I excel at overseeing business operations and leading the back-office functions in small to mid-sized businesses with a focus on profitable growth and cost containment.With a Bachelor’s degree in Business Management and a Master of Jurisprudence degree in Labor and Employment Law from Tulane University Law School, I am adept at managing HR, finance, administration, insurance, and legal functions in growing businesses.I was the first employee hired in a start-up financial services business and helped launch the U.S. operations for a U.K.-based rail consultancy. I’ve worked closely with C-Suite executives and boards of directors to develop processes and policies for growing business and have earned a reputation for leading day-to-day administrative functions to ensure achievement of company goals and objectives.My financial oversight has helped several businesses maximize profits and minimize costs for several companies. I’m skilled at contract and lease negotiations to ensure quality products and services at the best price. I have focused on automation initiatives that improve productivity and profitability.With SPHR and SHRM-SPC certifications, I am knowledgeable and skilled at all HR functions including payroll and benefits, recruitment, employee relations, performance management, and training. I was successful at managing staff in remote locations in an international setting long before most companies were focused on a remote workforce.In my early career, I worked as a legal secretary for a large Philadelphia law firm and ran a private investigation agency where I conducted research and investigation, and handled all finance and administrative operations. That foundation drove my passion to pursue my legal education and understand legal issues that businesses might face.I’m a problem solver and am always looking for ways to improve operations. My quality management experience includes internal audits and administration of supplier nonconformance and customer complaint systems.Those who know me would describe me as outgoing and a strong people person. I am good at building strong relationships with a variety of people from C-Suite executives and front-line staff to client and vendors.I am always looking to expand my professional network. Please contact me if you’re looking to connect with other business operations leaders.