Kendra Barbour, Mba Email & Phone Number

As an accomplished Human Resources Professional, I am dedicated to driving organizational success through strategic and influential leadership. With a proven track record in managing staff concerns, grievances, and protocols, I collaborate closely with Executive Directors and Chief Financial Officers to ensure effective resolution. My expertise as a strategic thought partner enables me to spearhead organization-wide initiatives and implement employee retention efforts.A key aspect of my role involves facilitating monthly leadership development training for supervisors, empowering them with the necessary skills to lead their teams effectively. I am proud to have forged a groundbreaking partnership between New York University: Steinhardt and Equality Charter School, resulting in a robust teacher employment pipeline. Additionally, as a longstanding member of the organizational Steering Committee at Equality, I have contributed to the strategic direction and growth of the organization for the past several years.In the realm of human resource operations, I have excelled in developing and implementing full-cycle HR programs, encompassing recruiting, hiring, onboarding, training, culture building, and off-boarding. Through the application of the ADDIE model, I have successfully addressed emerging needs within the school, ensuring a heightened response to challenges. My commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging-centered work is unwavering. As a member of the Racial Equity Committee, I actively create and oversee employee development, engagement, and recognition programs that align with our organizational goals. Furthermore, I have facilitated Socratic Seminars for staff, fostering dialogue on initiative-specific topics and promoting a culture of inclusivity.In terms of human resource operations, I have led incident review committees to assess workplace safety concerns and threats. Taking responsibility for all HR operations and initiatives, I take pride in my ability to promote healthy working environments by leveraging conflict resolution strategies, transparent policies, and employee education on available resources. Through employee recruitment events, I have successfully attracted diverse candidate pools and conducted behavioral/cultural screenings. If you're interested in networking with an HR Professional who excels in strategic leadership, diversity and inclusion initiatives, and human resource operations, I invite you to connect with me.

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