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This role has involved creating comprehensive people strategy and implementation plans for organizational transformation, coaching and empowering business leaders to be more equitable managers and improve organizational effectiveness, and developing comprehensive and effective policies and practices rooted in equity and inclusion. Specific accomplishments include: • Leading internal HR operations including managing hiring processes, compensation, benefits, learning & development… Show more This role has involved creating comprehensive people strategy and implementation plans for organizational transformation, coaching and empowering business leaders to be more equitable managers and improve organizational effectiveness, and developing comprehensive and effective policies and practices rooted in equity and inclusion. Specific accomplishments include: • Leading internal HR operations including managing hiring processes, compensation, benefits, learning & development, performance management, and culture efforts • Supporting senior leaders at client organizations to identify and implement innovative cross-functional projects and effective people operations solutions that address complex challenges, strategies and initiatives • Coaching senior leaders on change management, organizational effectiveness, identifying and removing obstacles for key projects, and fostering cultures of growth• Collaborating with CEO to identify process improvement opportunities and set company strategy Show less

In this role, I advised key leaders at a wide variety of organizations, from Fortune 500 companies to growth-stage startups to nonprofits, enabling them to foster cultures of growth and belonging. I worked with leaders to improve overall organizational design, and to ensure that all functions operate with accountability structures & frameworks to consistently measure and improve effectiveness. Additionally, I acted as lead project manager for as many as 30 clients, ensuring high-level and… Show more In this role, I advised key leaders at a wide variety of organizations, from Fortune 500 companies to growth-stage startups to nonprofits, enabling them to foster cultures of growth and belonging. I worked with leaders to improve overall organizational design, and to ensure that all functions operate with accountability structures & frameworks to consistently measure and improve effectiveness. Additionally, I acted as lead project manager for as many as 30 clients, ensuring high-level and on-time deliverables. Additional duties and accomplishments include: • Led internal HR operations including managing hiring processes, compensation, benefits, learning & development, performance management, and culture efforts• Developed and improved comprehensive HR policies and practices for 30 clients, including talent and performance management, compliance, compensation and internal mobility, enabling clients to increase retention and employee engagement rates• Deployed and analyzed data for engagement survey of 2,000 employees at $900MM+ revenue company, derived key insights and delivered results and actionable recommendations to senior leadership team Show less

The Wing was a women's focused community space. In this role I honed my leadership and management skills, working with a large team of direct reports. During my tenure I was most proud of providing a platform to people and organizations working to make impactful change in our community, as well as succeeding in building trust with my team. Accomplishments include: • Managed a team of 20 hourly support staff to ensure efficient day-to-day business operations and build team… Show more The Wing was a women's focused community space. In this role I honed my leadership and management skills, working with a large team of direct reports. During my tenure I was most proud of providing a platform to people and organizations working to make impactful change in our community, as well as succeeding in building trust with my team. Accomplishments include: • Managed a team of 20 hourly support staff to ensure efficient day-to-day business operations and build team trust• Handled employee relations with direct reports, including training, performance management, and conflict resolution• Curated and executed over 300 events for the Los Angeles location, enhancing member and partner experience. Show less

StarStream Media was an independent film financier and production company. My role afforded me invaluable project management experience. Overseeing the development and production of a feature film is incredibly complex and requires utmost agility, diligence, and the ability to anticipate challenges and solutions. Excellent communication, interpersonal and collaboration skills are key, as is operating with a proactive mindset. This experience and expertise has informed every aspect of my career… Show more StarStream Media was an independent film financier and production company. My role afforded me invaluable project management experience. Overseeing the development and production of a feature film is incredibly complex and requires utmost agility, diligence, and the ability to anticipate challenges and solutions. Excellent communication, interpersonal and collaboration skills are key, as is operating with a proactive mindset. This experience and expertise has informed every aspect of my career development to date. Accomplishments include: • Acquired and developed 5 feature film projects, creating a content pipeline for the company’s production business• Oversaw the production of 5 feature films, ensuring that productions were completed on time and on budget• Managed production teams of 20+ people for 5 feature films• Cultivated financial and creative relationships that enabled the company to develop, finance and/or produce at least 10 feature film projects during my tenure Show less