Kimberly Dechello Email & Phone Number

United States

Hanover, Md

Hanover, Md

I provided strategic administrative and HR management for KeyW - an intelligence solutions provider offering a broad range of engineering, operations analysis, cloud and data analytics, geospatial, and cyber services to global clients. I am proud to have been 1 of 4 original team members involved with KeyW’s conception and successful launch, assisting in taking the company public within 2 years’ time and driving growth from 60 - 1100 employees.Specific responsibilities and accomplishments include:» I collaborated with the executive team to formulate short and long-term tactical plans, while continually managing the internal and external administrative needs.» I was accountable for mentoring high-level staff including HR Directors, Recruiting Directors, Stock Administrators, VP of Ethics and Compliance, MIS Managers and Directors, Paralegals, Quality Managers, Payroll Coordinators, Facilities Managers, and Security Managers. I am proud to have provided effective and positive leadership, continually ensuring employees had overall vision and tools necessary for success.» I oversaw risk management and used my extensive knowledge of SEC, NASDAQ, and Sarbanes-Oxley/SOX to ensure company compliance. I additionally developed and monitored federal and state-compliant policies, programs, and procedures, while maintaining the company’s philosophy and culture. » I orchestrated all stock administration needs including managing non-qualified stock options, restricted stock awards, and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. I also served as the author of every company proxy, including routine and non-routine items, once the company went public. I organized annual shareholder meetings and served as the Corporate Secretary managing Inspectors of Election. » I was appointed as KeyW’s Culture Officer to drive a positive work culture, and I used my exceptional networking skill set to help the company achieve organic yet aggressive growth.

Crownsville, Maryland

Columbia, Md

I directed and managed all HR and administration functions for Essex- a company specializing in signal processing, information assurance, and systems engineering and integration. I worked as a strong communications liaison and focused on serving as an effective Change Agent driving positive employee engagement through company mergers and acquisitions.Specifics during my role include:✏ I developed and implemented all Essex HR programs and policies for onboarding, compensation, training, staff mentoring, benefits, equal opportunity, and affirmative action programs.✏ I managed the company’s benefit stock plans including stock options, restricted stock, and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. I oversaw grant administration, option exercises and cancellations, and stock-related reconciliations and transfers... reporting directly to the Board of Directors and regulatory authorities as Corporate Secretary.✏ I established and maintained relationships with brokerage firms, Transfer Agents, Auditors, and legal counsel.Noted accomplishments include:☑ I served as a highly effective Change Agent and staff motivator focused on the positive evolution and growth of the business. I was a major contributor to the seamless transition of new employees throughout the integration of over 25 companies. ☑ I was self-taught on the entire stock administration aspect of the position; I learned requirements and held annual shareholder meetings. I additionally took on responsibility of building and implementing the Equity Edge Software program and trained an existing employee from a separate department to serve as a knowledgeable Stock Administrator.☑ Proud to have served as a key player in the final merger and acquisition of Essex Corporation by Northrop Grumman.

Davidsonville, Md

Served as the Owner and Operator of a company processing payroll for 4 different companies.

Master Of Science - Ms, Human Resources Management

Associate Of Arts - Aa, Accounting

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Criminal Justice/Criminology