Cheryl Krestanowich
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Crystal Grela, RPR
Cheryl was an intern at The Fairmont Winnipeg for the busy month of June, 2010 (and is continuing to volunteer with us once a week). Cheryl learned quickly, took initiative and checked in appropriately. I relied on her for applicant tracking; recruiting admin support; HRIS updates & reporting; research for labour relations; and office reception for our Human Resources and Executive offices. Her experience in Hospitality operations was a real asset. She interacted positively with a wide variety of colleagues, vendors and luxury hotel guests. Cheryl's smile, professionalism and natural curiosity fit in well with Fairmont's Culture of Warm and Engaging Service. Our HR team wishes her well in her search for her next big break!
Rich Tangney
Cheryl is a bright, thoughtful and driven leader. Cheryl consistently delivered excellent results through the teams she led with creative solutions in very challenging conditions. I would happily recommend Cheryl to any employer looking for a top performer.
Crystal Grela, RPR
Cheryl was an intern at The Fairmont Winnipeg for the busy month of June, 2010 (and is continuing to volunteer with us once a week). Cheryl learned quickly, took initiative and checked in appropriately. I relied on her for applicant tracking; recruiting admin support; HRIS updates & reporting; research for labour relations; and office reception for our Human Resources and Executive offices. Her experience in Hospitality operations was a real asset. She interacted positively with a wide variety of colleagues, vendors and luxury hotel guests. Cheryl's smile, professionalism and natural curiosity fit in well with Fairmont's Culture of Warm and Engaging Service. Our HR team wishes her well in her search for her next big break!
Rich Tangney
Cheryl is a bright, thoughtful and driven leader. Cheryl consistently delivered excellent results through the teams she led with creative solutions in very challenging conditions. I would happily recommend Cheryl to any employer looking for a top performer.
Crystal Grela, RPR
Cheryl was an intern at The Fairmont Winnipeg for the busy month of June, 2010 (and is continuing to volunteer with us once a week). Cheryl learned quickly, took initiative and checked in appropriately. I relied on her for applicant tracking; recruiting admin support; HRIS updates & reporting; research for labour relations; and office reception for our Human Resources and Executive offices. Her experience in Hospitality operations was a real asset. She interacted positively with a wide variety of colleagues, vendors and luxury hotel guests. Cheryl's smile, professionalism and natural curiosity fit in well with Fairmont's Culture of Warm and Engaging Service. Our HR team wishes her well in her search for her next big break!
Rich Tangney
Cheryl is a bright, thoughtful and driven leader. Cheryl consistently delivered excellent results through the teams she led with creative solutions in very challenging conditions. I would happily recommend Cheryl to any employer looking for a top performer.
Crystal Grela, RPR
Cheryl was an intern at The Fairmont Winnipeg for the busy month of June, 2010 (and is continuing to volunteer with us once a week). Cheryl learned quickly, took initiative and checked in appropriately. I relied on her for applicant tracking; recruiting admin support; HRIS updates & reporting; research for labour relations; and office reception for our Human Resources and Executive offices. Her experience in Hospitality operations was a real asset. She interacted positively with a wide variety of colleagues, vendors and luxury hotel guests. Cheryl's smile, professionalism and natural curiosity fit in well with Fairmont's Culture of Warm and Engaging Service. Our HR team wishes her well in her search for her next big break!
Rich Tangney
Cheryl is a bright, thoughtful and driven leader. Cheryl consistently delivered excellent results through the teams she led with creative solutions in very challenging conditions. I would happily recommend Cheryl to any employer looking for a top performer.
Credentials
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Certified Facilitator of DDI's Learning Systems.
DDI | Development Dimensions International -
Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR)
CPHR Manitoba -
EXPEDITION Coaching - Certified Coach Training
Destination Leadership -
SHRM - Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP)
SHRM
Experience
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Ronin Product Development Labs
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United States
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Mechanical Or Industrial Engineering
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1 - 100 Employee
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Chief People Officer
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Sep 2019 - Present
Ronin is a product engineering organization with a focus on elevating people, planet and products. Our core pillars are: Direct. Professional. Inclusive. Kind. These colo(u)r everything we do, and the ways we interact with each other and our clients. Our goal is to empower, elevate and achieve success, whatever success looks like, for our teammates and clients. We're building a place where top-caliber people can come together in a manner that is intelligent, courageous, kind and effective. My role is to understand the business, and put frameworks in place that allow our people and business systems to function efficiently and achieve our overall business objectives. Sound like something you're interested in? We're building world-class, diverse teams in the US and Canada. Show less
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Harvest Manitoba
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Canada
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Non-profit Organization Management
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director of People
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Dec 2018 - Aug 2019
“Fighting hunger and feeding hope" isn’t just a tagline, it's a mission, a goal and a daily reminder that the work done at Harvest has impact on the lives of people in our communities. My job was to support the very committed people who do this important work, and to help them fulfill their potential. They did the magic, I provided a foundation for success through effective HR policies, procedures and processes (recruitment, onboarding & training, professional & leadership development, employee & labour relations, compensation, etc.) Show less
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Acuity HR Solutions Inc
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Canada
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Human Resources Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Talent Acquisition Specialist
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Jan 2017 - Dec 2018
As the Talent Acquisition Specialist with Acuity HR, I provided hiring solutions that drove our partnered companies toward their goals. My goal was to differentiate Acuity from agency recruitment by providing thoughtful and transparent services for employers looking for their next hire, and employees who are seeking a career transition. I also provided Human Resources support and consultation to organizations, both onsite and behind the scenes. As the Talent Acquisition Specialist with Acuity HR, I provided hiring solutions that drove our partnered companies toward their goals. My goal was to differentiate Acuity from agency recruitment by providing thoughtful and transparent services for employers looking for their next hire, and employees who are seeking a career transition. I also provided Human Resources support and consultation to organizations, both onsite and behind the scenes.
