If you’ve landed here, you are obviously curious about who I am.I've enjoyed driving success and fostering engagement across a variety of industries. I am in my element in fast-paced, dynamic environments.Mindfully Strategic: Being resourceful and crafting creative solutions to boost employee engagement, retention, and overall business success have always driven me.Jill of All Trades: With experience in manufacturing, distribution, financial services, banking, hospitality, call centers, big box retail, and transportation, I like to say I've seen it all and have survived to tell the tales.Leadership Style: I believe in candor, transparency, communication, humor, and, of course, kindness to spice up associate and customer relationships. I subscribe to servant leadership for myself and look for it in others.HR Expertise: I am a true HR Generalist with a special love for Talent Acquisition and Performance Management (Employee Relations) plus a weird obsession with employment law.In addition to practicing HR, I teach it to others!Educational Innovation: I developed Open Education Resources (OER) versions of several classes at two universities before it was cool. I currently serve as an HR subject-matter expert in course development and teaching techniques. I love AI and the chase to keep up-to-date.Passionate Educator: I’m dedicated to supporting adult learners, FirstGen students, active military, veterans, and at-risk populations. I like to make a difference by creating an inclusive and engaging learning environment.When I’m not in the office or classroom, you’ll find me hanging out with my Basset Hound, clocking the slowest miles ever on my runs, and getting lost in both audiobooks and physical books.** I am all about meaningful connections, so feel free to reach out—but please, no sales pitches