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San Jose, Ca

Provide products and services to meet the needs of the Federal Government Contractor Community to comply with the Affirmative Action Plan (AAP) and other requirements under OFCCP’s laws and regulations.Services include AAP development, managing OFCCP compliance audits, employee selection discrimination analysis, compensation discrimination analysis, HR compliance training, and Federal and state government annual reporting.

San Jose, Ca

Served as an integral member of the senior leadership team committed to delivering customized solutions for Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) compliance, AA/EEO, recruitment marketing, and more. Provided leadership and direction, internally and to member companies, on human resources and equal employment law matters. Strategically planned and launched a new Affirmative Action Plan (AAP) consulting service and brand called “Taapestry”. Established DirectEmployers as a one-stop shop for AAP compliance services until the brand was sold in May 2022. Designed proprietary software for AAP development that enhanced operational capabilities.

Campbell, Ca

Advised the executive leadership team on the development and revision of company policies pertaining to operations, business development, client engagement and retention, and service delivery. Supervised AAP development and execution, with related services including legal and regulatory compliance trainings for 200+ companies annually. Met with clients’ senior leadership and HR teams to review, plan, and launch AAP initiatives and professional development programs, specifically focusing on employee relations, EEO, AA, diversity, employee selection discrimination analysis, and compensation discrimination analysis. Expanded Gerstco’s consulting services and training programs, leading to an increase in the client base and revenues, growth in the services purchased, and enhanced client acquisition/retention. Designed and presented training programs that would lead to the creation of a diverse workforce and a fair and equitable company culture. Managed the full scope of OFCCP compliance reviews and audits. Consistently closed audits without any findings of discrimination or financial liability.

Gaithersburg, Md

Provided consulting services on HR and EEO/AA compliance initiatives to major corporations, both as an expert legal advisor and a “hands-on” developer. Worked closely with leadership teams to build their knowledge of advanced EEO laws, regulations, and best practices. Engagements encompassed managing diversity, conducting mock OFCCP “glass ceiling” audits, investigating and resolving employee grievances, conducting pay equity analyses, and developing AAP programs. Developed a variety of programs, including standardizing company-wide AAP development programs for multi-site contractors; streamlining AAP recordkeeping, employment recruitment, and selection processes (resulting in better data collection and reporting); and improving audit responses and preparation. Expertly negotiated audit settlements with federal agencies on clients’ behalf, resulting in reduced penalties, fewer violations, and timely audit resolutions. Provided guidance and solutions for highly sensitive, complex matters requiring the highest levels of ethics, confidentiality, and discretion.

Washington, Dc

Practice areas include labor and employment law, administrative law, arbitration, and employee relations.• Provided legal advice and counseling to Fortune 500 companies on a wide variety of employment law and EEO and AA policy issues.• Redesigned and managed training function, including curriculum and course design for Basic EEO, AAP development, OFCCP audits, EEOC charge investigations, EEO for managers, and “Statistics for Non-Statisticians” courses.• Presented public and company in-house training programs for leaders and HR teams on EEO/AAP compliance, resulting in the firm’s client growth and revenue goals achievement.

Juris Doctor

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