Direct the development, oversight, and implementation of strategic company goals, planning, objectives, and systems. Serve as a business partner to leadership and teams regarding human resources issues including recruitment & selection, retention, employee relations, benefits, compensation practices, performance management, and leadership development. Directly oversee human resource functions including employee relations, worker’s compensation, leave and benefit management, HRIS management, staffing & selection, training & development, performance management, wage & salary administration, payroll administration, personnel practices, policy & procedure development and implementation, and health & safety awareness. Maintain current working knowledge of relevant laws, policies and procedures.

Develop, direct, and implement training programs, tools, and resources. Work with regional teams to support career development. Support overall company objectives through cross-functional teams. Establish a clear brand for company learning and establish a regular communications cadence, so employees can easily access the right content at the right timeStrong leadership, planning, execution, and people development skills

Training and HR lead at Bellevue J.Crew. Worked with small management team dedicated to increased sales, customer service excellence, profitability, detailed training and employee engagement.

In my role as Retail and Catering Manager, I oversaw a small staff including Supervisors. I was directly responsible for 2 million in sales per year for quick service dining, wholesale accounts and catering both offsite, delivery and pickup. Consistently committed to development of Supervisors and team members demonstrated through regular meetings, engagement and feedback. Developed strong guest loyalty with customer service focus, team engagement, and great personality!

Worked with small management staff to run $6.5 million, multi-concept restaurant with a staff of 130 and 60 direct reports● Increased sales 9% and profitability by 4% over previous year through consistent guest service, operational excellence, and a fully engaged and energized team● Continually focused on daily education and communication as a means towards higher sales● Maintained costs at or below budget through weekly sales and labor forecasts, daily management of labor, and accurate ordering/inventory● Minimized turnover with selective hiring, thorough training, and ongoing coaching● Promoted several staff members into more senior positions through reviews, coaching and 1x1s● Ran monthly and quarterly meetings with 5 departments including 60+ employees● Other duties included: scheduling, inventory, invoice management, Mindshare program (guest feedback),

I opened and managed a specialty boutique in Ballard. We focused on women's fashions and lifestyle accessories.