With over two decades of experience in human resources, consulting and culture development, I'm passionate about helping businesses and people thrive together. I am dedicated to cultivating workplaces where people can find joy, innovate together and continuously learn and develop – personally and professionally. In my role as the SVP of People and Culture at Compass Datacenters, I lead and shape the People practice, holding the Compass culture squarely at the center. This involves more than traditional HR functions; it’s about empowering individuals, fostering collaboration and aligning every aspect of the workplace with the organization’s Core Convictions and objectives.Prior to Compass, I spent more than 10-years in the high-tech industry with Ever.Ag – a P.E. backed software-as-a-service technology company focused in supply chain management software and solutions. Prior to that, I spent several years in HR consulting for small and large organizations.Strategic, results driven, and versatile HR Leader with expertise in people practices from hire to retire. A culture catalyst. Senior leadership and business advisor. Deep knowledge and experience within Datacenter Industry, SaaS Tech Organizations, Supply Chain, and Private Equity (PE). Skilled with developing people and talent strategies (talent acquisition, engagement, retention, talent management, compensation programs), M&A activities (pre and post), transformation planning and execution, evaluation and implementation of HR systems and benefits, and unique experience managing corporate accounting functions (financial reporting) and corporate operation functions.Specialties: Culture development and engagement, Compensation Program Development and Execution, HR Metrics and Reporting, Standard Operating Procedure development and execution for small and mid-sized businesses, Implementation of HR systems, Selection and Recruitment Systems, M&A, Multi-state payroll and state laws, Executive Coaching, P&L, Budgeting, Vendor Management/Negotiations, Job Analysis, Assessments and Testing, EEO/Labor Law, Talent Management and Training, Performance Management, Workforce logistics