Retained to provide cutting-edge strategy, research, guidance and leadership on HR operational projects specifically designed to promote innovative solutions to critical organizational challenges. Developed and delivered technical prescriptive consultative services and support for global start-up and Fortune 500 companies in diverse industries in HR strategy and operations guidance.

Led Human Resources Technology in San Francisco and Atlanta. This includes Talent Acquisition, Learning and Development, and HR Business Partner. Transformed the Technology organization, work environment, HR model, and rejuvenated the culture. Provided overall leadership and guidance to the HR teams overseeing talent acquisition, career development, succession planning, retention, training, leadership development. Functioned as a strategic business partner to the executives and senior management teams regarding key organizational and management priorities.

Added value in developing a corporate HR business strategy and establishing a three-year strategic departmental agenda and plan.Advised members of the executive team on organizational design, change management and aligning the workforce with company objectives.Guided the development and implementation of employee-related programs and processes that supported business requirements of Williams-Sonoma, Inc..Led, managed, coached and developed the HR team for continued and increased contributions for the organization.As a member of the HR Leadership team, I focused on the company's human capital and how to best leverage those resources in building a culture of success and reinforcing the attractiveness of Williams-Sonoma, Inc. as an employer of choice.Led the organization in implementing change by coaching executives and managers on utilizing the most effective communication methods to promote change.