Vice President of Culture

• Jan 2023 - Present

Director Of Human Resources

• Apr 2021 - Present

Principal Consultant

• Nov 2018 - Apr 2021

Supported organizations by developing and/or enchasing people strategy through services in talent management, organizational design and workforce planning. Worked with one of the largest sports construction firms experiencing explosive growth in their field of expertise reviewing over 150 job classification and interviewing top performers, in order to ensure they were appropriate to facilitate recruitment, performance management, and identify career paths. Served as a senior… Show more Supported organizations by developing and/or enchasing people strategy through services in talent management, organizational design and workforce planning. Worked with one of the largest sports construction firms experiencing explosive growth in their field of expertise reviewing over 150 job classification and interviewing top performers, in order to ensure they were appropriate to facilitate recruitment, performance management, and identify career paths. Served as a senior advisor during multiple mergers and acquisitions, company reorganization, adoption of industry-specific best practices and provided guidance thru the change management process. Show less Supported organizations by developing and/or enchasing people strategy through services in talent management, organizational design and workforce planning. Worked with one of the largest sports construction firms experiencing explosive growth in their field of expertise reviewing over 150 job classification and interviewing top performers, in order to ensure they were appropriate to facilitate recruitment, performance management, and identify career paths. Served as a senior… Show more Supported organizations by developing and/or enchasing people strategy through services in talent management, organizational design and workforce planning. Worked with one of the largest sports construction firms experiencing explosive growth in their field of expertise reviewing over 150 job classification and interviewing top performers, in order to ensure they were appropriate to facilitate recruitment, performance management, and identify career paths. Served as a senior advisor during multiple mergers and acquisitions, company reorganization, adoption of industry-specific best practices and provided guidance thru the change management process. Show less

Sr. Human Resources Consultant

• May 2019 - Nov 2020

As the Sr. HR Consultant I worked closely with key executives in start-up to mid-sized companies in a wide range of industries to assist clients in solving complex challenges, drive business goals, meet growth targets and mitigate risks. In this roles I successfully manage initiatives and projects that include Human Resources Talent Acquisition; Talent Management; Compensation and Benefits Design and implementation, Human Capital Consulting; Talent Strategy; Human Resources Interim… Show more As the Sr. HR Consultant I worked closely with key executives in start-up to mid-sized companies in a wide range of industries to assist clients in solving complex challenges, drive business goals, meet growth targets and mitigate risks. In this roles I successfully manage initiatives and projects that include Human Resources Talent Acquisition; Talent Management; Compensation and Benefits Design and implementation, Human Capital Consulting; Talent Strategy; Human Resources Interim Staffing; Human Resources On-Demand Support; Employee Relations and Investigations; Mergers & Acquisitions; Executive Coaching; Organizational Design; Compensation Consulting; Leadership Development & Training Show less As the Sr. HR Consultant I worked closely with key executives in start-up to mid-sized companies in a wide range of industries to assist clients in solving complex challenges, drive business goals, meet growth targets and mitigate risks. In this roles I successfully manage initiatives and projects that include Human Resources Talent Acquisition; Talent Management; Compensation and Benefits Design and implementation, Human Capital Consulting; Talent Strategy; Human Resources Interim… Show more As the Sr. HR Consultant I worked closely with key executives in start-up to mid-sized companies in a wide range of industries to assist clients in solving complex challenges, drive business goals, meet growth targets and mitigate risks. In this roles I successfully manage initiatives and projects that include Human Resources Talent Acquisition; Talent Management; Compensation and Benefits Design and implementation, Human Capital Consulting; Talent Strategy; Human Resources Interim Staffing; Human Resources On-Demand Support; Employee Relations and Investigations; Mergers & Acquisitions; Executive Coaching; Organizational Design; Compensation Consulting; Leadership Development & Training Show less

