Providing project management support for healthcare and technology startups, with a particular focus on project management support related to U.S. Air Force Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program grants.

Partnering with IT, HRIS, and a large network of internal HR change champions to implement Workday Human Capital Management system across 32 countries. Participated in the HRIS platform selection process identifying Workday as the preferred solution. Project modules included HCM, Benefits, Compensation, Recruitment, Payroll and ~30 integrations. Saw the project through post-go-live stabilization.

Responsible for implementing key operational strategies to drive the overall effectiveness of the talent acquisition function at Gilead Sciences. Delivered a number of quick fixes as well as large-scale programs, including the project management of the Avature Applicant Tracking System (ATS) and Candidate Relationship Management (CRM) implementations. Managed a team of staffing coordinators and relocation specialists. Gilead Sciences is a biopharmaceutical company that discovers… Show more Responsible for implementing key operational strategies to drive the overall effectiveness of the talent acquisition function at Gilead Sciences. Delivered a number of quick fixes as well as large-scale programs, including the project management of the Avature Applicant Tracking System (ATS) and Candidate Relationship Management (CRM) implementations. Managed a team of staffing coordinators and relocation specialists. Gilead Sciences is a biopharmaceutical company that discovers, develops, and commercializes innovative therapeutics in areas of unmet medical need. The company's mission is to advance the care of patients suffering from life-threatening diseases worldwide. Show less

Accountable for leading the regional talent acquisition function encompassing North and Latin American countries as part of a global resourcing network: managing staff of up to 35, thought leadership, P&L responsibility and recruitment projects. Region consistently exceeded Service Level Agreement targets set for recruitment service delivery. Member of the HR senior management leadership team accountable for setting the regional strategic HR agenda and policies. Co-creator of global talent… Show more Accountable for leading the regional talent acquisition function encompassing North and Latin American countries as part of a global resourcing network: managing staff of up to 35, thought leadership, P&L responsibility and recruitment projects. Region consistently exceeded Service Level Agreement targets set for recruitment service delivery. Member of the HR senior management leadership team accountable for setting the regional strategic HR agenda and policies. Co-creator of global talent acquisition strategy reporting directly to the Global Director of Recruitment. Provided market-specific input for the global talent planning and people demand supply processes. Accountable for personally hiring for selected key roles and managing agency partnerships. Demonstrated success in co-creating and translating global recruitment strategy into execution that makes a significant positive business impact. Global project manager driving selection quality focus within Nokia. Introduced a renewed approach to behavioral interviewing, which was adopted globally. Implemented a new Applicant Tracking System (ATS) and aligned recruitment processes accordingly. Show less

Leading the Resourcing and Talent function in the U.S. and Canada: talent acquisition, talent management, managing relocation and immigration services, employee engagement, university relations, employer branding, outplacement services and workforce planning. Global project manager responsibility for the creation of a new talent sourcing model. Implemented a Recruiting Marketing Platform to augment the global Nokia Career site by providing search engine optimization for U.S. jobs and building… Show more Leading the Resourcing and Talent function in the U.S. and Canada: talent acquisition, talent management, managing relocation and immigration services, employee engagement, university relations, employer branding, outplacement services and workforce planning. Global project manager responsibility for the creation of a new talent sourcing model. Implemented a Recruiting Marketing Platform to augment the global Nokia Career site by providing search engine optimization for U.S. jobs and building the first company talent community. Key accomplishments include winning “best in class” awards such as #4 placement on the Best Companies to Work for in New York and making the Diversity Employer’s Top 100 Employers list, increasing positive media coverage as an employer of choice, harmonizing recruitment processes across geography and setting up a centralized resourcing coordination model. Show less

Scope increased from previous role to include Latin America.

Implemented global HRD services (training, coaching, mentoring, leadership development, talent management and employee engagement programs) as well as provided professional expertise related to learning solutions and technologies in response to key strategic area specific HRD needs, such as M&A integration support. Led and coached the regional Learning & Development service delivery organization responsible for area level planning, implementation and evaluation of HRD services.

Leader of a regional learning delivery organization responsible for demand planning and the implementation and evaluation of both global programs and local solutions. Financial (fixed and variable costs) and operational responsibility of learning solution deliveries in North America. People management in a remote team set-up. Promotion of Learning Center services in the North America area and networking with key counterparts in Nokia: Operational HR and Business HRD and global competency… Show more Leader of a regional learning delivery organization responsible for demand planning and the implementation and evaluation of both global programs and local solutions. Financial (fixed and variable costs) and operational responsibility of learning solution deliveries in North America. People management in a remote team set-up. Promotion of Learning Center services in the North America area and networking with key counterparts in Nokia: Operational HR and Business HRD and global competency clusters. Facilitation of discussion on area specific competence development needs. Participation in global Learning Center Network strategy planning and contribution to the ongoing development of Nokia learning processes, tools and overall HRD capabilities.Local vendor management and contract administration.Implemented a third party training administration model. Senior consulting support for regional HR and business management team as a general HRD resource for the region drawing from extensive experience encompassing the development, management and implementation of training programs and learning technologies. Show less

Consulted regional HR and business management teams on strategic competence development needs. Group manager of both technical and non-technical Learning Solution Consultants. Actively participated in global initiatives to align the regional competence development model to support the delivery of global learning solutions and secure management buy-in. Sourced vendors and tailored learning solutions using blended learning methods. Special global project for Nokia Strategic Marketing in… Show more Consulted regional HR and business management teams on strategic competence development needs. Group manager of both technical and non-technical Learning Solution Consultants. Actively participated in global initiatives to align the regional competence development model to support the delivery of global learning solutions and secure management buy-in. Sourced vendors and tailored learning solutions using blended learning methods. Special global project for Nokia Strategic Marketing in 2004-2006: HR Program Manager of Nokia Brand Culture Development Program (a global nomination program in the Nokia Management and Leadership Development Portfolio) with overall responsibility for instructional design, learning outcomes, vendor management and relationship management with key senior management stakeholders. Project Manager of a global Learning Solution Management system implementation project for North America (2001-2002). Show less

Designed and implemented a global application security concept for Nokia's SAP R/3 HR system. Worked with all HR functions to translate processes into system requirements and address local compliance issues. Managed a global project team consisting of external consultants and inhouse team members and coordinated activities with other global project leads.

Technical documentation of information systems and applications used in the cellular phone production environment and web site design for the Nokia IT Intranet. Evaluated and piloted software tools according to business process requirements. Provided internal training on best practices and SAP enterprise software.