HR Leader with Tri-Arrows Aluminum, a leading supplier of rolled aluminum sheet in the North American Market. Reporting to the President & CEO, support operations of the HR functional areas, with responsibilities including talent acquisition, learning and development, compensation/benefits, employee engagement, legal compliance and daily HR operations.

As Director, Human Resources, lead and oversee Human Resources and Health, Safety and Environmental functions supporting the corporate organization, as well as field production and distribution operations. Active member of the leadership team and operate as a strategic business partner to grow and develop the business. Develop and implement core life-cycle HR programs and employee engagement initiatives, while creating efficiencies and bottom line savings.

As VP, Human Resources, manage and oversee the functional generalist areas supporting operations. Work with members of the management team as a strategic business partner to build and manage the organization. Partner with the North American HR management team to develop and implement HR practices, policies and initiatives. Coordinate and continue improving the activities and programs of the HR function throughout the region.

As Sr Director, Human Resources, lead system wide domestic HR Field Operations (including field restaurant and Quality Control Center operations across 20 markets) through operationally driven, strategic partnerships and implementation of services and programs in support of a high performance, team member-oriented culture.

As Director, Organizational Development & Talent Management, implemented training and development solutions in alignment with culture and business strategy. Directed the full life cycle recruiting process including employment branding, candidate recruiting and onboarding experience. Drove Papa John’s employment brand through progressive talent acquisition strategies.

Drive all domestic HR initiatives for production, distribution, and transportation division. Partner with executive and operations leadership to devise strategic HR plans. Spearhead workforce planning, salary administration, talent acquisition, and succession planning. Pilot change management and organizational restructuring efforts.

Delivered the “Starbucks Experience” to internal partners at the worlds leading coffee roaster/retailer through the timely execution of human resources consultation involving employee relations, compensation, benefits, and leave of absence issues. Proactively participated, supported and facilitated Human Resources programs and initiatives throughout the Western Region, track Human Resources program activity, researched results, and prepared reports. Educated partners regarding federal and state regulations, organizational policies and procedures, actively participated in the partner planning process and provided Human Resources and operations with consultation to support sound partner and business decisions.

Directed all training/development and safety functions for the production & distribution division of the third largest quick service retail pizza company in the U.S. Rapidly promoted through a series of increasingly responsible positions to manager of safety functions and training and development department. Assessed needs, developed solutions and evaluated effectiveness of performance interventions for 750+ team members across 10 quality control centers nationwide, while concurrently managing safety operations, including OSHA compliance, Workers’ Compensation, and safety process consulting.