Hired to create all aspects of the HR department for this pre-IPO software company.  Responsible for the overall planning, budgeting and direction of the recruiting function  Create company policy, procedures and a new employee orientation program. Conduct company wide compensation analysis  Evaluate current benefits annually and conduct Open Enrollment.  Create company policies and employee handbook  Assisted the CFO in Merger & Acquisition (M&A) activities, complying with and providing due diligence schedules in addition to series funding events. Creation of all sales compensation plans Performed stock plan administration and investor relations activities Creation and implementation of organizational development programs  Coach managers on employee-related grievances, performance and discipline issues. Manage and conduct downsizing (RIF) program to minimize legal exposure. Generated and obtain all work visas (H1B, TN) for employees.