David Dardano Email & Phone Number

Minneapolis, Mn, Us

Eden Prairie, Minnesota, United States

As an HR Consultant, I have directed HR strategy and implementation for a rapidly expanding restaurant group, aligning HR initiatives with strategic objectives. I leverage data-driven insights to guide executive decisions and harmonize HR policies, programs, and processes with the organization's vision.-Streamlined HR Workflows: Enhanced efficiency and compliance by optimizing recruiting, HRIS, and offboarding processes.-Corporate Organizational Design: Optimized organizational… Show more As an HR Consultant, I have directed HR strategy and implementation for a rapidly expanding restaurant group, aligning HR initiatives with strategic objectives. I leverage data-driven insights to guide executive decisions and harmonize HR policies, programs, and processes with the organization's vision.-Streamlined HR Workflows: Enhanced efficiency and compliance by optimizing recruiting, HRIS, and offboarding processes.-Corporate Organizational Design: Optimized organizational structures to support business growth and operational effectiveness.-ATS Implementation: Successfully sourced and implemented an Applicant Tracking System, improving recruitment processes and candidate experience.-Project Planning and Cost Reductions: Managed project planning initiatives, focusing on cost reductions and process improvements. Achieved significant cost savings through strategic vendor negotiations and process optimizations.-Interactive HR Dashboard: Developed an HR dashboard to monitor and diagnose organizational people data, aiding in strategic decision-making. Show less

Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States

-Drove vision, strategy, and execution for all HR functions while aligning HR programs, policies, andprocesses with strategic goals and leveraging data-driven HR insights to inform executive decision-making.-Implemented a state-of-the-art PEO as the company’s central HRIS and benefits platform using a multi-platform integration strategy, transitioning the entire company to Native HRIS.-Executed a comprehensive benefits strategy and platform tailored to diverse workforce… Show more -Drove vision, strategy, and execution for all HR functions while aligning HR programs, policies, andprocesses with strategic goals and leveraging data-driven HR insights to inform executive decision-making.-Implemented a state-of-the-art PEO as the company’s central HRIS and benefits platform using a multi-platform integration strategy, transitioning the entire company to Native HRIS.-Executed a comprehensive benefits strategy and platform tailored to diverse workforce needs,strengthening all talent acquisition and retention efforts and fostering equity and competitiveness across the organization.-Supervised payroll and benefits administration on a day-to-day basis, ensuring seamless execution andalignment with company policies and culture as well as regulatory requirements.-Owned the integration of all HR teams, systems, and processes during acquisitions, ensuring compliance and cultural cohesion while integrating varied workforces into the beBright ecosystem.-Planned and executed recruiting campaigns, collaborating cross-functionally to identify, evaluate, and onboard top-tier talent that strengthened beBright's capabilities and impact. Show less

Elmhurst, Illinois

-Managed all HR programs, tools, and processes across diverse corporate departments (including Finance, Technology, Product Development, Publishing, and People).-Partnered cross-functionally with executive leadership, managers, and employees across all departments to strategize and execute HR initiatives.-Devised and implemented performance management strategies and talent management workflows thatcentralized the performance review function while fostering accountability among… Show more -Managed all HR programs, tools, and processes across diverse corporate departments (including Finance, Technology, Product Development, Publishing, and People).-Partnered cross-functionally with executive leadership, managers, and employees across all departments to strategize and execute HR initiatives.-Devised and implemented performance management strategies and talent management workflows thatcentralized the performance review function while fostering accountability among employees.-Conceptualized, developed, and implemented the first annual employee engagement survey for theSoftware Development division (later adopted across the entire organization).-Supported leadership development and succession planning efforts, including implementing amanagement training program to build soft skills in people management across multiple business units.-Oversaw the selection and implementation of a new background check provider, with end-to-endownership of workflow design, cost-benefit analysis, contract negotiations, and rollout.-Advised on the enterprise-wide deployment of the Workday HRIS covering 5 locations, involving closecross-functional collaboration with stakeholders to improve performance management processes withinWorkday. Show less

Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area

-Developed, implemented, and managed HR strategy, programs, and processes covering a diverseworkforce (ranging from executive leadership to individual contributors) in Target’s 6th -largest salesdistrict.-Strategized and executed an innovative staffing program that enhanced sourcing of hourly-level applicants and streamlined the hiring process.-Addressed staffing challenges by implementing individualized market staffing strategies, creating keystaffing routines, executing an… Show more -Developed, implemented, and managed HR strategy, programs, and processes covering a diverseworkforce (ranging from executive leadership to individual contributors) in Target’s 6th -largest salesdistrict.-Strategized and executed an innovative staffing program that enhanced sourcing of hourly-level applicants and streamlined the hiring process.-Addressed staffing challenges by implementing individualized market staffing strategies, creating keystaffing routines, executing an external recruiting process, and integrating staffing best practices across all stores.-Delivered comprehensive training programs (including orientation, classroom training sessions, and post-training follow-up sessions) for new executives across Minnesota and Iowa.-Received a Rookie of the Year award for delivering exceptional contributions and showcasing outstanding commitment among all HRBPs across the West Coast and Midwest regions. Show less

Longview, Washington

-Led a team of direct reports at a high-revenue store, ensuring smooth operations and compliance withcompany standards to achieve a top 3 operational performance ranking within the Pacific Northwest.-Implemented operational processes across the store, leveraging expertise in inventory management, sales floor organization, and customer service to ensure operational excellence and compliance.-Identified staffing gaps during peak periods and implemented innovative staffing and… Show more -Led a team of direct reports at a high-revenue store, ensuring smooth operations and compliance withcompany standards to achieve a top 3 operational performance ranking within the Pacific Northwest.-Implemented operational processes across the store, leveraging expertise in inventory management, sales floor organization, and customer service to ensure operational excellence and compliance.-Identified staffing gaps during peak periods and implemented innovative staffing and logisticsmanagement workflows to optimize restocking activities, leading to improved service scores and YoY sales growth.-Trained, coached, and mentored team members, fostering their development and resulting in multipletalent promotions within the store to address the needs of the rapidly expanding Pacific Northwestmarket.-Earned multiple recognitions for excellence in recruitment, staffing, and training, including districtRecruiting Captain and Talent and Mentor Captain accolades as well as direct recognition from the District Team Leader. Show less

Keizer, Or

Wilsonville, Or