As senior vice president of people & culture, I lead Leopardo's strategic human resources function, focusing on the overall people strategy and company culture for one of the nation's largest contractors.

Strategic partner to territory leaders, responsible for developing and driving proactive engagement, leadership development and diversity and inclusion programs in support of overarching people strategy across multiple business units throughout the United States.

Key member of leadership team, reported to Vice President & General Manager. Provided strategic human resources and organizational development support for 600 employees across 12 states and the Dominican Republic in the sales, customer support, finance, IT, engineering services, software engineering, manufacturing and supply chain organizations. Lead staff of seven: 2 HR Managers in US, 1 HR Manager in Dominican Republic, 3 Sr. HR Generalists and 1 HR Coordinator. Key Achievements:• Implemented new organizational structure supporting integration of two divisions into one scaled-up division resulting in cost savings of $7.1MM.• Developed and implemented transition plans and communication strategy for plant consolidation resulting in $1.7MM cost savings. • Partnered with the General Manager to restructure sales organization aligning resources supporting go-to-market strategies. • Facilitated DDI Success Profile Card Sorts with subject matter experts identifying competencies for 12 different sales and engineering services positions to define the ideal performer. • Implemented a formal talent development process identifying high performers and establishing robust development plans preparing them for advancement. • Created and implemented positive employee relations programs across 7 manufacturing plants and 3 distribution centers as part of overall union-free strategy. • Successfully closed 3 state agency charges.Select Responsibilities:• Partnered and collaborated with business leaders to identify change management implications and lead change.• Provided coaching and consulting of Senior Leaders on talent development, organizational design and effectiveness. • Managed complex employee relation issues. Conducted thorough and legally compliant investigations and balance legal exposure with desired business outcomes.• Lead division talent recruitment, review and management process ensuring robust succession planning.

Led human resource and organizational development functions for over 2,400 employees located in 24 states. Partnered with division management to understand business challenges, opportunities, strategic direction, industry and competitive environment to develop appropriate HR strategies and create action plans. Provided direct leadership to 1 HR Manager, 3 HR Generalists and 1 HR Coordinator. Key Achievements:• Developed and implemented a liaison penetration model in 3 metro markets to drive start growth by 5.5% YOY, working in conjunction with Division VP of Sales.• Partnered with Senior Revenue Management Leaders on a major restructure initiative consisting of consolidating 47 Billing Centers into 3 large Customer Care Centers, resulting in annualized cost savings of $15MM. • Worked with multiple states Rapid Response teams/Outplacement agencies, to offer customized services for dislocated workers impacted by consolidation initiatives (7 major ones).• Provided content to training designers to develop Leadership Development Training Series. • Successfully closed out 19 agency charges, resulting in no findings against the Company.• Developed and trained on a Standards of Performance and Conduct Policy. Select Responsibilities:• Partnered with division and area management to assess talent. Designed, implemented and monitored individual and organizational actions to address identified gaps, including training needs. • Established and maintained a culture of positive employee relations remaining free of third party representation.• Interacted daily with corporate HR specialized areas addressing on-going issues with Risk Management, Talent Acquisition, Compensation, HRIS, Payroll, Benefits and OD• Merger and acquisition due diligence and integration; including analyzing compensation, policies & procedures, on-boarding and cultural impact. • Manage and resolve complex employee relation issues.

Regional human resource business partner that provided support to multiple senior leaders, including the President of Eastern Sales and Vice President of Operations. Developed and implemented human resource strategies to support the overall business objectives and focus goals. Provided support to a workforce of approximately 1,000 associates across 8 states• Consulted on the development of an online performance review system and self service modules for employees and managers to improve responsiveness on employee benefits, compensation and training• Assisted in the development and implementation of a strategy to identify manager and employee challenges within the organization and develop action plans to improve employee engagement.• Assisted with several large acquisitions including on-boarding, training, orientation, and policy and procedures.• Updated polices in the employee handbook and assisted in the development of a managers guide that supported managers in the administration of policies and procedures. • Provided counsel to all levels of management to address performance related issues; wrote performance improvement plans; coached managers on how to conduct performance related meetings with employees.• Educated managers on multi-state employment law to ensure compliance; conducted internal investigations; assisted managers with termination meetings; coached employees on how to resolve internal issues with co-workers, peers and managers. • Provided needs assessment, identified gaps and facilitated core trainings to meet business needs. • Developed and facilitated management and leadership trainings; employee orientation; employee development and communications trainings. • Worked with all levels of management in workforce planning and provided guidance on reductions in force.• Analyzed and reported on HR related organizational issues and trends.