* Trusted leader, business owner, culture carrier, experienced HR SHRM and Business Partner professional, responsible for developing and delivering the organization’s strategic approach to federal, state, regional and local government relations, including a comprehensive legislative, federal grant, and communications strategy to support organizational initiatives.* C-Suite professional with expertise in working with a diverse, collaborative and energetic workforce whose focus is to bring innovation into the industry and how we serve our customers and team members.* A key member of the leadership team, assisting with the design, development and implementation of strategic projects, initiatives, cross-developmental programs, professional development and organizational planning.* Recogonized leader with the ability to work at a very high executive and ownership level with confidence to effectively lead at all levels to enlist the contributions of those who are not direct reports in accomplishing organizational wide goals.* Highly skilled credible, ethical and relevant influencer, representing Openwork via in person, written, verbal and virtual communications such as making public presentations or speaking to the public or media and to represent Openwork Holdings with elected officials and other business leaders.* Demonstrated ability to deal with sensitive, confidential and complex government and community relations issues.* Thorough knowledge of government relations principles and laws, regulations and legislative processes governing transportation policies and funding sources.* Progressive, proactive problem solver, creator and leader in Organizational Leadership, Operations, Workforce Planning, Employee Relations, Community Relations, P&L, M&A and Change Management.

As Regional Vice President, led department operations within the Texas region, ensuring efficiency at all times, prrimarily responsible for participating and implementing the company's vision, mission, and goals. Equally accountable for setting budgets and plans, devising strategies to boost sales, and evaluating department performances, lead expansions and together with driving strategy within a strategic region focus on growing revenue through new customer acquisition and existing customer expansion.As the regional vice president, monitoring all departments’ growth and progress, encouraging the team at all levels to reach new heights, driving high performance levels in all departments.

Texas SHRM represents over 19,000 SHRM members and 33 SHRM affiliate chapters in the great state of Texas. Our reach includes thousands of HR professionals and employers across all industries. Our members are at the top of their profession impacting workplaces and their organizational goals. We are the voice for the HR profession in matters of key HR issues, state legislation, and education. Our vast member network provides the HR professional access to best practices and professional development.Interested in joining a local SHRM Chapter? There are 33 Chapters in Texas! Find your nearest chapter by visiting the Texas SHRM Council website, https://texasshrm.org/texas-chapters/

Texas SHRM represents over 19,000 SHRM members and 33 SHRM affiliate chapters in the great state of Texas. Our reach includes thousands of HR professionals and employers across all industries. Our members are at the top of their profession impacting workplaces and their organizational goals. We are the voice for the HR profession in matters of key HR issues, state legislation, and education. Our vast member network provides the HR professional access to best practices and professional development.As a Core Leadership Director (CLA) and voting member of the Texas State Council, the role of Director of Technology includes:Educating the members of the State Council and SHRM Chapters about the use of technology, both from a technical prospective and from a business approach. Ensuring that State Council and Affiliate Chapters are fully informed of technology options available on the Texas State Council's website and affiliated social media platforms. Leading a strong social media presence for the Council and support Chapters in their pursuit of digital marketing and technology efforts.Educating Council and Chapter Leadership with technology and social media options available for individual and SHRM Chapter use.Interested in joining a local SHRM Chapter? There are 33 Chapters in Texas! Find your nearest chapter by visiting the Texas SHRM Council website, https://texasshrm.org/texas-chapters/

Responsible for leading Evins Group, LLC's overall operations, delegating and driving profitability, managing company organizational structure, strategy, public relations. Providing leadership and guidance through our mission, culture, and values with our internal and external stakeholders. Leading by example with the highest level of integrity, ethics, and enthusiam for helping others.

A high level executive in the General and Medical Staffing Industry, creating first to market staffing technologies and workforce planning strategies for top organizations. An accomplished leader, providing insights and business development growth, sales, marketing, HR, and operational strategies for Evins Group, LLC's headquarter, divisions, and branch offices. Building workplace partners and sustaining key relationships with other industry leaders in the private, public, and non-profit sectors. Develops workforce planning solutions, improves performance management structure, creates succession plans, builds conflict resolution strategies, influences a coaching culture, and mentors staff. Leads operations for Recruiters, Staffing Coordinators, Branch Managers, Account Representatives, and all other corporate functions and department. Primary interface for client services and vendor accounts, provide HR consulting, customer performance reviews, recruitment strategies, resource solutions, account analysis, and problem solving action plans. Lead and design organizational marketing, advertising, business development, revenue streams, sales, and corporate branding events.Builds collaborative, industry specific recruitment and retention strategies, enriching the training and development of Evins Group, LLC growth, performance, and talent. Develops performance based Evins Group sales and staffing teams. Creates marketing plans, oversees the HR function and compliance, manages corporate P&L, promotes aggressive sales targets, producing annual increases in sales revenue.Specialized Credentials: Society of Human Resource Management Professional, Human Resource Certified Professional, Credentialed Advanced Mediator by the Texas Mediator Credentialing Association.

