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Seattle, Washington, Us

Seattle, Washington, Us

Parterned with the President on the 2023 and 2024 strategic plan revisions, providing financial metrics and analysis , integrating human capital data with game-specific P&Ls, achieving a 20% cost reduction and‭ ensuring alignment with Core Values.‬‭Spearheaded strategy, planning, and execution of two major organizational restructures, achieving a 30%‬‭ workforce reduction. Conducted thorough redundancy analysis and legal reviews, ensuring compliance and‬‭ mitigating risks. Developed and implemented comprehensive communication plans, enhancing clarity and reducing‬ uncertainty among staff. ‭Enhanced recruitment strategy efficiency by identifying and addressing gaps in reporting and communication,‬ leading to increased executive leader confidence.‬‭Led a team of six in transforming the HR department from operational to strategic roles, significantly enhancing‬ focus on strategic partnerships and business development. Implemented initiatives that aligned HR functions with‬‭ business goals, resulting in a more agile and responsive department.‬‭Initiated and achieved an 85% adoption rate, surpassing company-wide goals and ranking highest across the enterprise.‬

New York, Us

Pioneered and led the development of the HR function as the 33rd employee, driving organizational growth from 33 to 200 employees within 3 years. Orchestrated HR strategies that supported the company's transition through a founder sale to a private equity firm and a successful IPO.Developed performance management and development strategy, the first ever at the organization. Owned the development and launch of the technology, communication and execution, people training, and program branding. Collaborated with executive leaders to devise and implement a comprehensive talent strategy that included recruitment, succession planning, core capability gap assessment, and DE&I analysis (using Paradigm IQ). Built and launched people and culture initiatives that enhanced employee engagement, raising the overall health score from 57% to 80% and eNPS from 39 to 70 in one year, by implementing innovative employee experiences and engagement strategies.Optimized HR operations by implementing advanced HR technologies that enhanced process efficiency, ensuring the function remained scalable and maximized human capital investments. Built and owned the recruitment strategy, hiring 150+ employees in about two years. This included building new functions to support public company requirements (SOX). Achieved an offer-to-hire ratio of 86% working within a compensation framework that differed from industry standards. Served as the primary point of contact for HR-related questions through a successful IPO that was completed in just 3 months. This included comprehensive data gathering, reporting, and policy assessments. Directed post-audit execution and ensured compliance with SEC and SOX process requirements. Collaborated with the compensation committee to develop and manage the equity plan, contributing to the company's regulatory compliance and financial success.

In partnership with the CEO, CFO, and CIO, itegrated three distinct businesses to establish a new company, aiming for cash-flow positivity within two years, leveraging new technology platforms, media product placement, and influencer platforms.Rebuilt corporate functions in LA, optimizing resources for M&A and technology investments after closing a holding company entity.Drove organizational restructuring with top executives, achieving a 50% turnover reduction, a 20% quarterly revenue increase, and a 5% improvement in bottom-line profitability.Revitalized global sales, recalibrating role expectations and market presence, resulting in hiring 6 new sales leaders within 4 months and aligning incentives with financial performance.Enhanced organizational culture through the implementation of a comprehensive performance management system, training programs, and rewards, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, recognition, and alignment with business goals.

New York, Us

- Vice President, Human Resources - Discovery, Science, Animal Planet, Global Business Affairs, Studios, & Consumer Products- Director, Human Resources - Discovery Channel and Studios- Manager, Human Resources - Hub Family Channel Provided counsel and guidance to the President of Discovery, Science and Animal planet; GM of Global Business Affairs, and EVP of Consumer Products. Successfully led six significant organizational restructures, achieving headcount savings targets of $5M in FY2016 and $10M in FY2017, involving the development of new organizational designs and comprehensive communication plans.Managed a large-scale performance management change initiative, necessitating major shifts in leadership behavior and the adoption of new processes to enhance organizational effectiveness.Developed and implemented HR strategies that effectively responded to shifts in organizational culture, leadership requirements, and industry disruptions, improving operational efficiency across multiple channels and departments.Secured 25 executives (VP and above) within 18 months, skillfully negotiating complex employment agreements, facilitating mutually beneficial scenarios for the company and executives while managing legal implications and controlling costs.

Burbank, Ca, Us

- Sr. HR Business Partner - Treasury, Corporate Real Estate, and Corporate Finance - Talent Acquisition Partner - Interactive Media Group, Consumer Products, Strategic Planning, and Studios - HR Coordinator - Corporate functionsLed and facilitated multiple task forces across 5 distinct organizations leveraging OD practices to address opportunities to improve the employee experience due to trends identified in the Annual Employee Survey; actions resulted in a 10% YOY increase in the engagement survey index.In partnership with L&D, designed and implemented an enterprise-wide performance management program that aligned compensation with strategic priorities. Adoption rates exceeded goals.Realized $500k+ in cost savings by developing creative approaches to recruitment, decreasing depending on search and contingency firms, while establishing a pipeline for high demand positions.

Executive Leadership

Master'S Degree, Clinical Psychology

Master'S Degree, Marriage And Family Therapy/Counseling