• Develop and lead HR strategy and HR team, enhancing culture and talent retention for 200 employees/interns.• Transformed HR to a People and Culture department positioned as a true business partner to the organization.• Implemented cost-saving HR tech transition, improving efficiency.• Advise CEO and executive team on strategic HR decisions, fostering organizational growth.• Developed inclusive workplace policies, promoting diversity and equity.• Lead the overall people and culture functions and teams including long-range strategic planning in all areas of HR including diversity, equity, accessibility, inclusion, and belonging.• Introduced organization’s first staff engagement survey with high participation rate; created action planning teams to utilize insights to drive continuous improvement.• Manage and direct internal organizational communications.• Monitor union labor relations to ensure compliance with laws and regulations.• Lead complex employee relations matters, ensuring compliance and mitigating organizational risk.• Provide regular HR updates at board meetings.• In collaboration with the CFO, plan short- and long-range financial projections and create operational budgets.• Oversee IT infrastructure upgrades; lead an ERP implementation to improve Museum operations.• Lead the facilities, security and technology & data leaders and teams ensuring seamless integration of physical infrastructure, security protocols, and technological resources.• Committee member of a compensation survey and pay equity project for the New Jersey arts community focused on enhancing pay transparency.• Member of Newark Anchor Collaborative – Racial Equity Workshop – A unique learning community of executive leaders in institutions advancing a shared commitment to equitable growth in Newark with an emphasis on racial equity.

Interim Executive HR leader serving on the Cabinet (executive team) of a $18 million, 100 employee community based nonprofit organization supporting schools.• Developed and lead implementation of an HR strategy, enhancing leadership and culture alignment.• Advised executives on HR priorities, fostering organizational growth.• Led HR team in talent planning, improving retention and diversity.• Developed HR policies ensuring legal compliance and DEIB alignment.• Chaired committees, influencing compensation and wellness initiatives.• Partnered with legal counsel to manage complex employee relations matters, ensuring compliance, and mitigating organizational risk.• Provide regular HR updates at board meetings.• Oversee technology services, administration, facilities, and all real estate matters.

Senior leader of $30M, 100+ employee nonprofit publishing and services organization. • Led HR and operations leaders and teams, enhancing strategic alignment and talent retention.• Transformed HR into strategic partner, boosting engagement and aligning with core competencies.• Collaborated with CFO to align budgets with organizational goals, ensuring resource optimization.• Appointed by board as Interim GM/CEO, managed full strategy and operations for six months, driving growth.• Led Implementation of an ERP system, ensuring training and transition, improving operational efficiency.• Led the administration of talent review process including succession planning and leadership development. • Built talent acquisition strategies to support diverse representation across the organization.• Oversaw strategic realignment of business continuity during pandemic and planning for safe reentry to workplace.• Successfully led voluntary retirement program • Facilitated all legal matters, partnering with general and employment counsel as needed; led contract reviews, and vendor relations.• Led facilities and technology leaders and teams, monitoring building and real estate matters including overseeing a construction project.• Serve as staff liaison to Board committees including Internal Audit, Compensation, and Retirement.

Interim general manager/chief executive for national nonprofit - Act as chief communicator to multiple boards regarding finances, publishing, operations, services (in addition to existing department oversight); provided overall oversight of planning and preparation of the organization's annual conference; oversight of, including the change management, training and communications for creation of a new member service department; ensured a safe and productive work environment for employees

HR Leader and strategic business partner for global automotive services and technology provider. HR leader, strategic business partner, and member of leadership team in the Eastern Region, supporting 650 employees across multiple locations. • Led HR team and other HR business partners in the alignment of HR strategies with business goals,• Provide coaching to General Managers and leaders, enhancing leadership effectiveness.• Facilitated in-house training, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.• Improve employee engagement implementing targeted action plans based on survey insights.• Led talent assessments and succession planning initiatives, identifying, and nurturing high-potential talent for key roles and retaining high performers.• Partner with the HR CoEs to develop and implement specific strategic priorities to meet the needs of the HR function and organization. • Ensure legal compliance.• Certified Civil Treatment for Leaders facilitator, training Cox leadership across US in creating civil workplaces.

HR professional supporting HR operations for 1,000+ employees• Integral in enhancing talent management and recruitment processes.• Designed and implemented training on generational diversity, improving cross-generational collaboration.• Led change management, boosting employee engagement. • Identified trends in employee relations, training managers for better conflict resolution.• Conducted exit interviews to address turnover causes, improving retention strategies.

National nonprofit providing housing and employment supports to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, 5,000 employees.Associate Executive Director (11/12 – 05/13)• Managed $4M budget for 19 homes within a NJ county, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency.• Led a team of 185, fostering a collaborative environment to enhance service quality.• Developed strategic plans that improved organizational effectiveness and staff development.• Strengthened Board relations through effective communication and transparent reporting.Senior Human Resources Business Partner (10/09 – 11/12)• Supported 1,200 employees across NJ, CT, PA, CT as strategic HR business partner.• Enhanced organizational culture and ensured legal compliance.• Managed HRIS as Master Administrator for corporate efficiency.• Collaborated with executives to optimize staffing solutions.• Achieved measurable improvements in employee engagement..

Nonprofit organization that funds cardiovascular research and educates consumers on healthy living; 2,900 employees. Regional Director • Led regional fundraising, achieving significant growth, and fostering strong community partnerships.

Multinational financial services company. Assistant Vice President / Branch Manager • Directed strategic planning for 2nd largest regional branch in NJ, achieving measurable growth.• Managed P&L and operations, enhancing branch performance and profitability.• Led a team of 14, fostering development and motivation for improved results.• Retained and expanded business portfolios, boosting client satisfaction and retention.• Licensed to sell diverse financial products, enhancing service offerings.