Engage, lead, and implement full life cycle recruiting, business development, sales, marketing, HR, and operational strategies for Evins Personnel's headquarters, divisions, and branch offices. Expand customer relationships and develops lead generation cycle plans in the private, public, and non-profit sectors. Develop workforce planning, improve performance management structure, create succession plans, build conflict resolution strategies, influence a coaching culture, and mentor staff. Lead operations for Recruiters, Staffing Coordinators, Branch Managers, Account Representatives, and all other corporate functions and department. Primary interface for client service and vendor accounts, provide HR consulting, customer performance reviews, recruitment strategies, resource solutions, account analysis, and problem solving action plans. Lead and design all organizational marketing, advertising, business development, revenue streams, sales, and corporate branding events.Build collaborative, industry specific recruitment programs, training and development of staffing and recruiting coordinators. Hire, train, and develop performance based Evins Personnel Consultants sales teams. Create social media marketing plans, oversee the HR function and compliance, manage corporate P&L, promote aggressive sales targets, increase annual sales, outreach, and marketing portfolios.Specialized Credentials: Society of Human Resource Management Professional, Human Resource Certified Professional, Credentialed Advanced Mediator by the Texas Mediator Credentialing Association.

Austin SHRM’s mission is to promote the ethical Human Resource Management practices, leadership, professionalism, effectiveness, and understanding in the Human Resource Management field by offering members a wide variety of professional development opportunities and a common forum for sharing ideas and experiences. As Austin SHRM’s (formerly AHRMA) Immediate Past President, my role is to serve as an advisor and officer on the Executive Committee responsible for the oversight of AHRMA's Board of Directors. The Executive Committee serves as a key decision maker on urgent matters between schedule board meetings or when time does not allow for a full board vote. To Join, Renew, Sponsor, Volunteer, and MORE with Austin SHRM, visit www.AustinSHRM..org!

Provided leadership to the local chapter consistent with state, regional, and SHRM policy, strategies and objectives. Effectively operated the AHRMA chapter so that the needs of the members were met. Represented the AHRMA chapter in the Human Resources community. Drove the development and implementation of short-term and long-term strategy planning for the AHRMA chapter. Performed other duties as required by AHRMA's bylaws. Presided over the activities of all officers and directors, as well as standing committees, to ensure the accomplishment of AHRMA chapter goals, financial accounting, objectives, and strategies.Communicated state, regional and/or SHRM’s goals, policies, and programs to AHRMA chapter members. Represented the Texas SHRM State Council to AHRMA chapter leaders and the membership. Provided information to the Texas SHRM State Council as a voting member and elected AHRMA chapter representative. Attended Texas SHRM State Council meetings and actively participate in Texas SHRM State Council matters. Maintained communication with the Texas SHRM State Council Director and the SHRM Regional Team.

The Austin Human Resource Management Association (AHRMA) is a not for profit association of 800+ human resource professionals in the greater Austin area representing more than 500 businesses.The President-Elect, at the request of the President, may perform any of the duties of the President. The President Elect leads and initiates all association liaison duties internally and externally in preparation for President in 2018.Leads, facilitates, recruits, manages, administers, and coordinates all aspects of AHRMA's Annual Stepping Stones to Enhancement Program.

The Austin Human Resource Management Association (AHRMA) is a not for profit association of 800+ human resource professionals in the greater Austin area representing more than 500 businesses. Formed in 1950, AHRMA is a top chapter of the national Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) and is the premier association driving the Human Resource profession to a level that is critical to organizational success. Served as the public face of the Association and shall be the liaison with all local and national press, other SHRM chapters and human resource related organizations, and Association sponsors.Enhanced awareness of AHRMA as the premiere Human Resources organization in Central Texas among the business communities in which we serve and in the general public. Managed the marketing and public relations activities of the chapter.Assembled a diverse team of AHRMA volunteers to drive AHRMA marketing and public relations initiatives. Built relationships with community and professional organizations in order to develop mutually beneficial partnerships. Showcased AHRMA's award-winning products and services by collaborating with AHRMA committees including Membership, Diversity, Communications, Programs, Workforce Readiness, Conference and Career Development.For AHRMA marketing committee volunteer opportunities, please contact vpmarketingpr@austinhumanresource.org.

