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Alpharetta, Georgia, United States

Responsible for developing and implementing targeted organizational effectiveness strategies to support the organization’s global growth trajectory that drives performance and transformation. These strategies include high-level, complex projects and global initiatives such as: leadership development strategy design, plan and execution; establish organization change management strategies and resources to support business leaders in achieving functional goals; and develop OD services and capability to support global talent management and learning strategies.

Greater Atlanta Area

Parallel is a leading, global company that is pioneering well-being to improve the quality of life for humanity through the benefits of cannabinoids. As an HR Consultant/Contractor I'm managing various projects for HR, Legal and Compliance. Providing advice and recommendations for resolution and leading the implementation. In the Director of Human Resources position I managed the HR Support Service Center while acting as the HR Business Partner to the Executive Team. Led workforce planning necessary to facilitate rapid business growth, crafting the employee experience, and ensuring alignment with the customer journey.• Reorganized the regional HR team into the HR Support Service Center supporting employee life-cycle administration including on and off boarding, employee relations, maintenance of employee records and answering general HR questions while providing consistent, high quality customer care and service excellence.• Implemented HR Support processes and procedures• Project managed the complete redesign of the employee handbook after acquisitions, reviewed and merged applicable policies, created a state supplement• Created an Executive On-boarding program designed to help new executives assimilate and immerse themselves in the company and the industry. • Analyzed the Retail workforce to create a standardized staffing model that could be applied to all locations and tweaked based on the size, revenue, location, or any special skills required.• Led a process improvement workshop with HR Support, Recruiting and key managers to create a streamlined new hire process and checklist.• Advised designated leaders on performance counseling and discipline procedures; consult on suspension or termination of employment actions; provide information on RIF processes and severance.

Atlanta, Georgia

HR Business Partner/Consultant that determines the people strategies to support and grow a $6.5B information technology company that provides omni-channel solutions for the financial, retail and hospitality industry segments. Works closely with business leaders and HR leadership in delivering a comprehensive HR service that will actively drive continuous improvement across the business. Achieved strategic and operational objectives, supporting the business on effective development and deployment of resources and talent.

Duluth, Georgia

Provided HR for 150 employees in 5 states, managed 2 employees. Developed and maintained all HR policies and procedures, including benefits, employee relations and development, recruiting, and HRIS. Assessed, selected, and implemented new HRIS and time tracking system, allowing employees more self-service while providing organization with more reporting functionality. Implemented effective screening and recruitment strategies and planned and administered RIFs, facilitating more effective workforce utilization.

Alpharetta, Georgia

Merchandising company that works exclusively in The Home Depot, over 250+ field employees across the US. including Canada. Leveraged best practices and identified areas of improvement/efficiencies by analyzing and interpreting business needs to make program improvement recommendations. Conducted needs assessment for determining training program development, managed administration, participation and budget. Developed “Career Corner” page on intranet for employees providing career path information as well as open positions. Refined Leadership objectives for CEO and management training.

Norcross, Georgia

World's largest independent distributor of copier/printer technologies, on site facility management, and document services. Responsible for HR Administration of 400+ Atlanta area field service employees. Conducted management and employee development training including new hire orientation. Managed the consolidation of the Dayton office with Cincinnati and coordinated the transition and move of the Cincinnati team to a new location.

Dayton, Ohio Area

Nation’s largest supplier of in-store assembly, repair, merchandising and installation services. Provided HR support for 4000+ field employees across the US. Handled employee relations issues, coordinated responses to EEOC/DOL claims. Participated and led employee engagement activities through the Have Some Fun Committee and Project Outreach. Administered COBRA, FMLA, 401K, STD/LTD, Pension, Life and AD&D, insurance bills.

Monroe, Ohio

Specializing in compounding, the design, development, extrusion and finishing of PVC systems and profiles for the construction industry. Responsible for 350+ office and manufacturing employees. Responsible for HR policies and procedures for 350+ office and manufacturing employees. Conducted orientation including new hire-paperwork, policies, procedures, insurance, 401(K), training. Analyzed and balanced the HR Department budget monthly. Completed wage surveys for hourly/salary positions through Employers Resource Association. Processed medical, workers compensation and life insurance claims and billing.

Ba, Psychology

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