Align people & culture strategies with key business goals as a key member of the Executive Committee.• Champion a positive work culture, fostering inclusion and engagement to support the company's "No Judgments" culture.• Drive change management initiatives, optimize organizational structure, and implement strategic succession planning to cultivate a high-performance culture and nurture the next generation of leaders.• Lead total rewards, including introducing innovative solutions that improve team member experience and retention.• Design and implement performance management systems, including goal setting, performance evaluations, and employee development plans.• Ensure effective communication and address employee concerns through open-door policies and conflict resolution.• Develop and analyze HR metrics and data to measure the effectiveness of HR programs and initiatives, identify trends, and make data-driven recommendations for continuous improvement.

New York University (NYU) - Technology Team Leadership for MS in Management & Systems; STEM Graduate Degree. • Engage students with insightful and compelling classroom discussion of topics relevant to coursework to boost student learning and retention.• Create and implement course agendas, lesson plans and activities to successfully meet course objectives.• Develop instructional design and delivery of master’s degree level (for credit) leadership coursework.• Consistently achieve high ratings from student feedback.Previously Taught several adult classes, including True Leadership, Decisions, Dynamics, and Leadership Styles, Talent Acquisition, Talent Assessment, Human Resources Practices & Techniques, and Transitioning to LeadershipDean's Commitee (2014-2018): Proudly served on the NYU SPS Dean's Adjunct Advisory Committee (2014-2018). The members of this committee infused programs with their professional responses to new trends in the workplace.

• Lead blog strategy for New York City SHRM's marketing and communications Special Interest Group (SIG) to increase brand visibility and member engagement.• Collaborate with sponsors and members on developing content that communicates valuable thought leadership for current and prospective members.• Implement best practices to optimize blog performance and drive traffic to the website.

SHRM Board Member (WHRMA Chapter); Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.

Senior Director of Human Resources for National Risk Control, as well as the Northeast Region for Gallagher Global Brokerage, which is the retail property/casualty insurance brokerage division of Gallagher. • Led a team of 9, including HR Business Partners, Talent Acquisition Professionals, and HR Coordinators who provide a full array of HR services to over 3,000 employees.• Provided coaching and best practices in building teams, improving teamwork and collaboration, and sustaining team performance for top and bottom-line growth and best-in-class continuous improvement.• Developed and implemented human capital plans to support business growth strategies, including structure, staffing, talent development and deployment.• Leader for HR on the M&A Due Diligence & Integration Team - Successfully closed over 30 transactions and integrated new merger partners. On-boarded over 1,500 employees, increasing revenue collectively by over $600 Million. Co-created the playbook of best practices for mergers and acquisitions from a talent perspective. • Honored as recipient of the 2017 Wachs Memorial Award. The Wachs Award is given annually for outstanding service and superior contribution to the sales effort.• Earned insurance designation; Commercial Lines Coverage Specialist (CLCS).

• Reporting to Chief Executive Officer, managed all human resources activities. Prepared and controlled multiple department budgets as well as combined corporate payroll and human resources management budget in excess of $40 million annually.• Served on Board of Directors for CIFG Assurance North America and on Compliance Committee for Corporate Governance.• Developed internal salary broadband model for internal equity and worked with senior management and advisors to adjust compensation based on appropriate benchmarks.• Researched and selected benefit programs for maximum efficiency and cost control including Medical Plan, Dental Plan, Vision Plan, 401(k) & Match, Flexible Spending Accounts & Commuter Benefits, Direct Deposit, and COBRA Administration.• Directed all payroll activities including salary increases, bonuses, benefits, federal and state employee tax reporting utilizing a comprehensive HRIS program.• Streamlined recruiting process to maintain high service levels with reduced costs, and successfully negotiated significant employment offers resulting in placement of key candidates for both Domestic and International Locations.

• Planned conferences and events including rooming, database management, pre-conference and on-site support.• Designed brochures, audio visual management, contracts, and budget planning and expense control.

• Reporting to the CEO, provided human resources and office management support.• Managed employee morale during company liquidation.