20+ year Senior Int'l Human Resources Executive that develops and provides strategic and progressive labor & employee relations, knowledge transfer, change management and human resources capital initiatives for various industries. A creative thought leader which provides effective advice, guidance and direction to create innovative thinking for enhanced employee development and engagement. A politically savvy senior advisor who sees the "big picture" and provides organizational strategy and direction to align with the Company's objectives. Strong strategic HR business partner to professionals, executives, senior management, corporate boards and overall workforce. Leveraging years of strategic and tactical HR experience. Continues to work in various countries with businesses and industries to provide leadership and support to Int'l organizations in operational excellence.Author of the award winning empowering book, "Corporate Coffee: Success Never Tasted So Good." Her story of empowerment and experiences in becoming the first and only African American to achieve the C-Suite and position of Senior VP for AB Volvo. This book is inspirational and offers helpful tools for others to use in their daily lives.Holds a seat on board for the Euro-American Woman’s Council (EWAC), whose mission is to strengthen the status of women around the world. Recognized in 2010 by the United States House of Representatives and inducted into the Congressional Record for her outstanding work in global business, community service and her affiliations with powerful International Women’s Organizations. She is also the recipient of the North American Leadership Award from the World IGBO Congress of Nigeria, Africa and awarded an honorary doctorate.Specialties: Global HR, Int'l Speaking, Coaching, Women's Issues, Labor Negotiations, M&A, Employee Relations and Engagement, Work-life Balance, Int'l Employment Law, Comp and Ben, Cultural Diversity, Organizational Effectiveness.