Human Resources Professional with SPHR certification and over 20 years of progressive comprehensive human resources experience including recruitment and retention, conflict resolution, labor relations, change management, M&A and payroll and benefits administration. Proven experience collaborating with senior management to conduct Human Resources strategic planning in order to support and further corporate goals. Possess broad knowledge of human resources in a variety of sectors including union and non-union environments and Fortune 500 companies with a large number of exempt/non-exempt employees. Demonstrated experience initiating cost containment strategies resulting in significant savings. Excellent ability to address and implement strategic plans for talent acquisition, retention and succession planning. Proven skills in labor and employment law including complaint investigation to thwart legal action.Among my accomplishments, I have • Introduced outstanding benefits and compensation programs that support organizational goals. • Developed a successful Orientation, Mentor and Internship Program• Successfully recruited high-caliber candidates for positions at all levels in the organization. • Improved staff performance through the implementation of a full range of training and development programs. • Initiated performance-driven management processes for all levels of staff.