- Partnered with assigned Portfolio Companies in the design and implementation of a Human Resources strategy that directly aligns to their goals and objectives.- Built trusted advisor relationships with company leadership teams while providing consultative, strategic and tactical guidance to support company's organizational and development initiatives.- Coached, guided, and mentored managers and senior leaders in the development or enhancement of people management skills and general… Show more - Partnered with assigned Portfolio Companies in the design and implementation of a Human Resources strategy that directly aligns to their goals and objectives.- Built trusted advisor relationships with company leadership teams while providing consultative, strategic and tactical guidance to support company's organizational and development initiatives.- Coached, guided, and mentored managers and senior leaders in the development or enhancement of people management skills and general business operations while building morale, increasing productivity and improving productivity.- Partnered with Portfolio Company stakeholders to ensure they meet required tactical demands according to the needs of the business- Collaborated with internal HR Centers of Excellence to deliver initiatives related to Talent Management, Organizational Design, Compensation, and Workforce Planning. Effectively drove change within client groups as appropriate.- Proactively mitigated risk by maintaining partnerships with internal HR team and Portfolio Company stakeholders. Show less

Worked to operationalize the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion strategy across the organization including initiatives to recruit, develop and retain diverse talent, and to foster a fair inclusive work environment. Worked closely with Employee Resource Groups to enhance way of working and increase presence across business units.

- Ensured seamless transition of legacy Noventis' HR and general operations into WEX by serving as key integration representative prior to and after acquisition. - Pre-acquisition collaboration including collection, analysis, and dissemination of company data. -Supported efforts to retain key employees and minimize culture clash. -Socialized WEX HR policies and practices to legacy Noventis staff and effectively transitioned people managers into use of new practices and… Show more - Ensured seamless transition of legacy Noventis' HR and general operations into WEX by serving as key integration representative prior to and after acquisition. - Pre-acquisition collaboration including collection, analysis, and dissemination of company data. -Supported efforts to retain key employees and minimize culture clash. -Socialized WEX HR policies and practices to legacy Noventis staff and effectively transitioned people managers into use of new practices and policies.- Transitioned to serving as Business Partner and Program Manager for Corporate Payments and Corporate Tech divisions. Show less

(Acquired by WEX, Inc.)Financial Services company specializing in helping partners modernize bill & invoice payment delivery.- Reported directly to Chief Executive Officer; Provided guidance and made corporate recommendations related to all aspects of Human Resources for both the Houston, TX and Portland, OR offices.- Developed department goals that supported the accomplishment of the company's strategic objectives.- Strengthened relationships with functional leaders by… Show more (Acquired by WEX, Inc.)Financial Services company specializing in helping partners modernize bill & invoice payment delivery.- Reported directly to Chief Executive Officer; Provided guidance and made corporate recommendations related to all aspects of Human Resources for both the Houston, TX and Portland, OR offices.- Developed department goals that supported the accomplishment of the company's strategic objectives.- Strengthened relationships with functional leaders by making HR a strategic partner in process development and employee relations.- Transitioned department from manual management of benefits and payroll processes by consolidating vendors through implementation of professional employer organization (PEO) services/system.- Conducted salary surveys and implemented pay for performance compensation strategy. -Improved and monitored the performance evaluation program to ensure alignment with new strategy.- Trained staff on new personnel policies, procedures, programs, and laws.- Managed full-cycle recruitment for all exempt and nonexempt personnel and contractors- Maintained ongoing relationships with staffing agencies and other HR and facilities related vendors.- Advised management on appropriate resolution of employee relations issues.- Coached and trained managers on their communication, feedback, recognition, and interaction responsibilities with their teams.- 401K plan administration, oversight of annual audit, and 5500 filing.- Oversaw audit and maintenance of personnel files and I-9 records- Served as chairman of the Employee Activities Committee (EAC) to ensure consistency of employee engagement initiatives and overall enhancement of employee experience. Elevated staff morale and increased confidence through communication forums and collection of feedback. Show less

Transitioned into this role as a result of my commitment to process improvement and enhancing the efficiency of my team.-Integrated corporate learning and development initiatives by partnering with the Director of Talent Management to create and implement Logica NA’s very first Training and Development program-Managed all internal training efforts through administration of SkillSoft e-learning courses for 250+ employees (including processing employee access, maintaining course… Show more Transitioned into this role as a result of my commitment to process improvement and enhancing the efficiency of my team.-Integrated corporate learning and development initiatives by partnering with the Director of Talent Management to create and implement Logica NA’s very first Training and Development program-Managed all internal training efforts through administration of SkillSoft e-learning courses for 250+ employees (including processing employee access, maintaining course materials, tracking employee assessment results, portal management, enrollments and status reports) -Conducted training analysis with divisional management to identify skill enhancement needs-Created monthly marketing campaigns to promote internal training initiatives Show less

