Our Purpose: At Intentional Talent Solutions, we are on a mission to empower organizations, nurture talent, and create a positive impact within the realm of Human Resources (HR). With a wealth of experience and a commitment to excellence, we provide comprehensive support to both businesses and individuals, guiding them through their unique journeys.Our Approach: At the heart of Intentional Talent Solutions lies intentionality. We approach every challenge and opportunity with a deliberate focus on your unique needs. We are committed to helping you navigate even the most complex situations, guiding you toward success.Our Promise: No matter how formidable the obstacles may seem, we are here to support you. Our extensive expertise and unwavering dedication make us your trusted partner in overcoming challenges and seizing opportunities.

Developed the talent and L&D strategy, selection, and retention for Focus Brands Corporate, Focus Brands International, McAlister’s Deli, Schlotzsky’s, Moe’s Southwest Grill, Carvel, Cinnabon, Jamba, and Auntie Anne’s, operating over 6,400 locations with 75 company-owned and 6,399 franchised restaurants across all 50 states and 61 countries and territories with systemwide revenues of $462MPartnered with the Executive Leadership Team and Brand Presidents to create an employment strategy to source, hire, and retain top talent through recruitment and continued learning and developmentCreated an innovative social recruitment strategy to deliver effective, efficient, and timely talent acquisition while increasing the awareness of Focus Brands and its employment brand and reducing time to fill below 27 days; increased the brand awareness socially over 250% in the first year Led applicant sourcing, screening, and selection of over 25 executive leadership positions from Chief Marketing Officer, Brand Presidents and Vice Presidents along with multiple leadership positions overseas from SVP of International to Country Directors; reduced budget by over $1M since joining and reducing agency support by 85%Creates and implements training plans for Focus Brand’s employee onboarding, continued growth, and succession; trained over 180 people in 2019 in classes on Leadership, Diversity & Inclusion, DISC, and many Franklin Covey & Ken Blanchard seriesSupported the onboarding of the Jamba brand, moving the brand from Texas and completing the hiring of all 35 support team members within 60 days; supporting the development of job descriptions, organizational design, and job analysis

Led all talent acquisition, succession planning, and employee relations for this themed casual dining chain operating 234 company-owned locations and 26 franchised number of restaurants in 20 states.Partnered with the Vice President of Operations and Chief People Officer to source and hire support center and operations teams, hiring in excess of 400 people within a calendar yearWorked in conjunction with Division Vice Presidents and Directors of Operations to organize their workforce and identify staffing needs; created a talent review to ensure team members were given opportunities for growth and development, increasing promotion from within 30%Reported to Chief Human Resources Officer; led and developed a team of 4 Regional Talent Managers, all of which supported recruitment, succession planning, and employee relations.Develops and maintains the employment brand through LinkedIn, Indeed, Twitter and Facebook as well as the creation and maintenance of jobs website. Implemented and assisted in the build of the ATS system, PeopleMatter, by collaborating to create their Management System while being the primary administrator for the ATS system and primary contact for all contracts for all recruiting needsImplemented successful retention strategies around voluntary turnover through engagement surveys and exit/stay interviews, reducing turnover by 20%Sourced and implemented a new electronic onboarding platform that integrated I-9, WOTC, payroll, and I-9 compliance to streamline human resources effortsIntroduced compensation guidelines based on regional zones, step-in-range, and compa-ratios

Developed and implemented proven talent acquisition strategies to address staffing, sourcing talent attraction, and retention, including job analysis and succession planning for this polished casual restaurant chain operating 42 restaurants across 16 states; reported to the Chief Human Resources Officer and President.Managed the entire recruitment life cycle process, including tactical and administrative tasks for all 45 current locations and corporate, hourly, and new restaurant openingsEstablished third party contracts for assessments while negotiated agreements with all vendorsCreated and implemented development plans and initiatives to develop future growth and leadership through the organizationConducted Annual Engagement Surveys with hourly and management of all 42 locations and presented analysis to the executive team with an overall engagement of over 94% system-wide with a reduction in turnover of 22% year-over-year.Partners with the Directors and Regional Managers to support staffing, development, and succession planning. Built a company presence on social media from creation, implementation, and strategic posting; served as administrator for LinkedIn recruiting efforts, increasing applicants by 150%Partnered with Training to conduct classroom learning with Managers-in-Training on Recruitment Best Practices, DISC, and Owning Your Career.