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We're Duravant. Designers, makers and maintainers of highly engineered process equipment. Developers of innovative solutions, builders of long-term, productive relationships. Organizations in the Duravant family of companies include nVenia, Key Technology, FMH Conveyors, Wulftec, and many others. Working closely with leaders of Duravant's family of operating companies, my role ensures we build a culture that attracts, retains, and develops the best talent. Overseeing a team of… Show more We're Duravant. Designers, makers and maintainers of highly engineered process equipment. Developers of innovative solutions, builders of long-term, productive relationships. Organizations in the Duravant family of companies include nVenia, Key Technology, FMH Conveyors, Wulftec, and many others. Working closely with leaders of Duravant's family of operating companies, my role ensures we build a culture that attracts, retains, and develops the best talent. Overseeing a team of recruiters, I develop our organizations talent strategy in all areas from talent acquisition to candidate experience. I serve as the DE&I Lead, leading and overseeing the DE&I initiatives across the global organization.Additionally, I provide strategic leadership and functional direction in the areas of employee engagement, organizational effectiveness and learning and development. As a certified Emotional Intelligence trainer, I provide Ei training across the organization, and utilize Hogan certification to perform leadership assessments. Building high potential learning programs, individualized development plans for senior leadership and president positions, providing strategic direction on internal training opportunities, and creating and maintaining a robust training library. Other focuses include employer branding, and project management for the annual Duravant Leadership Conference. Show less

A Governor appointed position, the Illinois Workforce Innovation Board oversees budgeting and strategy for the Illinois Workforce system recommending policy, strategy and metrics that create a more efficient and effective system.

Chicagoland

Numerous in person and virtual keynote and panel engagements, some highlights: Technology's Effect in Workforce Development Panel Women in Manufacturing Panel National Workforce Summit - Breakout session speakerMyth vs Fact - Manufacturing Careers Manufacturing Webinar Co-Host with SkillScout HRMAC Panel Speaker - The Fight for Talent - City vs Suburbs DisruptHR Chicago Panel Speaker - Disrupt Chi Hackathon Event DisruptHR… Show more Numerous in person and virtual keynote and panel engagements, some highlights: Technology's Effect in Workforce Development Panel Women in Manufacturing Panel National Workforce Summit - Breakout session speakerMyth vs Fact - Manufacturing Careers Manufacturing Webinar Co-Host with SkillScout HRMAC Panel Speaker - The Fight for Talent - City vs Suburbs DisruptHR Chicago Panel Speaker - Disrupt Chi Hackathon Event DisruptHR - ChicagoSpeaker - Recruitment Marketing Making Chips 100th Episode PodcastManagement AssociationSocial Media Recruiting Briefing - Presenter Peninsula HotelsRegional ConferenceKeynote - Recruitment MarketingManagement Association Talent Talks EventTalent Acquisition and Social Media SpeakerTMA Millenials SeriesTalent Acquisition and Social Media, Panel SpeakerHHRA (Hotel Human Resources Association) Talent Acquisition and Recruitment Marketing KeynoteManagement AssociationAnnual Employment Law ConferencePanel Speaker - Creative recruiting and Social MediaHotel Human Resources AssociationPanel Speaker - Talent Acquisition and Social Media Show less

Manage end-to-end Global Learning and Development/Organizational Development strategy and execution, including but not limited to:  Employee On boarding / Off boarding: Responsible for the project management of the standardized global on boarding program  Elected as one of the organization’s first ‘coaches’ in the Council of Coaches (6 members) to facilitate DVM (Daily Visual Management) across the organization o Coach and mentor director/Sr leadership level employees on… Show more Manage end-to-end Global Learning and Development/Organizational Development strategy and execution, including but not limited to:  Employee On boarding / Off boarding: Responsible for the project management of the standardized global on boarding program  Elected as one of the organization’s first ‘coaches’ in the Council of Coaches (6 members) to facilitate DVM (Daily Visual Management) across the organization o Coach and mentor director/Sr leadership level employees on effective leadership, team engagement, and communication practices  Successfully completed the Six Sigma Black Belt assessment  Design, implement, and manage first automated compliance program for general EHS/OSHA  Performance Management & Platform Administration - TalentQuest  Talent Management / Succession Planning o Calibrator for 1700 employees o Independently run the organizations midyear and year end review processes  Leadership Development o Global Program Creation  HR Compliance o Automated the organization’s compliance requirements for new hire and existing employees for effective record retention and completion  Learning Management, System/Platform Administration, & Content Creation - Adobe Captivate  Internship & Apprenticeship Programming o Development of a registered apprenticeship program within manufacturing  Overseeing Global L&D budget and approve requests for training, development, & certifications.  Managing HR communications strategy and presentations. o Including the design, full content creation, and launch of the first monthly global newsletter o Successfully design and create content independently monthly  Managing all learning and development vendor relationships.  Evaluating individual and organizational development needs. Show less

As the Organization Development Manager, I am responsible for designing and implementing meaningful, relevant, change management initiatives, talent strategies, engagement initiatives, and employee and manager training and development activities that directly link to company goals and objectives. • Strategic Planningo Recruitment, Talent Management, Training and Development, Leadership Planning, Workforce Planning• Job Analysis and Designo Recruitment Planning and Management… Show more As the Organization Development Manager, I am responsible for designing and implementing meaningful, relevant, change management initiatives, talent strategies, engagement initiatives, and employee and manager training and development activities that directly link to company goals and objectives. • Strategic Planningo Recruitment, Talent Management, Training and Development, Leadership Planning, Workforce Planning• Job Analysis and Designo Recruitment Planning and Management o Salary Evaluation and Reviewo Organizational/Departmental Structureo Position Analysis o Design, Implement, and Manage Workforce Development Initiatives in partnership with area training centers, high schools, and other possible avenues • Change Managemento Ensure changes and initiatives continue to move organization forward, aligned with culture ideals • Cultureo Development of Internal Culture Standards Ensuring continued focus and initiatives surrounding core values and employer brand Show less

