ACE Performance Group was founded in 2016 to help companies enhance performance with strategic Human Resource solutions.ACE Performance Group is a Human Resource and Strategic Business Partnering Organization whose mission is to assist you in gaining a competitive business advantage by establishing leading edge, best practice human resource strategies within your organization. We at ACE Performance Group believe that successful organizations are differentiated from their competitors… Show more ACE Performance Group was founded in 2016 to help companies enhance performance with strategic Human Resource solutions.ACE Performance Group is a Human Resource and Strategic Business Partnering Organization whose mission is to assist you in gaining a competitive business advantage by establishing leading edge, best practice human resource strategies within your organization. We at ACE Performance Group believe that successful organizations are differentiated from their competitors when they can develop excellent organizational capability. ACE Performance Group helps companies align their people, purpose, and procedures or systems to optimize the effectiveness of their organization in a high-quality manner.Your initial consultation is free. To schedule an initial call with your point person, email info@AcePerfGroup.com. Following a conference call with the leadership team, if value is determined, our team will conduct a formal needs analysis and present recommendations.ACE Performance Group provides for a fee: Individual and organizational leadership assessments with coaching services. Other services provided:- Employee Engagement Strategies- Team Building & Alignments- Solutions for Organizational Success- Strategies for Talent & Performance Management- Training & Development Services Show less

Cameron Smith & Associates was founded in Bentonville, Arkansas in 1994, as the first recruiting firm for the Walmart vendor community. CSA has since grown to a team of 26 recruiters and support staff representing Consumer Packaged Goods clients for searches in all major markets. Our deep networks and focus on relationships provide CSA the opportunity to work with some exciting consumer goods companies, small and large, as well as develop a strong and diverse talent pool that is unmatched in… Show more Cameron Smith & Associates was founded in Bentonville, Arkansas in 1994, as the first recruiting firm for the Walmart vendor community. CSA has since grown to a team of 26 recruiters and support staff representing Consumer Packaged Goods clients for searches in all major markets. Our deep networks and focus on relationships provide CSA the opportunity to work with some exciting consumer goods companies, small and large, as well as develop a strong and diverse talent pool that is unmatched in the consumer goods industry. CSA is consistently ranked among the top firms in the CPG industry.In 2006, CSA expanded to recruit nationally for vendors selling to all major retail and grocery accounts such as Walmart, Target, Kroger, Home Depot, and Amazon. Our experience with multiple consumer goods hubs and ability to fill a variety of recruitment needs allows companies to utilize CSA as a one-stop solution and trusted talent advisor for critical roles across the United States.CSA has been a resource to the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Associated Press and other publications for our understanding of the hiring trends in the Consumer Goods industry. As a result of our experience and placements across all levels of CPG supplier teams, CSA has earned the reputation of being the leading recruitment firm in the country at placing Walmart and Target supplier positions, as well as being a top recruitment firm in other major markets that service mass retailers. As the talent development services partner, I help candidates shape their career growth with assessments and coaching to support their personal and professional development. This process also helps organization teams become more effective at putting the right people in the right roles. SKILLS & AREAS OF SPECIALITY:- Certified HOGAN Practitioner- Certified BEST WORK Practitioner - MBTI Step I and Step II Instruments- Career Coaching, Planning & Transition - Personal Development Plans- Talent Selection Show less

Pace Industries is the leading die cast manufacturer in North America. With 15 facilities in the US and Mexico, client-facing engineers, and vertically integrated operations. Serving 4500 Associates in locations across the US and Mexico, I was responsible for talent acquisition, healthcare and retirement benefits, total rewards, training, compensation management, employee relations, health and safety, and strengthening the culture at Pace Industries.I delivered executive… Show more Pace Industries is the leading die cast manufacturer in North America. With 15 facilities in the US and Mexico, client-facing engineers, and vertically integrated operations. Serving 4500 Associates in locations across the US and Mexico, I was responsible for talent acquisition, healthcare and retirement benefits, total rewards, training, compensation management, employee relations, health and safety, and strengthening the culture at Pace Industries.I delivered executive leadership while training and developing leaders into high-performing individuals. I increased talent benchmark strengths, secured technical training workforce grants, and cultivated strong business relationships. I maintained multimillion-dollar budgets, led promotions for three direct reports, and decreased outside contracted service costs by $1.3M over a five-year period. I achieved 4.77/5 in leadership scores, implemented a Personal Safety 24/7 program, and reduced expenses in OSHA rates, serious injuries, and WC expenses. I implemented and sustained the company's first formal performance management process and manage the compensation process for reviews and bonuses.I initiated the first company-wide focus on employee engagement.I supported the ongoing need of future skilled talent by lobbying with other manufacturers in Washington DC. The President signed into law H.R. 803, the “Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act” (WIOA), a statute covering funding for job training and placement programs. SKILLS & ACHIEVEMENTS:I had 360-degree leadership competencies rated highest by the CEO, my peers, and subordinates for collaborative relationships, strategic perspective, compassion and sensitivity, participative management style, ability to put people at ease, respect for differences, composure under pressure, and team leadership (4.77 on a 5.00 scale). I also introduced and coordinated this 360-degree process for all C-level roles and Division Presidents. Show less

