Danielle Laurent, Mshr, Sphr Email & Phone Number

Washington Dc-Baltimore Area

Have you ever temporarily needed an HR expert but couldn’t find one? Us too! So, we created Next Level Benefits, an HR consulting firm that provides on-demand access to HR experts for short-term human capital projects and fractional assignments.We are the on-demand solution to fill the gaps and bandwidth challenges within your HR team. Next Level Benefits is a nationally-certified HR consulting firm staffed with former corporate HR professionals in all HR disciplines. Each member of our team has decades of corporate HR experience from Fortune 500 companies, global organizations, and well-known brands around the world.

Washington Dc-Baltimore Area

Defined priorities and directed a globally distributed People Operations department in facilitating business scalability, employee growth, and HR process streamlining across global locations. Provided strategic guidance as a key member of the executive leadership team to better align human capital initiatives with business objectives. Launched transformational HR and organizational initiatives to foster a corporate culture that inspired innovation and drove change/growth.

Washington Dc-Baltimore Area

As VP of People Operations, I acted as a strategic partner for executive leaders, known for strong knack for bringing organizational change. I navigated complex landscapes by collaborating directly with CEOs to redefine departmental structures. I spearheaded culture shifts and strategic change management initiatives, all while optimizing employee engagement, retention, recruitment, and overall organizational effectiveness. At Netography, I created our corporate DNA by leading mission, vision, and values workshop, driving real-time engagement in hiring and promotions. I streamlined HR processes using innovative tools like Lattice, integrated ATS for smarter recruiting, and created seamless onboarding systems. My expertise in strategic benefits planning yielded thousands of dollars in annual savings.✅ Let's discuss how I can bring this prowess to your team for impactful results!#HRLifeCycle #OrganizationalChange #StrategicPartner #CultureShifts #EmployeeEngagement #TalentAcquisition #Onboarding #StrategicBenefitsPlanning

Mclean, Virginia, United States

At Ntiva, I orchestrated rebranding and strategic evolution of People Department, handling integration of 3 recently acquired companies through role transitions and compensation management. I was a strategic partner to Executive Team, shaping human capital strategies that fueled business operations, and optimized employee engagement, retention, recruitment, and overall organizational effectiveness. My focus on talent management enabled me to evaluate compensation strategies for inclusive workforce while nurturing responsive and accountable culture within the People Department. Streamlining HR processes, establishing impactful employee engagement initiatives, and tailoring tech-driven recognition programs to employee preferences were my forte. I also led specialized management training for over 50 managers, raising company-wide engagement, leadership quality, and strategic management to new heights. 🚀 Excited to share my expertise and collaborate with you as HR Leader!#StrategicChangeManagement #HRLeadership #ExecutiveExperience #TalentManagement #OrganizationalEffectiveness #HumanCapitalStrategy #HRInnovation #LeadershipDevelopment #PeopleOperations #HRTransformation

Chantilly, Virginia, United States

As Senior Director of HR, I crafted robust HR infrastructure from the ground up, aligning it with company's growth trajectory and engineer-centric ethos, effectively managing all HR facets – recruitment, onboarding, performance, benefits, compensation, and retention. Guiding shared resource staff and new program leaders, I cultivated a culture centered on employee well-being while strictly adhering to federal employment regulations. Collaborating with business development, I formulated resource management metrics and devised end-to-end recruitment strategies for specialized engineering roles. I established a cost-effective benefits program tailored to employee preferences, maintaining ideal HR audit compliance rating.📩 Ready to elevate your HR team's performance to new heights? Let's harness my proven expertise in strategic change management and visionary leadership to drive impactful results together!#HRStrategy #TalentManagement #StrategicChangeManagement #ExecutiveExperience

Greater Los Angeles Area

In this role, I collaborated directly with department leaders to identify and address workforce needs, spearheading recruitment efforts to secure top-tier talent strategically aligned with workforce deployment. As key member of 5-year Planning Committee, I offered insights that shaped long-term business strategies, propelling scalable organizational growth. Additionally, I prepared strategic plan to enhance employee performance and retention, along with CEO succession plan that ensured a seamless leadership transition after three decades of dedicated service.→ Let's connect to explore how my strategic change management and executive experience can add value to your team!#StrategicLeadership #TalentAcquisition #ChangeManagement

Dulles, Va

As Human Resources Manager, I partnered with the VP of Communications to optimize operations within the department while effectively handling personnel concerns and upholding ethical, legal, and federal employment regulations. I directed employee development, created performance evaluation frameworks, refined job descriptions, and fostered clear understanding of organizational roles and expectations. Serving as key point of contact for benefits and compensation matters, I provided expert guidance on timekeeping and leave policies. Implementing a robust onboarding program, I empowered communication managers to cultivate strong business partnerships. Moreover, as member of 20/20 Vision Strategic Planning team, I contributed invaluable insights that guided succession planning and scalability strategies for organizational growth.✅ Let's connect to discuss how my strategic change management expertise can bring impactful results!#HRManagement #EmployeeDevelopment #StrategicPlanning #ChangeManagement #HRStrategy #TalentManagement #OrganizationalGrowth #EmployeeEngagement #HRLeadership

During my tenure in United States Air Force, I assumed the role of strategic Human Resources liaison across Army, Navy, and Air Force, offering ethical and personnel counseling to military leaders. I orchestrated promotion programs, including scheduling exams, distributing study materials, and counseling on advancement prerequisites. Notably, I spearheaded recruitment of Russian linguists for interpreting duties during Russian diplomat visits to weapon sites, fostering international relations. My contributions extended to aiding service members in transitioning from military to civilian life by advising on benefits, pay, and continuous training opportunities, promoting ongoing professional development. Additionally, I excelled as Services Command Human Resource Lead at Manas Airbase, Kyrgyzstan, where I formulated individual training strategies resulting in a 100% pass rate in airman development testing.#StrategicHR #ChangeManagement #LeadershipDevelopment #PersonnelManagement #InternationalRelations#TrainingExcellence #HRInnovation #TalentDevelopment #ProfessionalGrowth

Master'S Degree, Human Resources Development

Bs, Psychology