Driving shareholder value through proactive human resources programs.Strategic, collaborative global HR executive. Experience includes leading HR initiatives for five divisions and 5K employees across the USA, Canada, UK, Mexico, and Malaysia. Known as a trusted advisor to board members, senior executives, and middle managers across corporate functions and division locations. Proven success implementing HR initiatives that foster positive work cultures and drive shareholder value. Core competencies include:» Employee Engagement: At Southwire, developed an employee engagement strategy, including the creation of the “Power of Positive” Leadership Initiative. Designed and delivered the company’s first employee engagement survey for 5K employees. Results included an 80% participation rate and solid foundation to establish proactive employee relations initiatives. At Magna, our EOS score of 85% for the division was the highest in 10 years.» Talent Acquisition and Management: At Southwire, developed talent streams ranging from college relations to executive recruitment. Partnered with SVP Organizational Development in design, development, and delivery of company’s Supervisory Leadership Program. Provided counsel to executive leadership for succession planning process. The direct recruitment initiative resulted in annual savings ranging from $500K to $1M.» Mergers and Acquisitions: At Southwire, provided key HR leadership for acquisitions in the USA (10), Canada (1), Mexico (1), and UK (1). Led a special project for the consolidation and harmonization of benefit programs from the acquisition of Coleman Cable. At Magna, the largest acquisition in division history included the integration of an operation in South Carolina with 100% key talent retention.» Total Rewards: At Southwire, redesigned executive compensation and total rewards programs, resulting in 100% executive retention levels over a 10-year period. Achieved optimal $4.5M annual fringe benefit spend following company’s largest acquisition; maximizing benefits program value to both company and employees. Designed sales compensation programs.» Labor Relations: At Southwire, defeated union organizing drives at plants and customer service centers; 10 locations in eight states. Negotiated multiple union contracts with no work stoppages; IBEW and Canadian Auto Workers in USA, Canada, and Mexico; 10 contracts over a 10-year period. Closed eight plants, including three union operations, and managed multiple reductions-in-force with no union grievances.grcjc17 [at] gmail.com(678) 492-5962