Pre-Opening and Opening of Hotel 850 and San Vicente Bungalows in all aspects of Human Resources which included (Recruitment, Orientation and Onboarding, Training and Development, Compensation and Benefits, Employee Relations, Compliance and adherence to labor laws and maintaining records, Policy Development, Health and Safety, Benefits Administration, Employee Engagement, Offboarding, etc...)

Responsible for strategic planning, employee coaching and engagement, recruitment and retention, talent management, succession planning, legal compliance, labor relations, compensation strategy and benefits administration in a luxury hospitality environment.

• Oversee all aspects of the human resource function for the Portofino Hotel (employee relations; learning and organizational development; labor relations; compensation; talent management; performance management; conflict resolution; workers comp; and payroll)• Support and assist in driving the success of all business units (Hotel, Marina, & Apartments) as a member of the 6 person executive team• Support 200+ full time, part time, and temporary staff• Lead leadership retreats, annual employee events, recognition events, and training and development programs• Lead efforts to keep property third party free while partnering with Corporate Representatives and Legal Counsel• Streamlined the recruitment process to include standard forms, SOPs, and a refined expedited interview and on boarding process• Oversee the Performance Appraisal, Incentive Plans, and Merit processes• Implemented mentoring program to assist with creating “Bench Strength” for future openings

• Successfully assisted with the transition from a Joie de Vivre property• Managed all aspects of the human resources functions in a union environment (employee relations; learning and organizational development; labor relations; compensation; talent management; performance management; conflict resolution; and payroll)• Created and managed employee recognition events• Assisted with the beginning of the collective bargaining agreement (CBA) negotiations with assistance of General Counsel• Led the company-wide, annual Performance Planning and Review Process• Selected and implemented new HRIS and payroll system• Helped manage SALT (satisfaction and Loyalty Tracking program)

• Developed and managed all aspects of the recruitment process for the newly established boutique hotel• Partnered with Training Manager to development and implement programs (new hire checklist & dept. specific training programs)• Directed and managed the Employee Referral Program and New Hire Orientation Program (2 day in-depth program)• Partnered with training division of parent company to provide more in depth Leadership Development Training Program (LDP) for managers and directors• Oversaw the company-wide annual Performance Review Process• Transitioned from ADP to SAP payroll and HRIS programs• Partnered with Human Resources Director to manage and administer corporate and retail compensation programs• Developed and implemented the Hotel Awards - An annual awards program that recognized top performers for their contribution to Hotel’s success• Managed 5 employees (Recruiter, HR Department Assistant, Payroll Administrator and Intern)

Responsible for the management of employment related functions for hotel. Supported the Human Resources with the direction of all aspects of the Human Resources Administration including recruitment and retention, employee relations, communication, career development and compensation. • Helped develop and implement comprehensive recruitment and retention strategies• Liase with Irvine Company Director Recruitment in processing and tracking of candidate• Maintain the Corporate Job Description database• Facilitate new-hire orientation and on-boarding process• Provide support for BBI systems, administration and training for all users• Manage the financial issues for the HR budget including benefits, labor & salary reports and plan cost effective events within the HR budget guidelines• Ensure compliance and alignment of all HR practices and HR databases with corporate policies and procedures, ethical practices, and legislative guidelines

LAX Marriott - Payroll Specialist (1998 - 2000)Marina Del Rey Marriott - HR Generalist and WSE Instructor (2000 - 2004)Manhattan Beach Marriott - Human Resources Generalist / Engineering Supervisor (2004 - 2006)