HOUSTON, TX & WEST COAST, US – National Trench Safety, the trusted leader of superior trench and traffic safety solutions in the industry, has placed Douglas Scott and Brenda Beltran as their new Regional HR Managers. Managing Partner, Pam Noble and Recruiting Director, Kristen Perez led and placed the integral HR searches.
“Brenda and Douglas each bring a unique blend of strategic insight and hands-on leadership that will be instrumental in supporting National Trench Safety’s continued transformation. Their people-first approach and deep operational expertise make them strong partners for the business—and we’re proud to have played a role in placing such impactful HR leaders on both coasts,” shared Pam Noble, Managing Partner at TCG.
As the Regional HR Managers, Douglas and Brenda will play a vital role in shaping & executing HR strategies across the East and West Coasts, acting as strategic partners to leadership & all centers of excellence while fostering a positive & productive workplace. Their positions offer the opportunity to lead critical HR functions, including performance management, employee relations, & compliance, ensuring alignment with company goals. With a focus on continuous improvement, Douglas and Brenda will drive innovative HR solutions, enhance onboarding experiences, & provide data-driven insights to optimize workforce performance.
Douglas Scott is an accomplished HR leader with nearly a decade of experience supporting multi-site operations across manufacturing, logistics, and industrial sectors. Prior to his new role over the East Coast at National Trench Safety, he served as Regional HR Manager at Federal Signal Corporation, where he serves as a strategic partner to business leaders across 10 sites, overseeing all generalist HR functions, labor relations, and compliance initiatives, including navigating complex California employment regulations. Known for his ability to break down silos and drive operational efficiency, Douglas previously held key HR roles at Graphic Packaging and BLG Logistics, where he built HR infrastructures from the ground up, improved communication channels, and championed workforce development initiatives. Douglas brings a hands-on, business-aligned approach to optimizing human capital and advancing organizational goals.
Brenda Beltran, the new West Coast Regional HRM, brings with her over a decade of progressive HR leadership across manufacturing, construction, and service-based industries. Known for her hands-on approach to employee relations, compliance, and workforce optimization, Brenda has successfully led multi-site HR teams and supported workforces of 500+ employees. Her experience includes driving engagement and retention strategies, overseeing large-scale compliance initiatives, mentoring HR teams, and leveraging data to enhance workforce planning and reduce costs. Prior to joining National Trench Safety, Brenda held HR leadership roles at Milgard Windows & Doors, International Paper, and the U.S. Marine Corps, where she consistently championed people-first solutions and operational excellence.
About National Trench Safety
National Trench Safety is the trusted leader of superior trench and traffic safety solutions in the industry. NTS provides unparalleled service, expert guidance, and tailored solutions to their clients to ensure team safety and project efficiency. NTS’s focused commitment lies in providing nothing but the best to their valued customers, ensuring their safety and success. NTS strives to offer cutting-edge solutions that meet the highest standards of quality and reliability. NTS is the only trench and traffic safety equipment company with a national branch network. They provide a diversified, comprehensive inventory of equipment for rental and sale, trench and traffic safety engineering services, and an extensive OSHA-compliant training program. At its core, NTS is a company built upon service, as evidenced by their mission statement.
National Trench Safety (NTS) is a private equity-backed company formed through the merger of two entities under the leadership of Tailwind Capital. With over 800 employees across 29 states, including 30% based in California and a growing presence in the UK, NTS is targeting $400 million in revenue by 2025. The organization is in a period of transformation, reorganizing from an operational to a regional model to drive efficiency and alignment.
About The Christopher Group
Through its award-winning, customized HR solutions, The Christopher Group (TCG) delivers critical human capital solutions in the area of executive HR search, interim HR leaders, fractional CHROs, and HR advisory and consulting. Since 1998, TCG has served clients across all industries, locations, company sizes, and verticals. Staffed by former HR professionals and highly trained search practitioners who have sat in the job, TCG has been named one of the Fastest-Growing, Best Non-Profit, Diversity, Private Equity, and Top 50 Executive Recruiting Firms by Hunt Scanlon as well as Forbes’ 2019, 2020, 2021 & 2022 list of America’s Best Executive Recruiting Firms.