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Talentcor
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Canada
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Staffing and Recruiting
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1 - 100 Employee
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Account Manager
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Apr 2014 - Dec 2016
As an Account Manager with Talentcor, I connected exceptional candidates with companies that were in the market for their next star employee. My specialties were Human Resources (both term and permanent), temporary and permanent Accounting and temporary Administrative roles. Sometimes all at once. Software: Bullhorn, Bullhorn Reach, LinkedIn Recruiter. As an Account Manager with Talentcor, I connected exceptional candidates with companies that were in the market for their next star employee. My specialties were Human Resources (both term and permanent), temporary and permanent Accounting and temporary Administrative roles. Sometimes all at once. Software: Bullhorn, Bullhorn Reach, LinkedIn Recruiter.
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Fairmont Winnipeg
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Canada
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Hospitality
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1 - 100 Employee
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Human Resources Coordinator
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Aug 2010 - Apr 2014
As the trainer in a luxury hotel, I sought out new and innovative ways to train and develop talent in a busy operational environment. In this function, I delivered in-depth two-day orientations for new hires, facilitated Train the Trainer sessions for our peer-trainers, developed and facilitated a Lunch n' Learn program for Leaders, and delivered meaningful and impactful learning opportunities for our team. I developed and launched a succession-planning program to develop and move talent within the hotel. I also managed the administrative functions in the HR department, provided employee support in a wide variety of functions and chaired the Service Plus Committee, which focused on rewarding and recognizing top talent within the hotel. No matter the task, my focus was on ensuring that each and every function that I was entrusted with yielded a tangible result; whether new skills for trainees, or producing results in programs and tasks. Software: HRIS System (HR Manager), Taleo, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, Outlook. Show less
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Fairmont Winnipeg
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Canada
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Hospitality
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1 - 100 Employee
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Human Resources Intern
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2010 - 2010
In this internship, I was entrusted with a variety of tasks from prescreening applicants to Health and Safety audits and updating the filing system. Working under the leadership of some fantastic mentors, this was an excellent learning experience and first foray into the HR field after my education was complete. In this internship, I was entrusted with a variety of tasks from prescreening applicants to Health and Safety audits and updating the filing system. Working under the leadership of some fantastic mentors, this was an excellent learning experience and first foray into the HR field after my education was complete.
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Winnipeg Animal Emergency Hospital
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Canada
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Research Services
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Receptionist and Kennel Technician
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Nov 2007 - Sep 2009
At the emergency hospital, I was the initial point of contact for clients and their pets. I performed the initial triage, and arranged patients according to severity of their illnesses. I supported pet owners firmly and compassionately, providing whatever support they required during their visit, and ensured doctors had the relevant information to proceed efficiently through their case-load. I maintained the kennel areas for hospitalized animals that required 24-hour care, and provided support for the nursing staff in restraint, procedures, or as needed. Show less
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Intrawest
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United States
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Travel Arrangements
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300 - 400 Employee
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Housekeeping Manager
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Oct 2005 - Oct 2007
Overseeing a seasonal team that varied from 30 - 110 people, I maintained an active team management style with a strong focus on identification of staff roles and responsibilities, ensuring concise and accurate management expectations and predictable outcomes. We built a cohesive, focused team by providing supervisors with the right tools and information to make informed decisions then letting them do their best work. I developed and implemented annual business plans, which encompassed people, financial management, efficiencies, and alignment. Forecasted, budgeted and managed the bottom line in a multi-million dollar operating climate. Assumed a leading role as Process Owner in the formulation and implementation of multiple Lean Six-Sigma projects. Identified underutilized technology and successfully leveraged it to automate daily task distribution, which increased operational efficiency and decreased labour costs. Show less
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Education
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2001 - 2004
University of Manitoba
Bachelor of Arts, English Literature/General Sciences -
University of Alberta
Indigenous Canada (Course) -
2009 - 2010
The University of Winnipeg
Human Resource Management, Human Resources
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