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San Jose, Ca, Us

Leader Development - Oct 2024 - Present• Lead a team of 10 learning & development professionals focused on building impactful learner journeys and creating simplified leader enablement to create future-ready leaders.• Create learning experiences for leaders to increase confidence in individual AI use and to inspire AI engagement within their teams. Leader Consulting - Feb 2024 - Oct 2024• Led a team of consultants to drive adoption of people leader talent programs at Cisco including leadership development.• Collaborated with HR COEs to provide end-to-end leader support on talent management programs.• Contributed to creating a high-performance work culture through leader coaching and development.

San Jose, Ca, Us

• Led a team of three HR business partners to build HR and business acumen for CX Americas.• Collaborated with stakeholders and HR COEs to implement cross-functional workforce plans for organizational transformation.• Partnered with global stakeholders to establish a DEI council across Customer Experience to drive an aligned strategy with measurable outcomes at scale.

San Jose, Ca, Us

• Partnered with senior leadership in the Finance organization to assess and develop key talent, enhancing succession planning and organizational effectiveness.• Aligned resources strategically to promote collaboration and drive HR projects for process improvement and talent development.• Led the integration of acquired Finance employees, ensuring a smooth transition and increased retention of top talent.• Enhanced inclusion and diversity efforts across the finance organization, aligning with Cisco's strategy.

Charlotte, North Carolina, Us

• Partnered with the Chief Commercial Officer and executive staff globally to drive workforce planning strategies for sales and marketing talent retention.• Reviewed and updated performance metrics to gain insights and develop actionable plans for continuous improvement.

Charlotte, North Carolina, Us

• Led HR function for a site of 575 employees, driving continuous improvements and meeting operational goals.• Partnered with site leadership on a site strategy transformation across multiple sites.• Led a team of HR Generalists and participated in business-wide projects to improve HR processes.

Charlotte, North Carolina, Us

• Partnered with Sr. Director level leaders to develop action plans addressing talent gaps for 400 Security and Technical employees.• Increased talent bench strength through succession planning and employee development initiatives.• Successfully led union contract negotiations in FY 2016 for Honeywell in Kansas City, Missouri.

Charlotte, North Carolina, Us

• Improved staffing processes at Honeywell to enhance talent acquisition efficiency• Assisted in developing affirmative action plans and diversity outreach initiatives• Conducted ROI analysis for university recruiting efforts to optimize outcomes

Charlotte, North Carolina, Us

• Managed grievance processes for two unions in a plant environment, fostering cooperative relations with union leadership.• Collaborated with leaders to drive integrated talent management and promote positive culture change.• Supported performance management initiatives for a client group of 700 employees at Honeywell in Kansas City, Missouri Area.

Cincinnati, Oh, Us

• Supported 170 hourly employees in a high tech manufacturing environment with recruiting, selection, and policy consistency.• Drove culture change to self-directed work teams, enhancing productivity and employee engagement.• Led plant-wide committees, fostering collaboration and communication among team members.

Cincinnati, Oh, Us

• Partnered with the Mississippi Development Authority to gain incentives to implement training and selection processes for hourly manufacturing workforce.• Collaborated with local colleges to develop a manufacturing certification program, ensuring a strong talent pipeline.• Developed HR framework for plant start-up, fostering high performance work culture with self-directed teams.

Cincinnati, Oh, Us

• Analyzed workforce needs 5+ years into the future to plan for increased attrition due to retirements• Improved and fostered the Contract Management Leadership Development Program to ensure a strong pipeline of talent• Bolstered the employee performance management system by conducting manager meetings and assisting with the review and evaluation of employee performance

• Led a policy committee to update 25 policies in the GE employee handbook, enhancing clarity on attendance, safety, and plant practices.• Recruited 50 Co-Ops for three central Ohio manufacturing plants, collaborating with hiring managers to attract and select candidates.• Conducted employee investigations, improved Co-Op experience, and coordinated a wellness initiative health fair.

Master Of Human Resources, Human Resources Management

Bachelor Of Arts, English Literature