Director, People Engagement

• Apr 2013 - Oct 2018

Torchy’s Tacos, LLC Austin, Texas Director of People Engagement 4/2013- 10/2018 As the Director of People Engagement I serve as the company’s principal architect of the human capital strategy and human resources practices including creating and driving programs, processes and… Show more Torchy’s Tacos, LLC Austin, Texas Director of People Engagement 4/2013- 10/2018 As the Director of People Engagement I serve as the company’s principal architect of the human capital strategy and human resources practices including creating and driving programs, processes and policies around organizational development, risk management, talent acquisition, employee engagement and retention, succession planning, performance management, training and development, compensation, life enchasing benefits and fostering a diverse workplace. Partnered with the five (5) owners to design the organizational structure to support the explosive growth of the brand from 20 restaurants in 1 state to 68 in 3 states, which resulted in an increase in headcount from approximately 1500 employees to over 4000 employees in 5 years Show less Torchy’s Tacos, LLC Austin, Texas Director of People Engagement 4/2013- 10/2018 As the Director of People Engagement I serve as the company’s principal architect of the human capital strategy and human resources practices including creating and driving programs, processes and… Show more Torchy’s Tacos, LLC Austin, Texas Director of People Engagement 4/2013- 10/2018 As the Director of People Engagement I serve as the company’s principal architect of the human capital strategy and human resources practices including creating and driving programs, processes and policies around organizational development, risk management, talent acquisition, employee engagement and retention, succession planning, performance management, training and development, compensation, life enchasing benefits and fostering a diverse workplace. Partnered with the five (5) owners to design the organizational structure to support the explosive growth of the brand from 20 restaurants in 1 state to 68 in 3 states, which resulted in an increase in headcount from approximately 1500 employees to over 4000 employees in 5 years Show less

Talent Director

• Jan 2012 - Sep 2012

Successful assignment in Beijing, China to manage the HR department, recruit top talent, and implement new policies and practices to improve results and successfully passed external/internal audits. Successful assignment in Beijing, China to manage the HR department, recruit top talent, and implement new policies and practices to improve results and successfully passed external/internal audits.

Director of Operations, Training and Human Resources

• Jun 2009 - Nov 2010

Set the strategy for the department to support the development of teams and the growth goals of the organization. Managed the HR and Training department to include recruiting, staffing, training and retention for all levels in the organization. Managed all state, federal and local legal compliance standards and policies. Set the strategy for the department to support the development of teams and the growth goals of the organization. Managed the HR and Training department to include recruiting, staffing, training and retention for all levels in the organization. Managed all state, federal and local legal compliance standards and policies.

Sr. HR Project Manager

• Feb 2008 - Jun 2009

Managed the successful development and implementation of a training curriculum for YUM! Brands International. Worked with local and international trainers to implement the program. Managed the successful development and implementation of a training curriculum for YUM! Brands International. Worked with local and international trainers to implement the program.

Central Region People Capability Leader

• Dec 2005 - Feb 2008

Supported the central region which included 100 company restaurants and multiple franchisees totaling 540 restaurants with HR policies and practices, training and development, succession planning, talent acquisition, and employee relations. Supported the central region which included 100 company restaurants and multiple franchisees totaling 540 restaurants with HR policies and practices, training and development, succession planning, talent acquisition, and employee relations.

Sr. Manager, Training and Learning Integration

• Mar 1996 - Dec 2005

Managed the successful implementation of training programs for 32,000 restaurants worldwide. Conducted needs analysis, determined program design, ensured program development, and provided materials for rollouts. Partnered with the Organizational Development team to design, develop and implement the company goals, values, mission, and HR practices to support the reorganization from Pepsi to YUM Brands. Trained managers in the areas of customer service, safety and security, leadership skills… Show more Managed the successful implementation of training programs for 32,000 restaurants worldwide. Conducted needs analysis, determined program design, ensured program development, and provided materials for rollouts. Partnered with the Organizational Development team to design, develop and implement the company goals, values, mission, and HR practices to support the reorganization from Pepsi to YUM Brands. Trained managers in the areas of customer service, safety and security, leadership skills, asset management, coaching, problem solving, root cause analysis, and resource management. Show less Managed the successful implementation of training programs for 32,000 restaurants worldwide. Conducted needs analysis, determined program design, ensured program development, and provided materials for rollouts. Partnered with the Organizational Development team to design, develop and implement the company goals, values, mission, and HR practices to support the reorganization from Pepsi to YUM Brands. Trained managers in the areas of customer service, safety and security, leadership skills… Show more Managed the successful implementation of training programs for 32,000 restaurants worldwide. Conducted needs analysis, determined program design, ensured program development, and provided materials for rollouts. Partnered with the Organizational Development team to design, develop and implement the company goals, values, mission, and HR practices to support the reorganization from Pepsi to YUM Brands. Trained managers in the areas of customer service, safety and security, leadership skills, asset management, coaching, problem solving, root cause analysis, and resource management. Show less

Training Manager, Pizza Hut, KFC Mexico

• Jul 1994 - Feb 1996

Managed, developed, and implemented training for 230 restaurants encompassing 585 management personnel and 4,500 employees. Successfully developed and executed the personnel growth strategy to launch 52 new restaurants in 1 year. Managed, developed, and implemented training for 230 restaurants encompassing 585 management personnel and 4,500 employees. Successfully developed and executed the personnel growth strategy to launch 52 new restaurants in 1 year.