MSI HR Leader Christopher Courneen Joins SHRM Executive Council

M S International, Inc. (MSI) has announced that its Senior Vice President of Human Resources, Christopher Courneen, has been appointed to the SHRM Executive Council—a global body of senior workforce leaders and academics shaping the future of work.

The SHRM Executive Council brings together top CHROs, business executives, and thought leaders to provide strategic input to Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM). The group advises on critical workplace issues, including talent strategy, organizational culture, workforce transformation, and enterprise performance, helping guide SHRM’s research, policy priorities, and member initiatives.

Courneen’s appointment reflects MSI’s growing influence in workforce strategy and organizational leadership. In his role, he will collaborate with peers across industries to address evolving challenges facing employers, from managing workforce change to aligning HR with broader business objectives.

According to Courneen, the opportunity allows MSI to contribute directly to global conversations shaping the workplace while also bringing back insights to strengthen the company’s people strategy and long-term growth.

SHRM, with nearly 340,000 members across 180 countries, plays a central role in advancing workplace innovation and best practices. Its Executive Council ensures that its initiatives remain aligned with real-world organizational needs and emerging trends.

Founded in 1975 and headquartered in Orange, California, MSI is a leading North American supplier of flooring, countertops, wall tile, and hardscaping products. With a large network of showrooms and distribution centers across the U.S. and Canada, the company continues to expand its operational footprint while investing in leadership and workforce development.

The appointment underscores the increasing importance of HR leadership in driving business strategy, as organizations navigate rapid changes in talent expectations, technology adoption, and workplace dynamics.