As a Senior Partner, Executive Recruiter, I was responsible for developing relationships with Consumer Product companies and matching them with talented individuals to help grow their business. I expanded the CSA client base from recruiting for the Walmart and Target supplier communities of the Mass channel into the Home Center, Dollar, Grocery, and Auto channels. From my client success with these additional channels, I was also asked by these clients to manage searches to fill key… Show more As a Senior Partner, Executive Recruiter, I was responsible for developing relationships with Consumer Product companies and matching them with talented individuals to help grow their business. I expanded the CSA client base from recruiting for the Walmart and Target supplier communities of the Mass channel into the Home Center, Dollar, Grocery, and Auto channels. From my client success with these additional channels, I was also asked by these clients to manage searches to fill key corporate roles. SKILLS & AREAS OF SPECIALITIES:SALES - Vice President, Director, National Account Manager, Business Development Manager, Retail Operations, Sales AnalystCATEGORY MANAGEMENT - Category Manager, Category Advisor, Consumer Insights, Category Analyst, Supply Chain, Replenishment, Forecasting, CPFR RETAILER - Walmart/Retail Link, Target/Partners Online, Sears/KMart, Sam's, Costco, BJ's, Home Depot, Lowes, Walgreens, Kroger/Dunnhumby, SuperValu, Dollar Channel, Auto Channel LOCATIONS - Bentonville, Minneapolis, Chicago, Dallas, Memphis, Nashville, Cincinnati, Atlanta, Charlotte, Boston, San Francisco Bay Area Show less

I supported Food Service Group President. $6 BB sales & 40,000 employees, developed & implemented special projects and initiatives that ensured the president’s goal to transition to a high performance-based culture.I conducted needs assessments, developed workforce & succession plans, oversaw talent differentiation / staff & manager training, and implemented projects.I executed leadership development model.I pioneered the company's first online degree program.

I supported the HR functions in a Sr. Director capacity reporting to SVP/GM over the Sales & Operations the Refrigerated & Deli Divisions of Food Service. $1.6 BB sales and 11,730 employees (17% of the entire corporate workforce). I was on staff with the two VP of Sales and two VP of Operations.I accounted for budgets to $250M with 13 complex HR manager reports.I orchestrated daily HR and labor relations for 13 food processing plants in nine states, with both union & non-union… Show more I supported the HR functions in a Sr. Director capacity reporting to SVP/GM over the Sales & Operations the Refrigerated & Deli Divisions of Food Service. $1.6 BB sales and 11,730 employees (17% of the entire corporate workforce). I was on staff with the two VP of Sales and two VP of Operations.I accounted for budgets to $250M with 13 complex HR manager reports.I orchestrated daily HR and labor relations for 13 food processing plants in nine states, with both union & non-union work forces.I negotiated company’s first labor contract production yield incentive. Increased profits $520KI led the company in cutting turnover with a 65% reduction. Show less

I led 4 direct reports and accounted for $1M Budget in Dardanelle’s 1200-employee food processing plant and 6 direct reports with $2.5M budget for 2400-employee plant in Dawson.I had oversight of the HR, labor relations, health and safety, security and public relations functions.I had team achievements of three million man-hours with no lost-time accidents, implemented community service efforts & exceeded $125K donation goals in River Valley area for Dardanelle.I… Show more I led 4 direct reports and accounted for $1M Budget in Dardanelle’s 1200-employee food processing plant and 6 direct reports with $2.5M budget for 2400-employee plant in Dawson.I had oversight of the HR, labor relations, health and safety, security and public relations functions.I had team achievements of three million man-hours with no lost-time accidents, implemented community service efforts & exceeded $125K donation goals in River Valley area for Dardanelle.I spearheaded transition on acquisition of Cargill Foods; Earned Georgia Employer of the Year. Show less

I managed 36 direct reports and $620K Budget for this 1000-employee food processing plant and was responsible for plant HR, Labor Relations, employee supplies, laundry and housekeeping services.• Reduced turnover 25% in one year.

I led 10 HR direct reports for a 60 retail grocery store division (Harvest Foods) with 6000 employees and was responsible for a $250K annual budget for employment & training center operations.I led the Safeway Career Development Center in implementing succession planning to determine next store managers to be promoted. Trained leaders observed role plays and exercises and recorded skills and behaviors of assistant managers being considered for selection. These observers scored… Show more I led 10 HR direct reports for a 60 retail grocery store division (Harvest Foods) with 6000 employees and was responsible for a $250K annual budget for employment & training center operations.I led the Safeway Career Development Center in implementing succession planning to determine next store managers to be promoted. Trained leaders observed role plays and exercises and recorded skills and behaviors of assistant managers being considered for selection. These observers scored participants based on demonstrated behaviors and skills in core competencies required for the role. They then ranked each person by promotability and outlined individual development plan outputs for those requiring a formal plan with follow-up coaching. I managed labor relations (contract administration, grievances & arbitration). Show less