds a Master's in Human Resources Management, a Master's of Science in Business Administration, and a Bachelor's in Business Administration. She is a recognized leader in the field, embodying professionalism, integrity, and innovative problem-solving values within every project she undertakes.

Hilda Thompson

Vice President of Operations

Hilda Thompson serves as the Vice President of Operations at BeckThom HR Consulting, where she plays a pivotal role in driving operational excellence. Her leadership is instrumental in supporting client workforce needs and company growth. With over 25 years of leadership experience, Hilda has built a distinguished career in information resource management. 


Before joining BeckThom HR Consulting, she held key roles within the District of Columbia government, including Chief of the Center for Workforce Development. In this capacity, she oversaw the operations of numerous technical and nontechnical programs, impacting over 35,000 participants. Her accomplishments include leading the DC government's pioneering buildout project for a state-of-the-art information technology centralized conference suite. Hilda's department was widely acknowledged for its expertise in supporting complex agency-wide missions through practical program support, budget planning, and contract execution oversight.


 Hilda's career journey began at Digital Equipment Corporation in Boston, Massachusetts, during the late 70's. Starting as a technology trainer, she advanced to Technology Sales, where she helped establish collegiate technology sales initiatives for local colleges in Massachusetts and Maryland to assist them in reaching the current technology systems at the time. Hilda brings a unique perspective shaped by her upbringing in a military family across various European countries. This diverse background enriches her leadership style and approach to problem-solving. She holds a Bachelor of Education From Northeastern University in Massachusetts and multiple certifications in training, technology, and Insurance.

Hilda Thompson

President of Operations

Hilda Thompson serves as the President of Operations at BeckThom HR Consulting, where she plays a pivotal role in driving operational excellence. Her leadership is instrumental in supporting client workforce needs and company growth. With over 25 years of leadership experience, Hilda has built a distinguished career in information resource management. 


Before joining BeckThom HR Consulting, she held key roles within the District of Columbia government, including Chief of the Center for Workforce Development. In this capacity, she oversaw the operations of numerous technical and nontechnical programs, impacting over 35,000 participants. Her accomplishments include leading the DC government's pioneering buildout project for a state-of-the-art information technology centralized conference suite. Hilda's department was widely acknowledged for its expertise in supporting complex agency-wide missions through practical program support, budget planning, and contract execution oversight.


 Hilda's career journey began at Digital Equipment Corporation in Boston, Massachusetts, during the late 70's. Starting as a technology trainer, she advanced to Technology Sales, where she helped establish collegiate technology sales initiatives for local colleges in Massachusetts and Maryland to assist them in reaching the current technology systems at the time. Hilda brings a unique perspective shaped by her upbringing in a military family across various European countries. This diverse background enriches her leadership style and approach to problem-solving. She holds a Bachelor of Education From Northeastern University in Massachusetts and multiple certifications in training, technology, and Insurance.

Hilda Thompson

President of Operations

Hilda Thompson serves as the President of Operations at BeckThom HR Consulting, where she plays a pivotal role in driving operational excellence. Her leadership is instrumental in supporting client workforce needs and company growth. With over 25 years of leadership experience, Hilda has built a distinguished career in information resource management. 

Before joining BeckThom HR Consulting, she held key roles within the District of Columbia government, including Chief of the Center for Workforce Development. In this capacity, she oversaw the operations of numerous technical and nontechnical programs, impacting over 35,000 participants. Her accomplishments include leading the DC government's pioneering buildout project for a state-of-the-art information technology centralized conference suite. Hilda's department was widely acknowledged for its expertise in supporting complex agency-wide missions through practical program support, budget planning, and contract execution oversight.

