Comesha Cunningham, MBA, PHR, SHRM-CP
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Credentials
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PHR
HR Certification Institute - HRCIJan, 2010- Sep, 2024 -
SHRM-CP
SHRMJan, 2015- Sep, 2024
Experience
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one•n•ten
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United States
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Civic and Social Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director of People and Culture
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Apr 2022 - Present
one•n•ten is a nonprofit organization dedicated to serving and assisting lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning (LGBTQ) youth ages 14 to 24. From weekly discussion groups to fun, social networking events, we create a safe space, mentally and physically, for youth of all socio-economic and cultural backgrounds. We also offer resources to promote healthy choices and living. Youth with particular needs have the option to speak with peers or volunteers one-on-one, in a supervised setting. We provide youth with a variety of tools and opportunities to improve self-esteem and self-acceptance. Show less
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Grand Canyon University
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Adjunct Faculty
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2017 - Present
Colangelo College of Business Adjunct Professor Colangelo College of Business Adjunct Professor
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Arizona Democratic Party
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Political Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Human Resources Director
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Nov 2019 - Apr 2022
Strengthen operational effectiveness of the ADP by managing all aspects of human resources, including but not limited to; Policy/Process Implementation; Performance Management; Change Management; Employee Development/Training; Employee Relations; Total Compensation; Recruiting/Onboarding; and Compliance. Strengthen operational effectiveness of the ADP by managing all aspects of human resources, including but not limited to; Policy/Process Implementation; Performance Management; Change Management; Employee Development/Training; Employee Relations; Total Compensation; Recruiting/Onboarding; and Compliance.
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Foothills Sports Medicine Physical Therapy
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United States
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Medical Practices
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200 - 300 Employee
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Talent Acquisition and Development Manager
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Jun 2017 - Nov 2019
Manage full-cycle recruitment activities for a growing PT organization with more than 30 locations in the Southwest. When you join Foothills, you join a team of passionate, committed team members working to improve the lives of others. Ranked 1st place "Best in Arizona" two consecutive years in our industry. Understanding our business reputation is not built on luck, we attribute our success and reputation to our commitment to the needs of our patients and clients. Our rapid growth speaks to the loyalty of our referral sources, our patients, our clients, and the positive outcomes they have experienced through Foothills. Show less
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ProActive Physical Therapy
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United States
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Health, Wellness & Fitness
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1 - 100 Employee
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Talent Acquisition and Development Manager
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Jun 2017 - Nov 2019
ProActive Physical Therapy joined forces with Foothills Sports Medicine Physical Therapy in July 2016 to better serve the needs of patients in the Phoenix and Tucson Metropolitan areas. The team of professionals at ProActive Physical Therapy are eager to add like-minded professionals passionate about impacting lives. ProActive Physical Therapy joined forces with Foothills Sports Medicine Physical Therapy in July 2016 to better serve the needs of patients in the Phoenix and Tucson Metropolitan areas. The team of professionals at ProActive Physical Therapy are eager to add like-minded professionals passionate about impacting lives.
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Talent Acquisition Manager
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Dec 2014 - May 2017
Provide leadership in the area of talent management and acquisition inclusive of recruitment at all levels within the organization. Support strategic organizational goals through the development of programs and activities to derive optimal value and talent management. Develop and implement recruitment objectives related to acquisition, diversity, employee development and retention. Manage quality, productivity and compliance of internal and EEO/OFCCP policies. Facilitate full-cycle hiring process. Motivate and provide leadership to drive results in the recruitment best practices of the organization. Develop strong relationships with senior leadership throughout the organization to drive and influence optimal results for each business unit. Manage a variety of special projects through the entire life-cycle of strategy planning, execution, measurement and completion as required. Show less
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Corporate Recruiter
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Aug 2005 - Dec 2014
Recruited to assist with the opening of the organizations Southern California region, with the goal of making Southern California the firms first Regional Branch location. Manage corporate recruitment functions for three (3) Divisions in multiple states. Developed and implemented the organizations diversity and inclusion plan to attract and retain top talent. Redesigned internship academy to attract college students that would be potential full-time hires. Local oversight of HR functions, systems and programs in Southern California with support from corporate services. Cultivate strong partnerships with Executive Staff, Department Managers, and others, to ensure staffing needs are met and succession plans are achieved. Proactively manage & execute recruiting and retention strategies to accomplish workforce planning goals. Identify and translate hiring wants into successful hiring needs. Work with management to identify skills and training gaps resulting in building dynamic teams within the region. Utilize organizational behavioral models to retain and align talent. Develop creative marketing solutions to attract quality candidates. Prepare & plan a recruiting strategy for each open requisition to achieve selecting the best matched candidates. Track and maintain staffing matrixes, internal availability pool, turnover and ROI. Initiate pre-hire assessments, background & reference checks. Track workforce data for EEOC/OFCCP reporting. Research and participate in the implementation of technology trends and methodologies. Network within industry associations to establish relationships with prospective candidates with the goal of building a strong talent pool. Analyze and report areas of improvement relating to recruitment. Responsible for team development and training. Establish departmental goals that are measurable and attainable. Align judgment, strategic plans and activities with yearly business plan goals of the company. Show less
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Recruiting Manager
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Jul 2002 - Aug 2005
Responsible for managing recruiting, retention and benefits functions for 44 stores and 5 distribution centers across the US, with more than 1,000 employees. Served as consultant to management to determine disciplinary action plans as needed. Analyzed and reported areas of improvement to lower turnover and increase employee morale. Responsible for the administration of company benefits; enrollment, terminations & reconciliation of monthly billing, of medical, dental and vision plans. Worked with insurance brokerage firm to acquire the best affordable plans available. Managed pre employment process including background screenings, references and substance testing. Prepared & planed recruiting budget to ensure cost effectiveness. Instrumental in ensuring company benefits were competitively quoted and cost effective for all parties. Increased. Introduced new methodologies of recruitment, from trade show appearances, global advertising in established off-road publication the company had already owned and operated as well as introduced online career boards. Show less
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Wherehouse Music
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United States
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Retail
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1 - 100 Employee
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HR Generalist
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Aug 2002 - Oct 2002
Maintained accurate electronic employee files. Played instrumental role in managing various employee relations functions, including but not limited to; FLMA, LOA, ADA. In addition to, investigations of sexual harassment, discrimination, wrongful termination and gross misconduct. Managed and ensured personnel actions conformed to state, federal and company regulations and policies. Administered a series of HR initiatives, workforce plans and assessments. Began training store managers on appropriate record keeping and documentation. Successfully orchestrated employee outsource efforts upon the dissolution of Wherehouse Entertainment, assisting more than 20% of displace employees regain other employment. Show less
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Forever 21, Inc.
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United States
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Retail
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National Recruiter
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May 2000 - Jul 2002
Coordinated recruitment affairs, continuously researched labor markets and economic development of targeted locations. Communicated and interacted with Executives to increase the quantity and quality of candidates hired. Participated in the strategic planning of assessments, training programs/materials and succession plans with Executive Staff. Trained and developed hiring managers to effectively recruit, retain and motivate staff. Maintained competitive and equitable compensation programs; conducted and interpreted wage and salary surveys, recommended changes to ensure the maintenance of company’s compensation objectives. Recruited and retained more than 600 employees within the first year of service. Implemented “Employee Retention Program” to decrease turnover percentages, from 200% to 75% in one-year. Developed a strategic recruitment plan that reduced cost per her, while increasing quantity and quality of candidates hired. Show less
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Education
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University of Redlands
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) -
Mount Saint Mary's College California
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Business Administration
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