Leading local branch of Australian executive/professional search firm dedicated to finding technical talent for the oil/gas, mining and major projects sectors in Colombia. Set up operating manuel, revamped data base, developed clients, sourcing and recruiting talent in Colombia and abroad (primarily within the region)..

➢ Human Resources lead on Global Assessment team for assets in Qatar, Bahrain and the United States.➢ Developed methodology and assessed risks in human resources processes for the corporation, including recruiting, retention, termination and succession planning processes.

Top Human Resources position for chemical manufacturing division of Occidental Petroleum Corporation with.3000+ employees, 26 plants, multi-state and international operations. Key contributions: ➢ Led the evolution of succession planning from a corporate exercise to a central leadership process for all management and critical skill roles. Result: Smooth transition at executive and senior management levels despite retirement/transfer of 60% of leadership team within a 5-year… Show more Top Human Resources position for chemical manufacturing division of Occidental Petroleum Corporation with.3000+ employees, 26 plants, multi-state and international operations. Key contributions: ➢ Led the evolution of succession planning from a corporate exercise to a central leadership process for all management and critical skill roles. Result: Smooth transition at executive and senior management levels despite retirement/transfer of 60% of leadership team within a 5-year period.➢ Implemented top leadership training program for future leaders of the organization. Together with SVP Manufacturing and VP HES, led organizational training and development efforts to reinvigorate training for new generation of operators and supervisory staff. Together, the three of us personally initiated supervisory training program at every plant.➢ Implemented HR metrics to initially understand and then improve all recruiting activity. Metrics included cost, time to fill, retention, etc. Initiated college recruiting program to source new talent. Show less

Led HR function for Oxy's largest, recently acquired and integrated asset. Worked with leadership team to integrate acquistion into Oxy's culture.

The development group functioned as an in-house consulting asset for the global corporation. Led a team of 5 professional organizational development and training specialists.➢ Created development and skills training programs. Flagship leadership development program continues to be highly regarded and is used in all divisions to develop the next generation of leadership. Result: Graduates of program represent the majority of current leadership.

Newly formed division with 90% of company's assets under new management team. ➢ Facilitated leadership team through development of guiding principles and mission/vision statements. Result: Newly formed leadership team was quickly aligned and able to communicate strategy and implementation plan to employees within 6 weeks of assignment.➢ Created a People Strategy Team, a group of operational leaders who served as an advisory board for HR programs and policies. Result: Unparalleled… Show more Newly formed division with 90% of company's assets under new management team. ➢ Facilitated leadership team through development of guiding principles and mission/vision statements. Result: Newly formed leadership team was quickly aligned and able to communicate strategy and implementation plan to employees within 6 weeks of assignment.➢ Created a People Strategy Team, a group of operational leaders who served as an advisory board for HR programs and policies. Result: Unparalleled alignment between HR and operational objectives. ➢ Received President's Award for developing communication and trust-building strategy to decertify union after 50 years of representation. Show less

Occidental had operations in more than 25 countries at various times, including Argentina, Peru, Bolivia, Colombia, Yemen, Oman, Qatar, Albania, Russia, Pakistan, Canada, North Sea, and the Philippines. This position served as the coordination point for the global human resources function. ➢ Implemented global policies and initiatives. Assessed new and prospective international operations to determine expatriate and local resources required, talent availability, logistics (e.g., housing)… Show more Occidental had operations in more than 25 countries at various times, including Argentina, Peru, Bolivia, Colombia, Yemen, Oman, Qatar, Albania, Russia, Pakistan, Canada, North Sea, and the Philippines. This position served as the coordination point for the global human resources function. ➢ Implemented global policies and initiatives. Assessed new and prospective international operations to determine expatriate and local resources required, talent availability, logistics (e.g., housing), and policies. Result: Smoother start-ups in remote locations and reduced surprises, enabling operations to focus on achieving tactical objectives. Show less

Responsible for human resources, office administration, safety and HR relationship with national oil company.o Negotiated with national oil company for expatriate staffing and national development plans. Result: Required local staff were hired and expatriate staff were permitted to work and to continue exploration and facilities design for large offshore gas discovery.o Invited as speaker at local university to present careers in international oil and gas.

First US/Russian JV in oil/gas. Russian oil company had 500 employees and Russian/US partners were 50/50 in BOD and GM roles. More than 100 expatriates at peak staffing.o Led cultural and behavioral integration between U.S. and Russian company at the outset of Russia's glasnost until national political challenges overwhelmed the organization. o Negotiated with local officials in Siberia for services ranging from housing to office space

Occidental had operations in more than 25 countries at various times, including Argentina, Peru, Bolivia, Colombia, Yemen, Oman, Qatar, Albania, Russia, Pakistan, Canada, North Sea, and the Philippines. This position served as the coordination point for the global human resources function. ➢ Implemented global policies and initiatives. Assessed new and prospective international operations to determine expatriate and local resources required, talent availability, logistics (e.g., housing)… Show more Occidental had operations in more than 25 countries at various times, including Argentina, Peru, Bolivia, Colombia, Yemen, Oman, Qatar, Albania, Russia, Pakistan, Canada, North Sea, and the Philippines. This position served as the coordination point for the global human resources function. ➢ Implemented global policies and initiatives. Assessed new and prospective international operations to determine expatriate and local resources required, talent availability, logistics (e.g., housing), and policies. Result: Smoother start-ups in remote locations and reduced surprises, enabling operations to focus on achieving tactical objectives. Show less

Growth of Oxy's operation from discovery to production. At peak, more than 100 expatriates and more than 1000 Colombian employees and contractors. Period of significant social unrest and security threat from rebel groups and drug trafficking. Accomplishments:o Negotiated security arrangements with head of Colombian Armed Forces. Result: Long-term, relatively stable operations despite significant presence of terrorists in zone. o Negotiated with Ministry of Labor for expatriate and… Show more Growth of Oxy's operation from discovery to production. At peak, more than 100 expatriates and more than 1000 Colombian employees and contractors. Period of significant social unrest and security threat from rebel groups and drug trafficking. Accomplishments:o Negotiated security arrangements with head of Colombian Armed Forces. Result: Long-term, relatively stable operations despite significant presence of terrorists in zone. o Negotiated with Ministry of Labor for expatriate and national staff development plans. Result: Uninterrupted expatriate staffing and rapid national replacement, leading to reduction in expatriate headcount from 100+ to less than 10 in 6 years. o Managed 250+ direct and indirect employees in all administrative functions, including Human Resources, Security, Environment/Safety, Supply Chain, Telecommunications, and Office Services. Show less

Professional development assignments in compensation, benefits, generalist support roles in Houston and Bakersfield.