 Hilda's career journey began at Digital Equipment Corporation in Boston, Massachusetts, during the late 70's. Starting as a technology trainer, she advanced to Technology Sales, where she helped establish collegiate technology sales initiatives for local colleges in Massachusetts and Maryland to assist them in reaching the current technology systems at the time. Hilda brings a unique perspective shaped by her upbringing in a military family across various European countries. This diverse background enriches her leadership style and approach to problem-solving. She holds a Bachelor of Education From Northeastern University in Massachusetts and multiple certifications in training, technology, and Insurance.

Gillian Myers

Director of Training

Gillian Myers is an accomplished and successful learning and development consultant with 20+ years of multi-industry experience. Gillian possesses exceptional facilitation skills and has excelled in delivering consulting, training, and coaching services to clients globally. Gillian has worked successfully within a variety of industries including biotech, not-for-profit, government, juvenile corrections, education (K-12), manufacturing, finance, healthcare, and others. Her work as an internal and external partner has directly impacted the development of individual contributors and leaders through one- on-one coaching and a series of leadership development programs. In her capacity within organizations, Gillian understands all too well that one of the many reasons employees leave is a direct result of ineffective leadership. Her focus has been to help leaders navigate the nuances and challenges of leadership to bring about a positive impact on staff engagement and performance. She is experienced in providing leadership coaching, team development, and cultural change management through diversity, equity, and inclusion training and skilled in facilitating courageous conversations about race, culture, gender, sexual orientation, and gender identity. Gillian has also supported individual contributors in the enhancement of skills and career development practices. 



Gillian has held leadership roles at The Center for Workforce Development, the Department of Youth Rehabilitation Services (DYRS), and the Office of the State Superintendent of Education as well as a senior program manager role at the United States Pharmacopeia (USP). She has led high performing teams, reformed learning and development departments and developed leadership programs for frontline and mid-level leaders. She is certified in MBTI, a DDI Master Trainer and a Certified Professional Coach. 


Throughout her career, Gillian has developed and led numerous complex development programs to enhance skill level of staff at all levels for the achievement of organizational goals. As a training professional, she is constantly seeking new and innovative ways to foster a dynamic learning environment and promote the development of staff competencies. 


Gillian earned her Master’s degree from Marymount University in Human Resource Development and her Bachelor’s degree in International Relations from Tufts University.

Gillian Myers

Director of Training and Development

Gillian Myers is an accomplished and successful learning and development consultant with 20+ years of multi-industry experience. Gillian possesses exceptional facilitation skills and has excelled in delivering consulting, training, and coaching services to clients globally. Gillian has worked successfully within a variety of industries including biotech, not-for-profit, government, juvenile corrections, education (K-12), manufacturing, finance, healthcare, and others. Her work as an internal and external partner has directly impacted the development of individual contributors and leaders through one- on-one coaching and a series of leadership development programs. In her capacity within organizations, Gillian understands all too well that one of the many reasons employees leave is a direct result of ineffective leadership. Her focus has been to help leaders navigate the nuances and challenges of leadership to bring about a positive impact on staff engagement and performance. She is experienced in providing leadership coaching, team development, and cultural change management through diversity, equity, and inclusion training and skilled in facilitating courageous conversations about race, culture, gender, sexual orientation, and gender identity. Gillian has also supported individual contributors in the enhancement of skills and career development practices.


Gillian has held leadership roles at The Center for Workforce Development, the Department of Youth Rehabilitation Services (DYRS), and the Office of the State Superintendent of Education as well as a senior program manager role at the United States Pharmacopeia (USP). She has led high performing teams, reformed learning and development departments and developed leadership programs for frontline and mid-level leaders. She is certified in MBTI, a DDI Master Trainer and a Certified Professional Coach.


Throughout her career, Gillian has developed and led numerous complex development programs to enhance skill level of staff at all levels for the achievement of organizational goals. As a training professional, she is constantly seeking new and innovative ways to foster a dynamic learning environment and promote the development of staff competencies.


Gillian earned her Master’s degree from Marymount University in Human Resource Development and her Bachelor’s degree in International Relations from Tufts University.

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