Neighborcare Health is one of the largest providers of primary medical, dental, and behavioral health care services in the Seattle area.

Elevate Outdoor Collective (formerly K2 Sports) is an international portfolio of 15 world renowned brands and over 40 consumer product categories. Driven by innovation and a passion for the sports enthusiast looking for unique and authentic lifestyle experiences, we market snowboards, snowshoes, in-line skates, alpine, telemark and Nordic ski equipment, apparel and accessories. K2 Sports is what happens when fun meets science and technology.

Born in Australia, F45 Training is a global fitness community specializing in innovative, high-intensity group workouts that are fast, fun, and results-driven. F45 workouts combine elements of high- intensity interval training (HIIT), circuit training, and functional training.

Head up the HR/People & Culture function to ensure that every team member is supported, inspired and encouraged to do their best work- while having fun! Drive strategic efforts as it relates to talent acquisition/management/retention, compensation & benefits, professional development and training. Mission focused in reinforcing BRCC’S principles, values, vision, mission, and company culture.(And I get to bring my dog Abby to work with me, when I do it!)

Trusted advisor to provide guidance and direction in the areas of all employer-employee matters to include recruiting and workforce planning, onboarding, legal compliance, OFCCP/AAP-EEO/EOE, unemployment insurance claims, workers compensation claims, disability compliance/leaves of absence programs, compensation, and 401(k) retirement and employee benefits administration. Privately held company with close to 5,000 employees and a nationwide sales team presence; distribution facilities in WA, OH, TX, NV, MN, FL, NJ , AZ, TN with corporate headquarters in Greater Seattle. Business interests and affiliates in Hong Kong, Honduras, and Canada. Business partner in the development and execution of HR strategies, processes, policies and procedures designed to help shape a high-performance management team and workforce. Key supporter and advocate for ensuring that the SanMar (Core) Family Values are being demonstrated every day, in all that we do. We take care of our employees, so they will take care of our customers. Be nice Do the right thingPassionately serve the customerDeliver qualityInvest in each otherMake a difference

Head of HR, overseeing talent acquisition, talent management, training and development, compensation, employee benefits, performance management, and legal compliance.Served as a subject matter expert and trusted advisor to management on Human Resource related issues. Senior leader responsible for ensuring that HR programs aligned with business objectives, company financial position, short, mid, and long-range plans and the company’s vision, mission and culture.Led project efforts to attract and retain top talent by helping the company to advance their competitive position by performing job evaluations and analysis, market analysis, and variable incentive plans and commission structures appropriate for this line of business.

Head of HR entrusted with driving a positive employee experience. Responsible for the strategic development and management of the global HR team and all HR components across the US and Canada. Initiated knowledge management processes, and partnered with the E-Team to develop the company's strategy, structure and internal processes and procedures in close collaboration with the business development and professional services teams in a manufacturing environment. Performed needs analysis for staffing projections, lead training and leadership development initiatives. Primary ownership for benefits plan design and administration to include 401(k) program. Oversee internal and external wage audits and OFCCP Affirmative Action Plans. Spear headed international bench marking data used to make a meaningful impact on the bottom line in selecting organization wide benefits and compensation philosophies. Performed market pricing, salary surveys, job analysis, salary structure and incentive planning across the company.Developed and managed annual department budgets and performed cost and productivity analysis, and evaluated HR practices and trends to ensure best-in-class HR solutions were applied company wide. Participated in Lean Six Sigma training.Represented the organization at personnel-related hearings and investigations and served as chief union negotiator that analyzed collective bargaining agreements to develop interpretation of intent, spirit, and terms of contract. Led efforts to coach and train leadership and first line supervisors and managers on labor and employee relations topics.Managed international visa application process and Expat program and coordinated programs to achieve organizational diversity goals; EEO/AAP and OFCCP and prepared statistical analysis and trends for benchmark reports used to provide real time insight. Conducted job evaluations and analysis to determine appropriate grade, title, level and FLSA status. OR, Cal/OSHA, FMLA/CFRA.

Managed the HR function and staff as it related to employee and labor relations, and operations issues. Served as subject matter expert in providing guidance and support to staff and management in areas recruiting, compensation and benefits, wage and salary administration, performance management, training and development, compliance audits, and collective bargaining. Partnered with executive leadership and general management in creating annual budgets and monitoring cash flow and P&L; participated in preparing/reviewing bi-monthly payroll, quarterly audits, and reconciling monthly operating statement, and HRIS functions using ADP. Took the lead on outreach opportunities around diversity and inclusion. Led efforts to ensure compliance under OFCCP Affirmative Action Planning/EEO/EOE regulations. Position required strict attention to detail, organization, confidentiality, and extensive knowledge of federal and state employment laws which aided in lowering union/labor relations grievances and ensured hiring compliance.

Successfully headed up HR department from inception for this amazing family owned business. Focus was to deliver outstanding internal customer service and to continually raise the bar on the employee experience! Duties included workforce planning, and strategic management. Effectively resolved differences between management and employees, by facilitating improved communications and interactions between the two which averted unionization efforts. Trusted advisor to employees and leadership on sensitive personnel matters. (Change Management)Developed on-boarding process; standardized materials for recruiting and hiring; conducted employee orientation, performance reviews and pay analysis. Collaborated with management to control costs and systematically address key compliance issues. Responsibility as a senior leader included auditing hiring practices, record keeping, ensuring that policies and practices were compliant as we were a maritime, federally regulated entity. Partnered with managers to advise and guide on employee issues, benefits, salary administration, and workforce planning. Responsible for managing vendor contracts, RFPs, project management, and programs.

Senior leader responsible for the development and oversight of talent management, succession planning and training and development programs for key leaders and the HR team. Served as an employee advocate by building strong, collaborative relationships with employees at all levels while promoting HR initiatives and programs that aligned with corporate goals and values. Oversaw full cycle recruiting, compensation, benefits, retirement planning/profit sharing program, payroll, and state and federally regulated compliance activities. Served as a business partner to provide guidance to managers on employee related issues.Led the effort to create a sound recruitment and selection plan; interpreted and advised on the application of EEO/AA; presented a positive leadership role in the organization; demonstrated strong employee relation skills through conflict management, employee coaching/counseling, and investigation and resolution.Successfully developed and subsequently managed a second stream of revenue for this educational technology company by outsourcing talent under Employee Services and Career Administration that served as a valued temporary staffing and recruiting service. Generated revenues of over $250,000 annually.

Human Resource Manager for Body By Banks Fitness (Host Facilities) at the 2002 Salt Lake City, Winter Olympics. Full service HR role responsible for planning, recruitment, scheduling, contract management, historical background checks, investigations, and new hire orientation and training.