Dionne Archie Thomas-Harper Email and Phone Number

As an experienced Chief People Officer with over 20+ years of experience, I specialize in driving business transformation and fostering thriving cultures across diverse organizations—from startups to leading Fortune 50 organizations. My approach to HR is centered on the belief that people are the most valuable asset of any organization. I have a proven track record in crafting and implementing innovative HR strategies that enhance employee experiences, drive talent engagement, and boost profitability.In my current role at Innovation Associates, I’ve supported scaling the organization from 155 to over 600 employees, led HR transformation supporting a culture focused on growth, development, the employee experience and employee wellbeing. I am particularly proud of the evolution HR Function I led, which prepared the company for future success, and significantly improved our HR operations through data-driven insights and KPIs.My expertise spans the full spectrum of HR, executive level trusted advisor, organizational effectiveness, workforce planning, employee relations, learning and development, compensation, benefits, and global mobility. I am passionate about fostering a positive culture and improving the employee experience, which I believe are key drivers of innovation and business success. My leadership style is collaborative, empathetic, and focused on empowering teams to achieve their full potential.I champion organizational effectiveness by aligning people, processes, and technology. With Strategic HR Business Partnership as one of my core areas of expertise, I advance the organization's goals by collaborating with the senior leadership to impact business growth and development positively. I've also fostered HR transformation for Fortune 50 global corporations, private businesses, non-profit organizations in technology, healthcare, biotech, and pharmaceutical industries through change management by seamlessly integrating innovative human capital solutions. I've also been recognized for an invaluable contribution to increasing employee engagement, reducing attrition, and leading teams that successfully attract, retain, and develop diverse key talent. Moreover, I implement innovative people initiatives, programs, and systems that improve the employee experience, build organizational trust and collaboration resulting in a positive customer experience.I further leverage my expertise as an Executive Coach and championing economic development through board memberships, partnerships, and investing.