Vice President of Human Resources

• Jun 2015 - Present

Human Resources, Retail Stores

• Oct 2009 - Jun 2015

Responsible for 5,800 retail associates in 600 locations across the US. Led team of 8 HR generalists and multiple outsource vendor partners to execute overall HR support to Consumer team. • Proactive management of associate relations issues and complaints to minimize litigation and agency investigations through field presence and HR support to make balanced decisions to drive associate accountability and prioritize business results • Implemented district Organizational & Talent Review as… Show more Responsible for 5,800 retail associates in 600 locations across the US. Led team of 8 HR generalists and multiple outsource vendor partners to execute overall HR support to Consumer team. • Proactive management of associate relations issues and complaints to minimize litigation and agency investigations through field presence and HR support to make balanced decisions to drive associate accountability and prioritize business results • Implemented district Organizational & Talent Review as well as merit based peer ranking across all retail positions to support pay for performance distribution of 30/60/10 • Successful selection and implementation of Learning Management System for North America with accompanying e-learning content procurement to meet specified business objectives

HR Manager, Consumer Sales & Marketing

• Jan 2007 - Nov 2009

• Reorganized field selling organization to enhance sell-in support across all channels as well as creation of a nationwide sell-out team to drive growth at wholesale and retail. • Built on success of Sales Squad to develop college graduate programs along with Talent Acquisition of seasoned sales associates to build the bench and address talent gaps • Developed several Learning and Development modules in partnership with consultants and business leadership to enhance knowledge and skill… Show more • Reorganized field selling organization to enhance sell-in support across all channels as well as creation of a nationwide sell-out team to drive growth at wholesale and retail. • Built on success of Sales Squad to develop college graduate programs along with Talent Acquisition of seasoned sales associates to build the bench and address talent gaps • Developed several Learning and Development modules in partnership with consultants and business leadership to enhance knowledge and skill levels of consumer organization

HR Manager, Rubbermaid Mogadore Plant

• 2005 - 2006

Responsible for all facets of human resources for manufacturing and distribution operations for $250M operation with 800 associates. Supervised 3 human resources representatives, reporting to the VP. • Implemented performance appraisal system for factory hourly staff and led annual organizational review process for salaried staff • Worked with management team to implement several re-organizations within the facility • Maintained staffing to meet business needs through Canton plant… Show more Responsible for all facets of human resources for manufacturing and distribution operations for $250M operation with 800 associates. Supervised 3 human resources representatives, reporting to the VP. • Implemented performance appraisal system for factory hourly staff and led annual organizational review process for salaried staff • Worked with management team to implement several re-organizations within the facility • Maintained staffing to meet business needs through Canton plant closure • Developed supervisors in leadership fundamentals through monthly training Show less Responsible for all facets of human resources for manufacturing and distribution operations for $250M operation with 800 associates. Supervised 3 human resources representatives, reporting to the VP. • Implemented performance appraisal system for factory hourly staff and led annual organizational review process for salaried staff • Worked with management team to implement several re-organizations within the facility • Maintained staffing to meet business needs through Canton plant… Show more Responsible for all facets of human resources for manufacturing and distribution operations for $250M operation with 800 associates. Supervised 3 human resources representatives, reporting to the VP. • Implemented performance appraisal system for factory hourly staff and led annual organizational review process for salaried staff • Worked with management team to implement several re-organizations within the facility • Maintained staffing to meet business needs through Canton plant closure • Developed supervisors in leadership fundamentals through monthly training Show less

Director Human Resources

• 1998 - 2005

Wyndham Washington Hotel, Washington, DC, general administration for 400 room hotel with 250 associates. Member of the Executive Committee and coordinator of recruiting, retention, benefits, compensation, training programs, employee relations, legal compliance and disciplinary processes. • Successfully converted property to Wyndham Management in 1998 • Regional Recognition Award and Highest Employee Opinion Survey Score in 1998 • Additional area responsibilities include auditing… Show more Wyndham Washington Hotel, Washington, DC, general administration for 400 room hotel with 250 associates. Member of the Executive Committee and coordinator of recruiting, retention, benefits, compensation, training programs, employee relations, legal compliance and disciplinary processes. • Successfully converted property to Wyndham Management in 1998 • Regional Recognition Award and Highest Employee Opinion Survey Score in 1998 • Additional area responsibilities include auditing, problem solving, employee relations and effective communication with hotels in the Mid-Atlantic area with over 1,200 associates. • Led acquisition of two and divesture of three hotel locations

Director Human Resources

• 1997 - 1998

Wyndham Dublin Hotel, Columbus, OH, responsible for general human resources administration at 217 room hotel with 120 associates as a one-person office.

Assistant Director Human Resources

• 1996 - 1997

Wyndham Los Angeles Airport, Los Angeles, CA, number two in a human resources office at 591 room hotel with 300 associates and two labor unions.

Human Resources Manager

• 1995 - 1996

Wyndham Cleveland Hotel, Cleveland, OH, number two in human resources office for the opening of new 205 room hotel with 150 employees.

Human Resources Manager

• 1994 - 1995

Wyndham Bristol Hotel, Washington, DC, manager of general human resources administration.