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Deliver strategic and innovative human resources consulting to a range of organizations across industry sectors, encompassing executive management, organization structure, profiles for key roles, and terms of reference for BoD accountabilities.- Completed an organizational assessment for a Canadian national media organization, including interviews of the CEO and leadership team. Results provided insights and informed strategy to capitalize on culture and growth opportunities. -… Show more Deliver strategic and innovative human resources consulting to a range of organizations across industry sectors, encompassing executive management, organization structure, profiles for key roles, and terms of reference for BoD accountabilities.- Completed an organizational assessment for a Canadian national media organization, including interviews of the CEO and leadership team. Results provided insights and informed strategy to capitalize on culture and growth opportunities. - Provided strategic talent acquisition and onboarding expertise to a not-for-profit organization, in a tight timeframe, to support the leadership team in the execution of a transformational change initiative. - Coached senior executives navigating career transition, including CEO’s and C-Suite leaders of multimillion-dollar organizations. Provided guidance and support related to new opportunities, negotiation of employment agreements and exit packages. - Recruited a senior leadership team at short notice for a significant turnaround initiative for a national organization. Executives included C-Suite roles across Human Resources, Finance, Operations, Marketing and Communications. Show less

Reporting to the CEO, led corporate human resources and accountable for spearheading the development of new HR strategy, models and programs to support corporate objectives. Successfully managed all elements of the company’s corporate human resources plan, including compensation, benefits, performance management and talent management.- Drafted a new Performance Management Program, designed to maximize individual and company performance by establishing aligned SMART goals for employees… Show more Reporting to the CEO, led corporate human resources and accountable for spearheading the development of new HR strategy, models and programs to support corporate objectives. Successfully managed all elements of the company’s corporate human resources plan, including compensation, benefits, performance management and talent management.- Drafted a new Performance Management Program, designed to maximize individual and company performance by establishing aligned SMART goals for employees and the organization.- Led the development of a revised employee handbook, encompassing policies and procedures for both hourly and salaried employees, while working closely with legal, communications and other departments and stakeholders.- Designed and conducted a pilot diversity survey within the organization. Results were assessed versus Canadian market data and utilized to inform the drafting of the company’s first employee Diversity, Equity and Inclusion policy. Researched and organized related training for leadership teams.- Collaborated with leadership team colleagues to play a pivotal role in strategizing, planning and executing several organizational restructuring initiatives, ensuring the alignment of resources to business needs and goal achievement.- Negotiated various components of the employee benefits program for Canadian and U.S. employees with providers, resulting in cost-effective and enhanced coverage across health, dental, vision and disability plans.- Provided guidance and advice to Executive Management Team and Board Compensation Committee, and mentored and coached a highly motivated and cohesive team. Show less

Recruited to lead the human resources team for this federally-funded organization with a mandate to improve the health of Canadians by accelerating the adoption of digital health solutions.- Established and led a strong consultative HR team, developing and providing sophisticated programs and services related to employee engagement, compensation, benefits, wellness, and learning and development.- Leveraged quantitative and qualitative research and analysis to assess the environment,… Show more Recruited to lead the human resources team for this federally-funded organization with a mandate to improve the health of Canadians by accelerating the adoption of digital health solutions.- Established and led a strong consultative HR team, developing and providing sophisticated programs and services related to employee engagement, compensation, benefits, wellness, and learning and development.- Leveraged quantitative and qualitative research and analysis to assess the environment, identify opportunities to enhance the employee experience, and develop and implement solutions that elevated employee satisfaction and performance.- Collaborated with Executive colleagues and Board members on strategic HR initiatives, including a new “pay for performance” compensation philosophy, informed by market analysis and benchmarks, to attract and retain high caliber talent which contributed to a competitive edge and increased results year-over-year.- Stewarded change, enhanced business drivers, and implemented an employee-driven values exercise to establish corporate values and influence a refreshed corporate culture.ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE:• Delivered measurable results while performing in progressive HR roles for technology and consulting companies in the Canadian, U.S., U.K. and Australian markets. Show less