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Denver, Co, Us

Brighton, Ma, Us

Provide industry insight and outcome-based observations to HBR publishersContribute original contentProvide expertise on situational coaching and organizational improvement

Denver, Colorado, Us

Lead all elements of People OpsImprove organizational culture, trust, and performanceVendor relationsTotal Rewards Strategy

Denver, Co, Us

Operate as Fractional Executive providing leadership and strategy execution for small to medium sized businesses and startups. Clients included: Aurora Organic Farms, Comcast, Alteryx, Noodles & Company, Cloud Elements, NewWorld Interactive, Canopy Advisory Group, Stacey & Witbeck, CampusLogic, 1st Southwest Bank, Georgia Tech University, Shinesty, Sovrn, BWBacon, Cummins, nVoq, and others- Provide strategic consulting to C-suite executives and board members on organizational design, talent process, and leadership development.- Lead comprehensive organizational performance improvement initiatives for startups and small-to-medium enterprises.- Design and implement scalable systems that improve efficiency, reduce time-to-production, and enhance product diversity.- Create and deliver data-driven management programs- Integrate descriptive, diagnostic, and prescriptive analytics to optimize team performance.- Advise on processes, reduce operational friction, and improving onboarding strategies.- Partner with leaders to assess organizational effectiveness and implement process changes that drive business results and employee engagement.

Boulder, Colorado, Us

Developed and executed a comprehensive operations strategy to align with organizational goals, including leadership development, performance management, and strategic planning.Led process improvement initiatives that streamlined recruitment and succession planning, achieving a 90%+ employee retention rate year-over-year.Collaborated with executive leadership to implement a high-impact performance process, improving communication and trust within a fully remote environment.Consulted with senior leaders on organizational design, change management, and structure optimization to increase efficiency and effectiveness.Led organizational change processes, improving team alignment and overall business performance through data-backed recommendations.

Denver, Co, Us

- Lead all People related matters (talent acquistion, total compensation, employee relations, development, exit, etc.)- Lead Operational elements (accounting, internal projects, office logistics, workforce planning, legal, etc.)- Manage back office team (3 direct reports)- Drove rapid organizational growth, successfully scaling employee base by 2x within six months while building foundational processes and strategies.- Partnered with senior leadership to establish operational practices and management systems, improving internal processes and employee engagement.- Implemented performance improvement initiatives that streamlined business operations and increased productivity.

Denver, Co, Us

Position Summary:Direct all areas of Talent including training, performance management, employee engagement, employee relations, total rewards, onboarding, and culture at an industry leading oil and gas software development company with over 5000 ee in the US, Canada, and Australia. Partner with global colleagues on strategic alignment in areas of talent acquisition and overall human capital strategy. Accomplishments and Responsibilities:• Create and execute global talent strategy and programs from recruiting/onboarding strategy to succession planning and executive level development• Created and administered companies first employee engagement survey and change process• Manage organization Performance Management process* Work with organizational leaders and managers regarding employee relations issues.• Lead global implementation of talent infrastructure and strategy (EMEA, APAC, Americas) • Established and managed a Global Talent Development Facilitation Network of volunteer facilitators across the globe to resource training needs at a low cost• Developed organizational talent dashboard and metrics• Implemented succession planning strategy using 9-box planning tool and leadership potential assessments for depth charting to identify key talent and crucial gaps

Broomfield, Co, Us

Global Talent Development Strategy Creation and Execution - Design integrated talent strategy that is scalable and comprehensive across a global enterprise to include basic skills training, leadership development, succession planning, and executive development - Develop, manage, and facilitate leadership academy for emerging leaders (including 9 box selection with learning agility tools) - Conduct needs assessment to identify and address talent gaps - Implement Harvard ManageMentor eLearning platform - Establish pre/post measures/assessments to measure development - Develop and execute program communication and marketing - Conduct root cause analysis, provide strategic intervention recommendations for performance improvement - Manage logistics related to all training and development programs (i.e. registration, materials, on-site logistics)

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Bringing HR and workplace culture in the 21st Century through focusing on Results.Creating work environments that encourage employees to be Autonomous (independent and self-directing) and Accountable (answerable and responsible).Creating and executing transition plans that take workplace culture to new levels.Recent Clients:- The Garabedian Group - migrate to unlimited vacation policy, establish performance metrics, transition to value-based client billing- RAMP (Illinois Regional Accessibility Mobilization Program) - Cultural workshop to transition into a Results Only Work Environment

I help 21st century companies establish 21st century workplaces that have: sustainable revenue growth, process driven cost mitigation, and great cultures in which people want to work.Promote Organizational Sustainability through: - Leadership strength - Intentional culture - Talent Acquisition Processes and Strategy - Managers who people want to work for - Consistent messaging and communication - Scalable and sustainable compensation strategyClients and Projects Include:- Cummins(2015): Team Performance, Interpersonal Communication, and Safety Improvement- Mountain View Bank of Commerce (2014): Leadership Communication Improvement- Digital Globe (2013): Performance Management Implementation and Change Management- HSS (2012): Talent Acquisition Process Improvement- Gambro (2012): Sales Development Improvement- Midway Gold (2012)- Team and Operational Development- Vail Resorts (2011) - On-boarding, Leadership Architecture, and LMS Project Manager- Sunflower Electric (2007-2015) - Management and Leadership Development

Denver, Colorado, Us

• Catalyze and guide organizational change initiatives through multi-level partnerships and communication planning.• Multiply employee engagement in various organizations through strategic HR systems alignment, talent development, employee relations, and performance management• Develop and execute change managment communication plans, strategy, and cultural integration• Energize work culture through culture shifts, barrier removal, and organizational change leadership• Coach organizational leaders on difficult conversations, HR legal concerns, compensation strategy, and HR policy

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- Develop instructional materials and delivered technical training to new and existing employees- Create eLearning solutions (CBT, click to learn, webinars, etc.)- Beta tester and collaborative developer of new software, system processes, and process improvements involving Oracle database management systems - Act as senior troubleshooter and statistical modeling analyst to correct system errors- Design and analyze statistical modeling lists for client marketing campaigns* Designated "beta" tester and emergency repair technician for new software by IT and Product Development departments

* Coordinated Guest activities* Lead mixed groups on wilderness hikes* Developed Team Leadership classes in a wilderness setting

St. Louis, Mo, Us

* Managed 4 individual rental branch locations (15 employees and approx 300 cars)* Coordinated logistics, sales and marketing efforts, employee development, and branch performance* Hired, developed, and coached all staff members with an 80% promotion rate per year* Developed strategic partnerships with local and national business for exclusive car rental arrangements* The difference between a rental car and 4x4 is...a rental car can go anywhere. :-)

Masters, Hr Development - Organizational Performance And Change

B.A., Philosophy