Gerson Lehrman Group (GLG) manages the world’s leading network of experts, the GLG Councils. GLG’s mission is to transform the way top professionals share expertise and learn. GLG organizes conversations, small group meetings, mentorships, surveys, and other interactions with a membership of more than 375,000 experts. GLG is the world’s largest membership for professional learning.Council Members consult with GLG clients over the phone or in person, through small group meetings or longer-term board or special advisory positions. Participation in projects is always at the Council Member's discretion. Council Member backgrounds range from domestic and international policy specialists and economic advisers to academics, scientists and physicians to C-level managers and professional leaders of many kinds.

As CEO of A.D. Collaborative Solutions, LLC, I understood the unique challenges that business owners face, from managing day-to-day operations, to sales and marketing, financials, and beyond. Led and guided today's business leaders based on a successful leadership history with Fortune 500 companies, non-profits, and small businesses, providing advice and expertise based on real-world experiences.Provided high quality services and collaborative solutions for individuals, businesses, and non-profits that improve working relationships, productivity, and enhance future financial success.Produced a variety of consulting services for new and existing business owners and not-for-profit associations designed to address strategic planning issues to internal and external business relationship and operational problems affecting everyday business practices. Customized additional services available for individuals, associations, and business owners that addressed specific alternative dispute resolutions or unique management situations. Developed a Speaker's Bureau and Facilitative Services to educate individuals and groups on the benefits of alternative dispute resolution techniques, strategies, and human resource management tools.

The Dispute Resolution Center (DRC) in Austin operates as an independent nonprofit in the Austin, Texas community. Volunteer mediators come from all parts of the community and from a wide variety of backgrounds. The Dispute Resolution Center offers Mediation Services, Mediation Training, Customized Mediation Training, Facilitation Services, and Community Education Programs designed to give individuals, businesses and communities the skills necessary to effectively mediate and resolve conflicts.Demonstrated an understanding of the mediation process. Reflected the concepts of neutrality, confidentiality, and facilitative tools such as reframing, summarizing, clarifying and empathizing. Delivered the best mediation service to the community, remaining open, impartial and non-judgmental to differences. Led by example as a mediation practitioner with a professional presence. Consistently modeled teamwork and reliability. Worked closely with staff members to determine organizational needs of the Dispute Resolution Center.Initiated PR and outreach activities, marketing research, record-keeping duties, and continuing education. Advocated the positive value of conflict and conflict resolution.Coached diverse individuals of the benefits of community based mediation practices. Interactively role played with students participating in DRC Mediation Training courses.For more information on the Dispute Resolution Center, go to http://www.austindrc.org.

Texas Association of Mediators (TAM) is known as an inclusive organization that represents mediators fromall professional backgrounds and practice areas. TAM is also known for its outstanding annual conferences that feature dispute resolution professionals of national and international renown. MISSION: The Texas Association of Mediators (TAM) is a multidisciplinary organization established to provide leadership and education in the field of mediation. Comprised of a statewide network of mediators, TAM fosters the sharing of information and experience among its members. GOALS: Promote and encourage the use of mediation and the ethical practice of mediation. Promote professional development for mediators. Promote cooperation and communication among organizations and individuals that affect Alternative Dispute Resolution. For more information on mediation and TAM, please go to http://www.txmediator.org.

Built, trained, and led multiple cross-functional sales teams—comprised of managers and sales representatives—to communicate and deliver coordinated marketing messages and corporate strategies for 1,500+ retail outlets, strategic suppliers, operations managers, and partner chain accounts. Established high performance benchmarks for productivity and quality at Area, Region, and Division levels. Held staff accountable for achieving market penetration, sales volume, and annual share growth resulting in over $80 million in revenue annually. Instituted new training protocols for mentoring new sales staff which resulted in the regaining of business previously lost to competitors.•Initiated HR activities for Division/Region recruitment, direct to hire, on-boarding, orientation, polices, training, goal setting/alignment, needs assessment, personal development plans, recognition awards, leadership and succession planning, HR investigations, and progressive disciplinary actions.•Led dramatic improvements in annual share growth by creating strategic partnerships with senior level executives and owners of key businesses impacting 90% of market volume. Influenced peers and senior management on implementing similar innovative marketing and training techniques. •Analyzed customer data, sales volume, and purchase patterns. Developed strategic marketing plans, turning around failing market share losses into new business partnerships and revenue streams. Fueled annual increases in sales, brand awareness, and customer loyalty by instituting talent development and performance management strategies with internal and external stakeholders.

