Returning as the Executive Leader of Human Resources, I am responsible for developing and executing human resource strategy in support of the overall business plan and strategic direction of the organization, specifically in the areas of talent management, change management, employee retention, organizational and performance management, training and development, compensation and benefits.

As the Senior Leader of Human Resources, I am responsible for developing and executing human resource strategy in support of the overall business plan and strategic direction of the organization, specifically in the areas of talent management, change management, employee retention, organizational and performance management, training and development, compensation and benefits.

Responsible for reimagining Sunrise’s people function, culture, structure and policies. Drive key Human Resources (HR) best practices and initiatives and provide strategic direction and expertise for the full scope of the HR function, across all offices domestically. Reporting into the CEO, providing HR advisory services with regards to leadership, coaching, employee relations, talent acquisition, engagement, culture, compensation, organizational design and change, performance management, learning and development. Oversee's the HR team and be responsible for leading, assessing, mentoring and supporting team members to ensure daily HR operations are handled timely and appropriately.

Managed daily operations of HR and payroll professionals. A member of the executive team and liaison to outside counsel responsible for defending legal issues. Supervised partner relationships with multiple entities and individual brands representing several pertinent industries to include hospitality, restaurant, retail, wholesale, vacation rentals, lifestyle brands, hotels, real estate management and apparel. Developed strategies for effect labor relations, policy creation and implementation, media objectives, staff restructure and organizational downsizing.  Created new training materials including developing new policies and procedures specific to each company entity. Streamlined processes to achieve successful leadership development and work performance for all employees. Successfully transformed company into performance-based workforce implementing best practices and corporate values established by senior leadership.

Assisted the CEO/CFO in creating strategies and solutions to implement effective project management and open communication methods with staff of various departments. Developed HR solutions to instill positive work environment and welcome employee engagement. Collaborated with management executives to find tactical methods to obtain operational goals and support company initiatives.  Establish pertinent technical, sales, and executive level positions resulting in a impressive talent pipeline generating new business growth. Reduced recruiting costs by 65% by training human resource staff to perform internal recruiting activities instead of acquiring services from an external recruiting agencies. Implemented revisions of outdated employee handbook developing 15 HR policies and procedures

Managed all staffing issues including recruitment, staff development and new hire trainings. Oversaw contract compliance for new hires, credentialing and reference verification. Ensured compliance of Federal and State law applicable to recruitment and contractual guidelines with HRA. Successfully implemented completion of Barrow Neurological Promotions and Tenure Policy. Strategically streamlined hiring process for job fairs. Instituted employee performance measuring system resulting in an increase of efficiency during assessment times. Ensured legal compliance of Licensure and Certification program.

• Assisted in creation and training curriculum and course material for senior management, middle management and front-line teams. Topics included: train the trainer, 360 Performance Evaluation, Leadership, Conflict Management, Customer Service, Recognition, Safety and Employment law workshops.• HR Responsibilities for 200+ employees.• Assisted in building a cooperative and productive team of full time, part-time and contractors for each entity under the Civica Development Umbrella.• Evaluated and revised existing Personnel Departmental processes and procedures resulting in the development of an effective Human Resources/Employee Services Department.• Instituted a variety of recruitment programs and strategies to diversity and improve workforce.