Kathy Summers Email & Phone Number

United States

Ashtabula, Ohio, United States

Cleveland/Akron, Ohio Area

HR business partner and representative for five US locations, providing support and service for 300+ employees including remote workers. Handled all aspects of the HR function in support of business initiatives to drive measurable results. Provided counsel to employees and all levels of management on employee relations issues, ensuring legal compliance with policy and laws. Served on global project team to implement HRIS platform. Partnered with aligned business units to plan and implement strategic initiatives including focusing on talent management and retention. Collaborated with colleagues on global projects involving engagement, integration and development. Managed and mentored HR Coordinator. Supported a high-performance culture, emphasizing empowerment, customer service, goal attainment and ongoing development of the workforce.

Jefferson, Ohio

Designed and taught Human Resouces Certification Courses for managers and HR professionals in the areas of Performance Appraisal/Managment, Communications, Teamwork and Creating a Positive Work Envionment.

Ashtabula, Ohio

Employee relations specialist for over 250 employees at one of two plants on site. Served as key point of contact for all staff regarding HR matters -- offering counsel and support, consulting with supervisors and providing HR guidance. Developed and implemented programs to build a positive and inclusive work culture, including an alternative dispute resolution program and managing employee events and recognition programs. Supported ongoing efforts to improve the organization’s systems of staff support, including performance management, hiring and recruitment, staff development, benefits management and HR compliance issues.

Ashtabula, Ohio

Conducted activities related to the provision of education and training services to local business and industry in addition to coordinating continuing education courses.

Ashtabula, Ohio

Worked as an employment and job training specialist counseling clients who qualified for government funded programs such as on-the-job training, financial aid for education, job seeking skills classes and job placement.

Jefferson, Ohio

Served as co-coordinator overseeing the operations of a grant-funded outplacement center for dislocated workers. Assisted clients with resume writing, interviewing skills and job search techniques.

Ohio And North Carolina

Taught various grades and subjects and was Lead Teacher for an After School Day Care program.

Ba, Music Education

Activities and Societies: Cross country, track, Music Educator's National Conference (student chapter)

9Th-10Th

Activities and Societies: Cross country and track

Education record

Human Resources Certification Program - Fundamentals of Employee Benefits - HR and the Law

Education record

Graduate courses taken: - Introduction to Computer Systems - Quantatative Skills for Business - Issues in Special Education

11Th And 12Th Grade

Activities and Societies: Cross country, track, choir, member of National Honor Society, class secretary, girl's basketball statistician