Attending Networking Events Researching Industry LeadersTracking Industry TrendsParticipating in Industry Discussions

Supported unit business leaders and their teams in the execution of HR programs and initiatives. Collaborated with HR Specialists on the delivery of key initiatives to address trends, organizational changes and drive performance.

In my capacity as Director, VP Human Resources for Nature Publishing Group (rebranded Macmillan Science and Scholarly in 2014) I held the responsible for all Human Resource functions for the US based division of this UK based company. Responsible for developing and leading the people strategy and numerous change programs to support critical business initiatives while providing support and guidance to key leaders and managers on all people matters.Well versed in setting up and creating a full service HR department and providing HR expertise regarding strategic human capital changes, succession planning, talent acquisition, performance management, employee relations, organizational development, employee engagement and compensation & benefits management.

Human Resources Generalist providing HR support to the national sales team, customer service remote offices and legal department. Key responsibility centered on talent management, team building initiatives, employee relations and performance development. Collaborated on the initiative of establishing "RSL University" to promote learning and development programs.

Key responsibilities as the HR Generalist centered on recruiting, employee relations and benefit administration. Developed creative ways to fill the positions of beta tester for an interactive video game company. Created training and development workshops for new managers focused on performance coaching and consultative feedback to their staff.