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An accomplished Human Resources Executive with extensive domestic and global business experience. Recognized thought leader adept at the development/deployment of HR strategies and tactics which drive organizational change. Partners closely with leadership teams in achieving strategic objectives through effective people management. Excellent interpersonal, analytical and communication skills with a consistent track record of establishing credibility within culturally diverse global organizations.

Scottsdale, Arizona

In my role as Vice President of Human Resources, I work closely with the CEO and Senior Leadership to operationalize their vision through effective people strategies.

Directed a 30-member team of HR managers/professionals in improving business performance, building strong organizational capability and enhancing the employee experience. Proactively partnered with senior leaders, providing organizational/business guidance and serving as an integral member of each executive’s leadership team. Developed and implemented corporate HR priorities, addressing the specific needs of employees and internal clients.• Co-developed/implemented strategies for HMI’s key business units including Herman Miller North America, Geiger International, the Healthcare Division and the Home Collection as well as R&D, Operations, Professional Services, Finance and Creative Marketing. • Researched, recommended and implemented HMI’s first human capital planning initiative, playing an integral role in leadership development, succession planning and the establishment of a “readiness” capability to serve the organization’s needs going forward.• Successfully negotiated and implemented the shutdown of Integrated Metal Technologies, shifting HMI’s Spring Lake operations to an entirely non-union workforce while generating approximately $12 million in one-time savings and $7 million in annual operational savings. • Effectively re-positioned HMI in response to the 2008-2009 recession by working closely with senior executives to develop and implement corporate-wide restructuring initiatives including a 25% reduction-in-force worldwide. • Played a key role in improving overall business performance following a period of restructuring and reorganization, partnering closely with business leaders to implement highly-effective organizational models, structures and team dynamics.

Rockford, Mi

Directed all corporate HR initiatives in the areas of employee relations, organizational and leadership effectiveness, cultural change, labor relations, EEO/Affirmative Action, HR legal compliance and policy development. Leadership responsibility for a global HR management team, multi-million dollar annual/capital budgets and a full range of acquisitions, facility closures and organizational realignments.• Played a key role in supporting organizational growth from $200 million to $1 billion through effective business partnerships, talent management and the development/implementation of policies and best practices globally.• Spearheaded the development of appropriate shared values and developed an HR strategy to support the growth of the brands/business in the Asia-Pacific region; completed a short-term assignment in China.• Worked closely with Distribution management in transforming a single warehouse into the current global network of engineered distribution centers and partnered with IT to transform the function and position it as a competitive advantage.• Managed a lengthy labor dispute to a successful conclusion, leading difficult union negotiations to win back managerial rights and pave the way for global expansion.• Executed significant changes to the 401(k) program, increasing participation from 22% to 58% within one year, implemented significant business process change in order to optimize a new HRIS system and established the HAY job evaluation system in the salaried non-exempt ranks.

Lake Tahoe, Nv

Represented the organization in political and regulatory affairs and local business, service and social organizations in the most heavily regulated region in the nation. Represented the president and the corporation externally.• Developed position at state legislative, local governmental and regulatory agency hearings.• Partnered with elected local officials, U.S. and State Senate and House members and the Governor’s office in furthering regional business agenda. Directed lobbying activities.• Served as a member of the Executive Committee regarding both short and long-range business development and planning issues. • Researched and recommended new business opportunities countrywide.• Participated in the development of a master plan for the Lake Tahoe Basin.

Lake Tahoe, Nevada

Managed a comprehensive HR program for 2300 employees including employee and labor relations, recruitment/employment, policy development, training, benefits, compensation, safety and health, risk management and mailroom/logistics operations.• Utilized creative recruitment strategies in a tough, seasonal market, including international recruitment and training programs to attract world-class talent.• Developed and implemented a comprehensive, cutting-edge RIAH drug testing program. One of the first of its kind in the nation, this program served as a template for the community and the industry.• Selected to direct the planning and execution of first venture into the cruise industry. Managed the HR start-up of the ultimate in high-end, luxury cruising.• Oversaw all aspects of the business, including casino, hotel operations, security/surveillance, banking, entertainment, special events, food and beverage and supporting operations on an on-call basis.

Lake Tahoe, Nv

Directed HR for 2500 employees including employee relations, policy development, recruitment/employment, defined contribution and defined benefit plans, benefits administration, safety and health, EEO/AA, management training and development.• Planned and executed the relocation and staffing strategies of a $100M expansion. Hired more than 600 employees in three months.• Partnered with business leaders to recruit management and raise the performance bar.

San Francisco Bay Area

Lead the human resources function for 1200 employees and physicians in a large medical center. Responsibilities included labor and employee relations, recruitment and employment, wage and salary administration, training and development, benefits administration, safety, payroll, recordkeeping and reporting, EEO/AA programs and policy development.• Partnered with administrators in improving services while containing costs in a progressively more competitive business environment.• Implemented strategies to aggressively maintain continuity of business operations in a heavily unionized environment.• Lead a turnaround in leadership and management practices through mentoring, training and development efforts.• Developed a top performing HR team, all of whom were promoted.

Mba, Management

Bs, Behavioral Science/Health Science