Accomplished in integrating HR into the overall corporate operating strategy with proven abilities in departmental start-up and administration, as well as driving out costs, overhead, risk, and grievances/litigation, while supporting organizational development and growth through talent and performance management, employee relations and succession planning. Integrate benefits and compensation plans into business operating strategies; make substantial contributions to the bottom line by reducing labor costs, budgets and operations and fostering effective employee relations. Skilled in the design and implementation of training, coaching and performance management programs to meet the changing needs of the company and marketplace, as well as to increase employee morale/motivation, productivity, cultural awareness and employee skill sets. Ability to interface with professionals of diverse backgrounds and embrace cultural diversity.