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Connecticut, United States

I work alongside firms to craft human capital strategies, tactics, and metrics firmly rooted in business objectives, all the while nurturing a robust pool of talent for future success.As executive coach, I partner with clients to identify and achieve your goals. Together, we develop a plan to transform your life and create the future you desire.

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Hartford, Connecticut

Hartford, Connecticut Area

Hartford, Connecticut Area

Hartford, Connecticut Area

Provided counsel to the EVP, General Counsel and his senior leadership team on human capital matters (Law, Compliance, Government Affairs & Communication functions). Led the development and execution of talent strategies across all functional segments. In partnership with Centers of Expertise drove the execution of key efforts, including talent management, executive and professional development, recruitment, and succession planning. Areas of Focus: operational efficiency and alignment including organizational design, restructuring, integration, spans and layers, pay for performance, employee engagement and diversity and inclusion practices.

Responsible for the development and execution of the diversity and inclusion strategy for the engineering organization (over 3000 employees). Lead a team of two professionals dedicated to supporting Pratt & Whitney engineering technical talent sourcing and development programs.Develop and implement pipeline strategies aimed at sourcing highly technical college graduates, early career and experienced engineering talent.Drive the continuous improvement and business alignment of the Pratt & Whitney Engineering Fellows Program and the Engineering Development Program.Provide support and counsel to Systems Design & Component Integration, Advanced Engine Programs and Mechanical Disciplines organizational leaders focusing on the execution of talent, engagement, and restructuring activities in support of the achievement of business objectives and goals.

Led staff of 17 professionals dedicated to supporting Pratt & Whitney U.S. Human Resources operations, workforce diversity, and talent acquisition. Restructured the P&W staffing organization (Talent Center) to better align talent acquisition strategies with business needs. Enhanced Intern/Co-op program as primary college hiring pipeline, which resulted in reduced hiring volume by 33%, increased diversity representation and total savings of $3.4 Million (2008). Effectively outsourced administrative and professional recruitment processes while decreasing process escapes and increasing consultative and strategic work. Seven full time equivalents were outsourced with expected savings of over $1 Million (2009).Significantly reduced diversity representation shortfall through the implementation of recruitment, development and retention strategies. Developed and launched Diversity and Inclusion Management training program. Led the development of a new Flexible Work Arrangement website and automated proposal process in support of company wide employee engagement efforts. Eliminated manual tracking and administrative tasks through automation. Recognized with a P&W Human Resources Leadership Award (2007) for Workforce Diversity and Retention efforts.

Marketing focal point for V2500 engine services. Drove market competitiveness through cost reductions, assessments, improvement of pricing strategies, and the development of marketing tools to support sales and market share expansion.

Provided consulting and facilitation services to organizations in support of company-wide employee fulfillment goals.

Performed market analysis for narrow body aircraft segment including market share analysis and competitive data assessment. Analysis used in the development of marketing strategies and forecasting.Managed IAE’s business process improvement initiative, focusing on the improvement, documentation, and communication of key business processes.

Mba, Marketing

Bs, Mechanical Engineering

Activities and Societies: Tau Beta Pi (Engineering National Honor Society)