-Effectively sourced candidates via internet job boards, user groups and employee referrals for internal positions and our Oil & Gas, Manufacturing, Utilities and Financial Services clients-Screened potential candidates to ensure that they meet all necessary requirements prior to presenting them to management and/or clients-Liaised between third party vendors and internal recruiting staff-Served as primary administrator of applicant tracking system (HRM Direct) -Manage Logica’s… Show more -Effectively sourced candidates via internet job boards, user groups and employee referrals for internal positions and our Oil & Gas, Manufacturing, Utilities and Financial Services clients-Screened potential candidates to ensure that they meet all necessary requirements prior to presenting them to management and/or clients-Liaised between third party vendors and internal recruiting staff-Served as primary administrator of applicant tracking system (HRM Direct) -Manage Logica’s Assignment and Resourcing Application (LARA)-Develop weekly and quarterly status reports for Just in Time recruiting-Assisted with the development and implementation of Logica’s college internship program-On boarding of new regular fulltime employees; generating offer letters, drug test administration and conducting background checks-Conducted new hire orientations ensuring that new regular full time hires were aware of company policies and procedures Show less

-Actively identified contract, temp-to-hire, and direct hire accounting professionals for Oil & Gas and Engineering industry clients by using a wide variety of sourcing tools -Met with existing and potential clients to present Steverson’s staffing services and to maintain client relationships-Conducted phone screenings and face-to-face interviews -Marketed quality professionals to reputable companies throughout the Houston area-Effectively managed client and candidate… Show more -Actively identified contract, temp-to-hire, and direct hire accounting professionals for Oil & Gas and Engineering industry clients by using a wide variety of sourcing tools -Met with existing and potential clients to present Steverson’s staffing services and to maintain client relationships-Conducted phone screenings and face-to-face interviews -Marketed quality professionals to reputable companies throughout the Houston area-Effectively managed client and candidate expectations throughout interview and offer stages-Developed job descriptions and recruiting strategies with recruiting personnel and hiring managers-Conducted candidate reference checks and verified education-Processed Texas Workforce Commission claims-Served as a vital member of the company’s annual retreat planning committee which involved team building, goal setting and process improvement activities Show less

Formerly known as Universal Computer Systems (UCS)-Actively recruited and hired for a variety of clerical, professional, technical, sales and warehouse positions -Administered pre-employment testing to groups of 10-50 applicants locally and remotely-Conducted face-to-face and phone interviews -Served as job specialist to several departments within the company to develop and preserve working relationships between management and recruiting representatives. Made recommendations to… Show more Formerly known as Universal Computer Systems (UCS)-Actively recruited and hired for a variety of clerical, professional, technical, sales and warehouse positions -Administered pre-employment testing to groups of 10-50 applicants locally and remotely-Conducted face-to-face and phone interviews -Served as job specialist to several departments within the company to develop and preserve working relationships between management and recruiting representatives. Made recommendations to supervisors, managers and vice presidents regarding staffing decisions. -Researched and implemented various advertising mediums as an effort to increase the company’s presence in Houston and in active territories throughout the US-Created print ads for recruitment purposes -Attended local and remote career fairs -Built and fostered relationships with student groups at local universities allowing me to encourage graduating seniors to apply for entry-level opportunities -Served as coordinator of company’s Open House. Negotiated with vendors, designed ads for the event, conducted building tours, coordinated and supervised event volunteers, etc.-Assisted with the training of newly hired Recruiters-Honored as Employee of the Month, July 2006 Show less

Schultis Enterprises is a privately held advertising agency best known for it's work with the Greater New Orleans New Car Dealers Association, the production of the Greater New Orleans International Auto Show and the publishing of New Orleans Cuisine Magazine. Completed my senior year internship with Schultis and was extended an offer to stay on upon graduation. Gained experience in everything from media buying to event management.-Conducted market research to determine the most… Show more Schultis Enterprises is a privately held advertising agency best known for it's work with the Greater New Orleans New Car Dealers Association, the production of the Greater New Orleans International Auto Show and the publishing of New Orleans Cuisine Magazine. Completed my senior year internship with Schultis and was extended an offer to stay on upon graduation. Gained experience in everything from media buying to event management.-Conducted market research to determine the most effective advertising mediums for various clients and filled clients’ media request-Assisted marketing team with preparation, coordination and execution of the Greater New Orleans International Auto Show’s marketing campaign-Served as a key member of the New Orleans Cuisine magazine’s staff by proofing and editing article submissions. Also provided sales support which granted me direct interaction with executive chefs and restaurant owners.-Worked directly with dealership managers and owners for the planning and implementation of the Greater New Orleans New Car Dealers Association's meetings and special events.-Provided office staff with administrative assistance, including greeting clients, preparing correspondence, writing press releases and creating presentations in response to inquiries of potential customers Show less