Deborah Walker Email & Phone Number

Sevierville, Tennessee, United States

Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina Area

-Conducted comprehensive candidate searches, communicated job specifications, and managed onboarding for 100+ new employees.-Collaborated with management on strategic staffing plans and adjusted recruitment strategies as needed. -Led Seasonal Hiring Initiative, managing Onboarding process, inputting candidate information into HRIS system, completing paperwork and background checks -Led 140+ member team, resolving operational challenges and promoting the Apple brand.-Developed multiple lines of business, monitored objectives, and identified process improvements.-Coached, trained, and developed team members, overseeing hiring and promotion processes for more than 115 employees.-Proactively identified areas of opportunity within the business by proposing new strategies and action plans, based on analyzing performance reporting.-Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to to show empathy and patience at every step of the customer journey-Oversaw Performance Review process, Personal Development Plans, and Succession Planning; provided support and guidance to the Leadership team on these processes.

Raleigh/Durham North Carolina

-Directed the hiring and training of managerial staff, enhancing team developmentthrough productivity analysis and targeted improvement strategies.-Promoted 2 Store Managers to District Manager roles, improving customer satisfaction by 15% and boosting the District's service reputation in line with the Regional Talent Strategy.-Recommended top candidates for store team positions, ensuring a qualified and competent staff. -Improved employee retention by 10% by analyzing exit interview feedback, creating action plans, and sharing learnings and best practices with peers and executives.-Contributed to regional talent acquisition efforts by aiding in recruitment activities, including interviewing, networking, and succession planning-7 Time Field Leadership Award Winner (performance based, top 15% in Company)-4 Time 4H Award Winner-DM Mentor Team