Mardi Walker Email & Phone Number

Toronto, Canada Area

As an Executive Counselor I provide support, advice, and coaching to guide CHROs to be strategic business partners in achieving organizational and professional success for their organizations.

Ottawa, Canada Area

Providing HR consulting services in all facets of HR.

Ottawa, Canada Area

Reporting to the President & CEO I lead the human resources strategies, policies, and practices for a major league sports team - the NHL Ottawa Senators, their arena (Canadian Tire Centre) and related operations.

Concord On And Oakville On

Reporting to the Vice Chairman and CEO, responsible for Human Resources and Payroll strategies, policies, and programs. Jempak manufactures, fills and packages high-quality, private-label laundry and dish products. The company has a state-of-the-art facility for monodose (unit dose) production and delivers private label laundry and dish products to retail customers in North America. Jempak believes that R&D builds stronger brands and therefore has an on-site R&D Lab, further enhanced by the in-house manufacture of its own chemicals.I led all aspects of the Human Resources strategy for the organization, focusing on maximizing the capabilities and talents of the Jempak team in order to help position the company for growth. This included recruitment, performance management, learning and engagement, compensation, benefits, health & safety, HRIS, and Payroll.

Toronto, Canada Area

Reporting to the President/CEO and COO, responsible for human resources strategies, policies, and practices for four major league sports teams (NHL Toronto Maple Leafs, AHL Toronto Marlies, NBA Toronto Raptors, and MLS Toronto FC), two arenas (Air Canada Centre, Ricoh Coliseum), one stadium (BMO Field), three free-standing restaurants, an apparel shop, multiple major websites, three television networks, and a live entertainment business.• Led the successful execution of the objective of the People Department:Attract + Develop + Retain = An Exceptional Place to Work.• Accomplished this objective by developing and sustaining three key strategies:o Communication – timely, honest two-way communication. People unleashed with vision, values, talent and knowledge.o Career – the very best sports and entertainment professionals. A meritocracy of passionate, dedicated, enthusiastic leaders.o Culture – An inspiring environment where outstanding performers were recognized and rewardedI was responsible for leading all aspects of the Human Resources strategy for the organization. This included recruitment, performance management, learning and engagement, compensation, pension & benefits, health & safety, HRIS, and labour relations. Additionally, I led the internal communications for the company primarily through the design, development, and execution of the company's intranet.

Toronto, Canada Area

Responsible for the Human Resources function for the big box retailer when they entered the Canadian marketplace. Strong emphasis was on management recruitment and training and development at all levels of the organization. Provided consultative services to the U.S. Corporate office regarding Canadian laws and practices.

Toronto, Canada Area

Contracted to direct and manage Human Resources for two hotels. Developed corporate human resource philosophies, objectives and policies consistent with company growth. Responsible for the training and development of new and existing staff through a $16 million renovation, including the opening of two new restaurants and the upgrade of the hotel to a four diamond rating from a two diamond property. As a member of the Executive Team had responsibility for creation of annual and future plans and strategies, budgets, and objectives.

Toronto, Canada Area

Responsible for designing, developing and managing all facets of the Human Resource function for Marriott Hotels entry into the Canadian market. As a member of the Executive Team participated in setting strategy, budgets, and overall annual objectives. Acted as Duty Manager in charge of the hotel regularly.

Ba, Psychology

Activities and Societies: Orientation Leader, Student Police, Campus Security

The Judy Project, Executive Leadership For Women