Individual, couple and family therapist

Develop and deliver customizable workshops and seminars on topics including diversity, leadership, customer service, team building, employment law, communication skills, change management, building positive workplace cultures, union avoidance, recognition and motivationPartner with clients conducting needs assessments, providing strategic planning, establishing priorities, and developing action plansAssist in strategic planning, human capital development including policy and procedure developmentCoaching and development of business executives and professionals

Managed and developed 19 HR team members across the US and Mexico to support plant business objectives and improve workplace culture, employee engagement and retention.Designed a total talent management strategy plan that included guiding leadership through an organization talent review and succession process that identified talent gaps and resulted in a talent map with identified internal bench of top talent and talent development plan. Created branding and sourcing strategies that allowed for a move from vendor based to in-house recruiting saving the company over $500,000 in recruiting costs in first year and reduced time to fill by over 60 days creating an ongoing talent pipeline.Training and Development leader including managing the assessment of organizational needs and the design, implementation and evaluation of programs that facilitate the professional development, coaching, and continuous learning of team members, particularly leaders and high potentials. Managed the redesign and execution of the performance management system, including job descriptions, standards of performance and performance evaluation tools and processes. Led the design, implementation, and ongoing evaluation of the organization's compensation programs and structures to align and maintain market competitiveness.For over 9 months led HR department in 350-person plant during period of transition and development of new HR team while maintaining corporate level responsibilities.Regularly traveled to all locations to support HR team and company initiatives.

Created and oversaw first HR and Safety department in company history with direct report to Owners. Spearheaded the development, communication and implementation of effective growth strategies. Increased company sales growth by 72% within first two years.Led management team in developing and implementing plans for the operational infrastructure of systems, processes, and personnel designed to accommodate the rapid growth of our organization.Developed strategies to ensure that Company initiatives and programs reinforce the company’s culture and values while building upon and honoring previous success.Reworked organizational leadership structure to solidify operational infrastructure and succession planning. Developed plans to modernize and maximize talent acquisition, talent management, and organizational development programs. Designed and implemented Company’s first performance review and onboarding process to provide ongoing feedback to employees and increase the speed of employee effectiveness within the organization.Negotiated Company benefits including lowering overall benefit costs while improving plan designs. Changed vendors to increase strength of our business partners in support of business objectives.Successfully reduced production lead times from 52 weeks to 12 weeks within 2 years.Supervised Accounting, Marketing, and IT activities and staff while providing day-to-day direction and support for Operations.Secured $1.9 million Jobs Ohio loan and helped coordinate the build of a new 68,000 square foot building for our Trailer and Body division.Initiated a BWC payroll audit that provided the company a $26,000 refund and a substantial ongoing residual savings year over year.Obtained a $40,000 BWC Grant to assist in purchase cranes for operation.

Partnered with organizational leaders to create human resource planning models that identified competency, knowledge and talent gaps and developed specific programs for filling gaps through external talent acquisition or internal talent development. Led and trained operation division leaders in strategic planning process and developed in collaboration one, three, and five year strategic initiatives for each division.Oversaw four performance management systems for the 10,000 school employees including both union and non-union employees. Led and developed in collaboration the first educator and administrator pay-for-performance management evaluation systems.Led and developed in collaboration professional learning communities for operation’s divisions to support job-embedded learning to drive results. Led all training activities to create effective professional learning communities for the 6,000 operation’s employees.Partnered with district leaders to lead all recruiting searches for Manager and above openings.

Planned and directed HR efforts, including long-term strategy, compensation, recruitment, performance management, benefits, employee relations, training and labor law compliance.Collaboratively led successful transition from public to private organization and acquisition by Redcats to ensure ongoing continuity and culture stability.Led and developed talent acquisition, talent management, and organizational development programs. Coordinated and executed the operational and strategic implementation of major organization development initiatives including performance assessment, 360 feedback, succession planning, management coaching, change management, leadership training, and performance management strategy. Partnered with Executives to develop high potentials to secure a pipeline of future company leaders. Identified short/long term skill gaps and managed development investments to close gaps, accelerate internal development, retain high performers and ensure development of emerging talent. Designed, delivered and sponsored learning and development initiatives, including supervisory and management development programs, mentoring, internships, and job rotation in order to increase employee engagement and retention of key talent. Designed, directed and implemented effective safety programs. Monitored distribution center processes for adherence to OSHA guidelines by overseeing inspections, recommending and assisting in corrective measures. Successfully navigated two, week-long OSHA audits with minimal to no impact to Company.

Adjunct Professor in the Business Management Program

Individual, Couple, Family, and Group Counseling

Direct report to OwnerOversee Ohio operations Manage development and attainment of new businessNegotiate terms of new business and re-negotiate terms of existing business contractsProvide human resource and training consulting to clients and prospective clients

Manage 6 divisions and staff of 18Provide strategic business planning to ensure success of divisionsDevelop and maintain budget for divisionsDevelop and maintain excellent client relations while promoting and developing new business opportunitiesNegotiate terms of new business and re-negotiate terms of existing business contractsTrain, motivate, and develop team while setting standards and competencies for performance and behavior

Direct report to PresidentPlan and direct HR efforts, including long-term strategy, compensation, recruitment, performance management, benefits, employee relations, training and labor law compliance.Develop plans to modernize and maximize talent acquisition, talent management, and organizational development programs. Coordinate and execute the operational and strategic implementation of major organization development. Identify short/long term skill gaps and manage development investments to close gaps, accelerate internal development, retain high performers and ensure development of emerging talent. Design, deliver and sponsor a variety of learning and development initiatives, including supervisory and management development programs, mentoring, internships, and job rotation in order to increase employee engagement and retention of key talent. Design, direct and implement effective safety programs. Monitor processes for adherence to OSHA guidelines by overseeing inspections, recommending and assisting in corrective measures.