Lake Zurich, Il

Smalley Steel Ring Company is the world leader in the manufacturing and development of Spirolox Retaining Rings, Constant Section Rings (Snap Rings) and Wave Springs. Smalley’s product line consists of 10,000 standard parts stocked in carbon and stainless steel as well as special designs in exotic alloys or customer specified dimensions. Smalley is the exclusive manufacturer of Spirolox Retaining Rings. • Responsible for developing all social media talent content, preparing social… Show more Smalley Steel Ring Company is the world leader in the manufacturing and development of Spirolox Retaining Rings, Constant Section Rings (Snap Rings) and Wave Springs. Smalley’s product line consists of 10,000 standard parts stocked in carbon and stainless steel as well as special designs in exotic alloys or customer specified dimensions. Smalley is the exclusive manufacturer of Spirolox Retaining Rings. • Responsible for developing all social media talent content, preparing social strategies and posting calendar, and analyzing results• Assist in development of branding initiatives • Design and implementation of Smalley candidate experience, including providing hiring managers with interviewing training• Design, development, and implementation of Smalley's on-boarding program, including independently creating and executing the Train the Trainer initiative • Source and recruit top-notch candidates for positions at all levels within the organization• Participate in college recruiting, job fairs, and other resourcing activities• Coordinate all phases of interviewing/selection process• Screen resumes and candidates for positions, recommend qualified candidates for further consideration• Interview qualified candidates via phone and in person, conduct pre-employment skill tests to ensure that the most qualified candidates are presented to hiring managers• Provide hiring managers with guidance, direction, and expert advice regarding hiring decisions and appropriate compensation• Administering and monitoring new hire orientations• Coordinate post-hire follow-up on all new employees to assess job satisfaction and recommend new approaches as appropriate• Create and maintain job descriptions, duties and responsibilities for all positions• Providing assistance in monitoring employee performance appraisal process• Continuous market evaluation in regards to salary and wage analysis• Capacity and staff planning, including monthly expense analysis Show less

Greater Chicago Area

Specializing in Social Media, SEO, PPC, and FE Dev• Consistently achieve activity standards including: 10 interviews per week, minimum of 2 starts per week • Administer and review candidate assessments • Use various recruiting practices to identify quality candidates (including traditional, networking, events, referrals, etc)• Interview and evaluate candidates on presentation, intelligence, technical skill set, and place ability • Successfully fill contract, contract to… Show more Specializing in Social Media, SEO, PPC, and FE Dev• Consistently achieve activity standards including: 10 interviews per week, minimum of 2 starts per week • Administer and review candidate assessments • Use various recruiting practices to identify quality candidates (including traditional, networking, events, referrals, etc)• Interview and evaluate candidates on presentation, intelligence, technical skill set, and place ability • Successfully fill contract, contract to hire, and project based roles utilizing project and time management skills• Provide career counseling and feedback to candidates on their resumes, portfolios, and interview skills• Participated in leading national training call covering the ‘Web Designer’ topic• Develop relationships with clients, organizations, art institutes, local colleges, special interest groups, and other networking sources, including holding a role as a current AIGA volunteer member Show less

Responsible for all salon and spa recruiting and hiringDeveloped internal interview processPlanned, promoted, and executed monthly spa eventsDrove new business utilizing creative marketing techniques including email blasts, website updates and site maintenanceCreated, maintained, and updated salon visual displays on a monthly basisHandled salon retail and supply ordering, receiving, inventory, and vendor relationsManaged staff of 30 employees while maintaining budget… Show more Responsible for all salon and spa recruiting and hiringDeveloped internal interview processPlanned, promoted, and executed monthly spa eventsDrove new business utilizing creative marketing techniques including email blasts, website updates and site maintenanceCreated, maintained, and updated salon visual displays on a monthly basisHandled salon retail and supply ordering, receiving, inventory, and vendor relationsManaged staff of 30 employees while maintaining budget guidelinesAchieved monthly revenue and retail goals through staff coaching and goal setting.Created weekly revenue and retail sales reports to track progress Show less

Promoted after less than a year of work to Assistant Department HeadManaged a staff of 7-10 receptionists directly, as well as 40 service techniciansAssisted in successfully launching 3 new product lines, through in-store promotions and appealing retail display visuals for Wella, Systems Professional, and Graham Webb, to ultimately drive sales. Successfully interviewed and hired receptionist staff of 10 salon coordinators, effectively training and coaching to increase salon… Show more Promoted after less than a year of work to Assistant Department HeadManaged a staff of 7-10 receptionists directly, as well as 40 service techniciansAssisted in successfully launching 3 new product lines, through in-store promotions and appealing retail display visuals for Wella, Systems Professional, and Graham Webb, to ultimately drive sales. Successfully interviewed and hired receptionist staff of 10 salon coordinators, effectively training and coaching to increase salon productivityResponsible for effectively staffing and scheduling seven receptionists to maintain quality standards in customer serviceResponsible for assisting in meeting revenue and budget goals on a monthly bases Show less

Master’S Degree, Communication, 4.0

Successfully obtained, with honors, a Master's of Science in Communication, focusing on strategic communications and organizational.

Black Belt Certification

School of Lean and Six Sigma Black Belt Certification. Assessment passed Dec. 2019, Anticipated completion 2020

Certification, Strategic Communication'S Management, 4.0

Successfully completed the Certification for Strategic Communication's Management in conjunction with Master's program

Bachelor Of Arts, Marketing & Management