D'Mar D. Phillips Email & Phone Number

Mansfield, Tx, Us

Fort Worth, Texas, Us

Align People Strategies with Business Objectives. Enhance Talent Management and Succession Planning. Foster a High-Performance Culture. Drive Organizational Design and Change Management. Champion Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. Develop and Maintain Strong Senior Leadership Partnerships. Optimize People Service Delivery. Leverage Data for Strategic Decision Making.

As the owner and Chief HR Officer at People Konnections, my role encompasses leading all aspects of the company's human resources functions. This includes strategic HR planning, talent acquisition, employee development and retention, performance management, compensation and benefits, and ensuring compliance with relevant employment laws and regulations. They are responsible for creating a positive and inclusive work culture, fostering employee engagement, and aligning HR strategies with the organization's goals to maximize productivity and employee satisfaction. Additionally, as the owner, I oversee the overall operations and growth of the company, ensuring that People Konnections remains a leader in providing effective HR solutions to clients.Chief People Officer/HR Consultant for People Best Practices, Policy Development, Creation of Processes and Procedures, and Talent Development Strategies. People First. HR Data/Analytics, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Best Practices, and overall Performance Management/Succession Planning are key areas of consultation. People are the main focus of our business. For a quote or simply a conversation, please email me at dmarphillips5@gmail.com or 682-277-5216.

Cedar Park, Texas, Us

Hired to direct the development and execution of all HR / people-related strategies for this publicly traded clean energy startup with operations across OH, PA and TX. Oversaw performance management, learning and development, employment practices / processes, payroll, benefits, total rewards, talent acquisition and internal employee-related investigations. Managed a team of 10 direct reports. Facilitated explosive growth from 130 to 275+ employees in one year and significantly expanded minority employee representation across the work force. Positively transformed the HR department’s reputation – inspiring a new focus on people, culture, retention, training & development and employee engagement. Built a high-performing HR team (including two director-level hires) that swiftly earned the trust of employees and executive leaders. Increased investment in employee-focused programs by $100K in year one. Introduced Core Value Awards to recognize individual employee efforts, achieved a 100% completion rate for mandatory training programs, hosted an Executive Summit to improve communication between the C-Suite and employee base, and level-set jobs, roles and compensation across all areas of the business. Championed and facilitated approval of an Employee Stock Purchase plan approved by 91% of shareholders. In addition, saved 20+% on employee health benefits by transitioning to a new provider. Successfully on boarded a recently acquired company (KARNO) and improved performance management processes by implementing Ceridian’s Day force System.

Fort Worth, Tx, Us

Led all people-related functions on behalf of the largest glass board manufacturer in the US, with 250 global employees across the US, UK, France, Belgium, EMEA and UAE. Oversaw all aspects of talent management, including hiring, evaluation, compliance, sourcing, and planning, in addition to managing payroll, benefits, safety and training efforts. Managed and developed five direct reports. Steered the company through the global pandemic, managing a challenging 33% reduction in employee headcount, closure of international business, and an eventual safe return to work post-lockdown. Navigated significant change and turmoil while maintaining strong employee morale. Managed the turnover of entire senior leadership team in a six-month period. Partnered with the Board of Directors to hire a new CEO then on boarded multiple new hires and promotions at the VP level. Championed a significant increase in base pay rate for hourly workers, boosting average hourly pay to $15 and emerging as a fierce employee advocate who is results-driven, fair, and passionate about people.

Fort Worth, Texas, Us

Developed robust HR programs and systems for this 600+-employee distributor of aftermarket parts, accessories and apparel for motorcycles, ATVs and other recreational vehicles. Conducted market analysis on average wages and authored the company’s employee handbook. Managed 10 direct reports across five warehouse locations and a distributed sales team in the US and Japan. Revised and simplified sales compensation plans, reducing 20+ separate plans to five to retain top talent. In addition, instituted a gain share policy in each warehouse, averaging a 70% payout per facility. Skillfully and sensitively conducted numerous RIFs and established a severance policy and termination process for handling future separations to ensure legal requirements and compliance were maintained.

Fayetteville, Ar, Us

Recruited to manage all HR functions for Arkansas’ largest private automotive dealership group with diverse business interests and 900+-employees across multiple states, cities and industries. Served as legal liaison between the company and outside counsel, and as corporate trainer for the entire workforce. Managed 10 direct reports. Set a new company standard as the first formal HR employee hired. Implemented ADP Workforce Now in just four months and assembled the first-ever HR team, laying the groundwork for future HR initiatives. Achieved a 100% success rate in defending three EEOC charges and other legal threats related to contract disputes.Automotive DealershipsMercedes Benz | BMW | Cadillac | Mazda | Buick-GMC | KIA | Hyundai | Jeep Chrysler | Ford | NissanBeer Beverage DistributionCanyon Distributing Company | Kingman | Prescott Valley | Yuma, AZKubota Tractor Dealerships - 7 across Arkansas and OklahomaUnited Distributing | Alabama