Worked closely with and provided HR support to the executive leadership team, department heads, and 1,400 trade marketing employees. Served as a generalist, assisting with staffing, performance management, program coordination, and workforce development. Conducted staffing interviews, background checks, and presented job offers. Supervised four recruitment managers. Facilitated HR presentations during new-hire and MBA programs. Specialized in organizational change. Investigated HR issues and mediated complaints with multi-level managers. Introduced culture and diversity programs. Presented corporate responsibility programs to large groups and universities. Implemented a streamlined background hiring process that greatly shortened the interview-to-hire time for the entire sales force.•Initiated and developed key relationships to build an interlocking network between HR and corporate operations, working directly with c-suite executives, comprised of Vice Presidents and Area Vice Presidents of HR, Legal, Information Technology, Finance, Marketing, and Trade Marketing. Assisted Area Vice Presidents engaged in a performance panel review process of top-to-top management and entry-level management employees throughout multiple sales regions.•Led talent development, retention, and organizational strategies with senior managers and executive leadership teams. Established a new corporate MBA recruitment and training program in the areas of finance, marketing, sales, and information systems within just 12 months. •Assisted the executive leadership team with the closing and offer process for 1,400 field sales personnel during a corporate merger in 2004; established corrective action protocols and coordinated employee transfers. Started up and expanded a web-based recruitment program with internal recruiters which diminished new hire recruitement costs during the merger.

Recruited, trained, and supervised territory sales managers in a geographical area consisting of 3,000+ retail accounts.•Leveraged information technology to collect data and make informed risk-taking decisions with regard to managing brand portfolios at retail.•Increased annual share growth by negotiating strategic partnerships with key accounts.•Applied proven conflict resolution skills and strengths in creating strategic alliances to drive the attainment of corporate share growth objectives and profitability goals, utilizing competitive weakness to progressive advantages.

Initiated commercial objectives and built collaborative relationships at multiple levels. Developed account-based strategies to create win-win platfoms in an efficient and profitable manner. Worked closely with Territory Managers, District Managers, and Region personnel to increase their account knowledge and identify opportunities for collaborative improvement of relationships and profitability.*Increased account customer base from 30 to 75, doubling the penetration of brand awareness and strategic impact. Attended all relevant trade shows and exhibitions. Conducted initial product demonstrations and presentations to clients.*Exceeded targeted territorial growth at a rate aligned with the company’s strategic goals. Influenced consumer buying habits. Successfully introduced new products and marketing plans. *Improved wholesale and retail relationships, creating a customer centric teambuilding event that gained buy-in and support of Brown & Williamson programs that was not previously established

Achieved revenue objectives through the sale and execution of marketing programs with full 5P support within 13 counties and 365 outlets. Created retailer-specific business plans that generated profitble success for the customer and Brown & Williamson. Independently operated sales territory through independent decision-making, critical selling, and analytical skills.*Enhanced the distribution and availability of products in retail outlets. Reported to senior managers on client needs, service delivery issues, and any competitive threats. Covered the areas of other Territory Managers when needed.*Maintained a high personal level of product knowledge. Managed high quality customer relationships. Recruited and trained retail merchandising staff. Updated territory records of all customers. Provided support to new and existing customers.

Assisted with all store functions including scheduling, ordering, freight processing and all day-to-day store activities as directed. *Performed all opening and closing procedures. Protected and secured all company assets, including store cash. Advocated corporate policies and procedures including safety guidelines. *Provided leadership and direction to associates as appropriate to include utilization of customer relations and daily sales goals. Maintained a professional and friendly environment with customers, subordinates and supervisors. *Assisted with evaluating, recruiting, hiring, training, motivating and counseling team associates. Processed required reports, documents, memos, and available tools and technology at the store level.

Worked closely with an experienced Store Manager to gain hands-on experience in many facets of managing a retail business—from sales and store merchandising to hiring and store operations. Assisted in display of merchandise and maintained sales records for inventory control.• Determined customer needs and wants. Discussed type, quality and number of merchandise required for purchase. Answered customers’ queries and concerns. Recommended merchandise based on individual requirements.• Advised customers on utilization and care of merchandise. Provided advice to clients regarding particular products or services. Explained the use and advantage of merchandise to customers. • Quoted prices and discounts as well as credit terms, trade-in allowances, warranties and delivery dates. Prepared sales contracts and accepted payment through cash, cheque and credit card

Interacted positively and effectively with staff and students. Recognized by department heads for using sound judgment and strong organizational skills. Maintained GPA and class enrollment in the minimum number of hours required by University policy. Demonstrated word processing, computer data entry, filing and telephone reception skills.