I support individuals in career transition utilizing the full range of Lee Hecht Harrison resources to conduct an effective career search. Working to develop and improve communication strategies, I use multiple approaches, with an emphasis on networking, to uncover opportunities. Candidates are coached through interviewing and negotiating practices, and use social media as part of a successful search strategy

Transitions… they occur every day. Sometimes those transitions (or changes) are neither anticipated nor desired, and we feel a bit out of control of life. Let me give you some examples: we might lose a spouse, get demoted, downsized or fired from a job, have a life-altering medical issue, become an “empty-nester,” become a caregiver, maybe just feel disenchanted with what you are doing or your work/life balance. We are thrust into a labyrinth of thoughts, emotions and maybe even, fears. We become immobilized. That’s where coaching can help.From a business perspective, we might be dealing with market changes that force us to make changes (growth or reduction) within our organization; perhaps we need to re-evaluate workforce makeup and are unsure of how the outcome will affect the company culture; or we know we have to embark on a strategic planning process and are unsure of where to start. These activities might cause us to become immobilized. That’s where coaching can help.In either case, whether it’s personal or business, there are some common threads and a sequence of activities we need to work through. With MM Transitions Coaching, there are five basic steps: clear intentions, discovery/exploration, barriers or resistance, research, and development of an action plan.Please reach out to me via my LinkedIn profile to explore how my services can benefit you and/or your organization.

Led human resource programs for all company operations (manufacturing, quality, engineering, and supply chain, including procurement), comprising 1,600 of nearly 2,000 employees. Provided counsel to Executive Vice President of Operations and Senior Vice Presidents of Manufacturing, Engineering, and Supply Chain on strategic planning. Key areas included:PARTNERSHIP WITH LEADERSHIPCollaborated with Vice Presidents in reorganizing all operations leadership areas to efficiently deliver on strategic goals and developed succession plans for functional operations areas and development plans for successors. ENGAGEMENT WITH CROSS-FUNCTIONAL TEAMS AND HR PARTNERSCollaboration with Organizational Development (OD) Executed effective change management practices supporting new programs and organizational change impacts.Partnered with Talent Acquisition organization to identify and attract top external talent to key leadership roles. Administered annual employee-engagement survey to the entire organization. Work with Cross-Functional Teams Created workforce development strategy, building partnerships with educational institutions, community organizations, and other businesses to attract talent to organization and ensure readiness for Manufacturing 4.0. Communicated culture initiatives to management through monthly culture newsletter. Oversaw administration of workers’ compensation and social compliance programs in alignment with corporate goals and initiatives. Facilitated performance management and compensation process for operations.Supervised team of nine employees in execution of HR practices.Served as trusted advisor to 1,800 employees.

Planned, developed, implemented, and administered HR programs for Portionables’ (subsidiary of Sargento Foods) plants located in Washington and South Dakota. Developed and integrated human resource programs to achieve strategic goals and operational objectives. Guided managers and employees on problem-solving, dispute resolution, regulatory compliance, and litigation avoidance. Created and administered effective recruitment programs and new-employee orientation program. Managed and oversaw employee safety, welfare, wellness, and health programs. Oversaw organizational and space planning, and facility security and upkeep. Directed administration including reception. Communicated company charitable giving programs. Administered performance management, improvement systems, and salary administration program ensuring compliance and equity within organization. Conducted wage surveys within labor market to determine competitive wage rates. Prepared annual budget for human resources operations. Provided expertise in strategic planning, change management, succession planning, and organizational development.

Provided structure, support, and feedback to assist clients in clarifying desires, values, and goals for work or personal life. Served as adjunct faculty member for Bellingham Technical College and instructor for Whatcom Community College.ACCOMPLISHMENTS• Brought “Stepping Up to Management” program to several hundred students in Whatcom County (private business as well as individuals).• Orchestrated transition for 50 employees in Washington and 100 in South Dakota, providing career assessments, positive psychology programs, and completion of WorkKeys program to facilitate transition to new jobs due to plant closure.

Supervised all human resource functions for 500 staff members in western Canada and western U.S. northern border, including workforce planning, health and safety, employee benefits, employee relations, and organizational development. Trained management staff in leadership skills, team-building, conflict resolution, effective communications, and conducting performance appraisals. Managed company initiatives for Western Region, such as United Way, employee opinion survey, and employee appreciation events. Prepared site analyses for company grants to local non-profits. Aided with transition to northern border for recent acquisitions.

Founded non-profit organization working with youth and adults in exploration and development of career goals. Administered interest, value and aptitude inventories, and learning- styles analyses. Coached on critical thinking and decision-making skills. Prepared career development plans.