As the owner and Chief HR Officer at People Konnections, my role encompasses leading all aspects of the company's human resources functions. This includes strategic HR planning, talent acquisition, employee development and retention, performance management, compensation and benefits, and ensuring compliance with relevant employment laws and regulations. They are responsible for creating a positive and inclusive work culture, fostering employee engagement, and aligning HR strategies with the organization's goals to maximize productivity and employee satisfaction. Additionally, as the owner, I oversee the overall operations and growth of the company, ensuring that People Konnections remains a leader in providing effective HR solutions to clients.Contact me directly via LinkedIn or dmarphillips5@gmail.com

Phoenix, Az, Us

Supporting undergraduate students, traditional and non-traditional continue their educational pursuits by facilitating their learning within the following courses, Organizational Development, Management Theory & Practice, Business Communications & Critical Thinking, Organizational Ethics & Social Responsibility, and Fundamentals of Human Resource Management.

Lawrenceville, Ga, Us

Consulting with IPROVEIT.COM to enhance the compliance experience on behalf of customers throughout the US, ensuring their background checks, immigration compliance and customer service expectations are met.

Vance , Al, Us

In my time as HR Manager and Head of HR at ARD Logistics and Key Logistics, I led the HR functions across 13 sites, serving a diverse client base including Michelin Tires and Boeing. I revamped HR policies, streamlined procedures, and modernized grievance processes, significantly boosting the HR department's value to the group.My Key Contributions for this role: • Fostered solid relationships with 500+ associates across 13 worksites, ensuring positive and productive work environment. • Achieved success in preventing unionization efforts at manufacturing facilities, contributing to stable and harmonious labor relations. • Rolled out overhauled HR Handbook and introduced new and updated policies, contributing to more efficient and effective HR operations. • Contributed to military operations in Iraq and Japan by providing crucial HR support.Automotive ManufacturingMercedes Benz C-Class vehicle, Vance, AL LocationCummins, Inc. - Memphis, TN Location

As the Head of Human Resources at Key Logistics, their role is pivotal in overseeing all aspects of the company's HR functions. This includes recruitment, employee relations, performance management, training and development, compensation and benefits, and ensuring compliance with employment laws and regulations. They play a crucial role in fostering a positive work environment, supporting employee growth and well-being, and aligning HR strategies with the company's overall goals and objectives. Additionally, they may be responsible for driving diversity and inclusion initiatives and implementing policies to attract, retain, and develop top talent within the organization.My Key Contributions for this role: • Fostered solid relationships with 500+ associates across 13 worksites, ensuring positive and productive work environment. • Achieved success in preventing unionization efforts at manufacturing facilities, contributing to stable and harmonious labor relations. • Rolled out overhauled HR Handbook and introduced new and updated policies, contributing to more efficient and effective HR operations. • Contributed to military operations in Iraq and Japan by providing crucial HR support.Boeing, Inc. - Governmental Clearance - Charleston, SC LocationBausch & Lomb - Charleston, SC Location

Bentonville, Arkansas, Us

Manage supplier relationships, business partnerships for Walmart's domestic and international relocations.Manage over 5,000 annual global relocations, domestic US and abroad. Multiple Supplier relationships, including the best in the industry corporations at handling relocations; and destination service provider support.

Bentonville, Arkansas, Us

Support Diversity & Inclusion initiatives. Includes development of reporting on D&I demographics, Divisional and Departmental breakdown by gender, ethnicity, internal vs. external hires, etc. Simplifying the organization's outreach and results to ensure representation throughout the company is representative of the changing demographics of the customer base.

Bentonville, Arkansas, Us

Responsible for company's immigration compliance initiatives and various other HR functions. Expert in administering the E-Verify program and Social Security Verification processes in concert with the Federal Government agencies supporting these programs. Development of training decks for HR personnel, both at field and market/home office levels.

Bentonville, Arkansas, Us

Responsible for Accounts Payables, Expense Checks, Construction and Maintenance Payables, Property Tax, Hunting & Fishing Licensing, and Royalties; including 46 direct reports and a support team of 15 temporary associates. Change Management, complete HR support for these areas, including evaluations, payroll administration and cross-training to provide a path for promotion, and accelerated recognition programs.

Bentonville, Arkansas, Us

Managed Walmart's Profit Sharing / 401(k) Plan, Discount Card program, and Stock Purchase Plans. More than 650k participants and $1.1 Billion in plan assets between these programs.

Tax and Accounting Software Corporation specializes in developing and providing software solutions for tax preparation, accounting, and financial management. Their products cater to individuals, small businesses, and accounting professionals, offering tools and resources to streamline tax filing processes, manage finances effectively, and ensure compliance with tax regulations. The company's goal is to simplify complex financial tasks and empower users to achieve financial success through user-friendly and innovative software solutions.

Stillwater, Ok, Us

College recruiting at Oklahoma State University involved actively seeking out talented individuals who were currently enrolled or recently graduated from the university to join our company. Routinely engaged with students through career fairs, campus events, and networking sessions to present job opportunities, internships, or further educational prospects.

Bs, Accounting And Business Administration

Masters Of Science, Law

Master'S, Human Resource Management

Mba, Business Administration