- Analyze compensation programs, policies and practices; assess effectiveness and make recommendations for improvement- Conduct job evaluations and re-evaluations for new and existing positions- Complete internal and competitive analysis and test jobs for FLSA exemption status- Make recommendations regarding sound compensation communications, programs, initiatives and best practices, and educate management on effective utilization of said tools and programs- Key participant in the post-merger integration of compensation and other HR policies and programs

Deliver motivational talks and inspire others to overcome challenges and live life powerfully; Write resumes, build LinkedIn profiles and coach individuals through career transitions and in preparation for job interviews; Ghostwrite books for clients, and provide business writing services, including but not limited to grant writing and the writing of business and marketing plans; Provide developmental editing services for blog content, manuscripts, proposals and dissertations; Deliver workshops, trainings and information sessions.

HIGHLIGHTED PROJECTS: Johnson & Johnson, American Museum of Natural History, Merck (Schering Plough), Rudolph Technologies, Inc., Becton DickensonDesigned, developed and implemented policies for client companies; Designed and developed domestic and global compensation programs, and trained HR staff on the administration of these programs; Functioned as a consultative resource on all compensation matters, provided compensation program day-to-day administration, and delivered a myriad of human resource services to clients; Created and maintained an ongoing goal-oriented, cost-effective marketing plan; Developed estimates and proposals, and established and maintained client relationships; Created annual financial statements, and managed the company finances throughout the year.

VIRTUAL SUPPORT FOR LIVING YOUR BEST LIFEVirtual Assistants l Clutter/Productivity Consultants l Leisure & Travel Advisors

As an owner-operator, traveled to homes and offices to organize and declutter space; served as a personal assistant to clients, offering customized support services, including but not limited to managing paperwork, personal shopping and booking travel arrangements.

- Consulted with clients and designed and developed programs related to total rewards- Provided outsourced compensation program administration and support to consulting clients- Created compensation-related policies based on relative benchmarks and emerging trends- Served as a consultative resource on compensation matters

Designed, developed and implemented the company’s domestic and global compensation policies and programs; Formulated recommendations regarding the company salary structure; Recommended corrective or alternative actions to resolve compensation-related problems; Ensured FLSA compliance and educated management on exemption status testing and determination; Conducted extensive internal and external analysis, identified trends and made recommendations if necessary; Designed and implemented a global banding structure, used in over eight countries around the world.

Responsible for integrating the compensation programs of two companies following an acquisition, and for day-to-day compensation program administration for a combined client group of 1,200+ associates; Conducted proactive internal and market analysis, participated on global project teams, and counseled line management on organizational structure and job description development; Established guidelines and created a Year-End Policy & Process document for distribution to HR and management.

Developed and implemented the salary structure for jobs on the scientific ladder in the Research Institute; Conducted extensive analysis & job evaluations; Provided innovative solutions and counsel to line management; Conducted stock evaluations and made recommendations on stock buyout/replacement; Represented the organization at industry meetings and round table discussions.

Reporting to the Compensation & Benefits Director, administered compensation programs and counseled line management; Effectively communicated market data and trends to leadership, and managed the survey selection process and participation; Coached, trained and provided leadership to the benefits staff on compensation and benefit issues; Served as liaison between the company and the union in the management of employee relations issues.