Mandala Group, LLC is a full-service, experienced HR consulting firm specializing in providing tailored human capital solutions to organizations of all sizes. We offer our expertise short or long term project based or interim assignments.

Developed an HR strategy and implemented technologies designed to position Company for exponential growth.Creatively designed a comprehensive benefits program that improved services for employees and increased talent attraction while maintaining costs for the Company. Led an HR team of generalists and technical recruiters to deliver excellent support to managers and employees. Monitored performance through the implementation of metrics and dashboards.

Developed and scaled a strategic, full-service HR program to support a venture backed start-up growing the company of scientists and engineers 169% over 7 years.Provided strategic talent expertise as part of the company Executive team and monthly to the Board of Directors.Implemented successful programs designed to professionally and technically develop employees as well as drive a culture of innovation and entrepreneurialism earning the award of Best Places to Work in New Jersey in 2014 and again in 2020.Established effective and efficient staffing strategies to support business operations. Partnered with management to develop human resource planning models identifying competency, knowledge and talent gaps to develop solutions to meet business needs within budget.Delivered executive leadership to the Safety Committee and IT Team.

Recruited to develop a strategically aligned HR Program for a year old company with 200+ employees. Collaborated with senior management to create company policies and procedures; recruit new talent; create an HRIS database; design and deliver training and incentive programs. Manage labor relations, leave-of-absence programs and personnel records; administer employee benefits and talent management programs; develop annual HR plan and budget; and handle HR generalist workplace issues.* Negotiated approximately 100 salary offers annually, including exempt and non-exempt levels, as well as bonus/benefit packages and sales compensation packages.* Brought workers’ compensation program into full compliance. Instituted preferred medical providers list, trained supervisors on procedures to follow in case of injury, and a return-to-work policy that reduced out of pocket medical expenses by 30%.* Reduced employee health benefit costs by 15% annually through thorough financial analysis of group plan types, premium rates, and employee participation.* Lead the negotiations for management in collective bargaining with the United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners, LU #821 resulting in reduced labor costs, flat benefit contributions, and stronger performance management controls over a four year term.* Partnered with line managers to develop competency based staffing plans designed to keep projects on track and within budget.* Introduced company’s first formal performance review program, creating a flexible and well-received tool that was both practical for supervisors and aligned with the strategic goals of the organization.* Trained 10-member management team on interviewing techniques and best practices, conducting lunchtime workshops and one-on-one coaching sessions that contributed to sound hiring decisions.

Met the human capital development needs of a business unit through: talent management consulting, training needs analysis, performance improvement interventions, and implementation of learning strategies. Designed, developed, and delivered training in the area of project management for employees company-wide.* Lead intra-company teams in a large (5000+ employees), matrix organization through the development of company specific project management methodology and training resulting in two flagship courses in the areas of company specific project management and project financial control.* Designed and managed a strategic, developmentally based curriculum of courses generating over $1,000,000 in internal credits annually aimed to grow employees in the project management function from basic skills through PMI certification.* Developed and maintained relationships with both stakeholders and customers to continuously generate and execute quality learning initiatives meeting the business priorities of Telcordia Technologies.* Designed, developed, and delivered training courses in the areas of project management, contract management, quality management, new employee orientation, ESOP orientation, and communication.* Performed internal consultation for process improvement in the areas of business management, risk management, and quality management.

Facilitated the matching of cancer patients to cancer survivors for one-to-one support. Coordinated the logistics of all Cancer Hope Network Support Person training, recertification and educational programs. Provided accurate statistics, reports, and necessary data regarding patient volume.* Developed and managed professional rapport with members of the oncology community and a staff of over 300 volunteer support people.* Collaborated with the Juran Institute in the re-engineering of agency’s core business processes: identifying inefficiencies in the patient/support matching process and methodically updating and streamlining the entire operation.* Authored documentation of the new processes and procedures as well as designed, developed, and delivered an original training and certification program for new and existing volunteers.