Experience

Dylan's Candy Bar

• United States
• Retail
• 1 - 100 Employee

• VP of Human Resources, Company Culture & Recruiting

  • Apr 2022 - Present



Balmain

• France
• Retail Luxury Goods and Jewelry
• 500 - 600 Employee

• Human Resources Consultant

  • Aug 2021 - Apr 2022

  During Presidential and HR Transition, I was consulted to help run the HR function for Balmain. Developed and executed people strategies to drive business growth and success. Providing strategic advice to C-suite and senior management on talent acquisition, succession planning, employee assessment, talent development, staff retention, orientation and compensation.



Moroccanoil

• United States
• Cosmetics
• 300 - 400 Employee

• Head of Human Resources

  • 2019 - 2021

  Greater New York City Area Head of HR for Moroccanoil and Verb Products Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer and working closely with the CEO I played a critical role in fostering a positive, equitable and professional work culture for all employees. As a Business Partner to the management team, I provided consultation to management on strategic staffing, compensation, benefits, training and development, budget, and employee relations. Directly responsible for the overall administration, coordination, and… Show more Head of HR for Moroccanoil and Verb Products Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer and working closely with the CEO I played a critical role in fostering a positive, equitable and professional work culture for all employees. As a Business Partner to the management team, I provided consultation to management on strategic staffing, compensation, benefits, training and development, budget, and employee relations. Directly responsible for the overall administration, coordination, and evaluation of the human resource function. - Collaborated with the COO and CEO in strategically planning the organizational development of the company to best accommodate the evolving needs of the business. - Partnered w/ Executive Management to navigate and resolve employee relations issues. - Leveraged knowledge of industry best practices to ensure alignment with company values and compliance with labor law. - Advisor to leaders; ability to think critically, use inquiry to problem solve and surface underlying issues to achieve business outcomes. - Led the performance management process across all offices including bi-annual performance reviews and objective setting - Used data to make informed decisions, and insightful points of view in order to drive people strategies and business results forward. - Led DEI work for the brand 4.5 direct reports Show less



Fendi

• Retail Luxury Goods and Jewelry
• 700 & Above Employee

• HR Director

  • Feb 2018 - Nov 2019

  Greater New York City Area Serve as a Business Partner for all Fendi Corporate employees as well as retail in the markets (Mexico, Brazil and Canada). Working closely with business leaders to influence and steer people strategy and implementation, shape and drive HR agenda to deliver value added services that are aligned to the business objectives of the organization. Accountable for all human resource related activities inclusive of Talent acquisition, employee relations, employee development, performance reviews… Show more Serve as a Business Partner for all Fendi Corporate employees as well as retail in the markets (Mexico, Brazil and Canada). Working closely with business leaders to influence and steer people strategy and implementation, shape and drive HR agenda to deliver value added services that are aligned to the business objectives of the organization. Accountable for all human resource related activities inclusive of Talent acquisition, employee relations, employee development, performance reviews, succession planning, legal matters including visas, HR operational budget, engagement events, and benefits and compensation (payroll) for the markets. Show less



Bath & Body Works

• United States
• Retail
• 700 & Above Employee

• HR Strategy Manager

  • 2014 - 2018

  NY and OH Act as a strategic business partner. Deliver HR services and programs that align to the business objectives, as well as fielding day to day HR issues. Alignment / Performance Management Acquisition On-boarding Leadership Coaching Development / Succession Planning Consulting Culture / Engagement Reward & Recognition



Maesa

• United States
• Personal Care Product Manufacturing
• 300 - 400 Employee

• HR Director

  • 2011 - 2014

  10013 As the only member of HR, I ran all of the human resources functions at Maesa. •Lead and supported all human resources activities for NY and CA locations. •Act as both a business partner and functional expert in employee relations, recruitment, coaching and training, on all HR issues. •Lead the implementation of policies, programs and practices: including planning, development and execution •Restructured and managed the performance review process and implemented goal setting… Show more As the only member of HR, I ran all of the human resources functions at Maesa. •Lead and supported all human resources activities for NY and CA locations. •Act as both a business partner and functional expert in employee relations, recruitment, coaching and training, on all HR issues. •Lead the implementation of policies, programs and practices: including planning, development and execution •Restructured and managed the performance review process and implemented goal setting plans •Created and managed the formal performance review process: annual & probationary review process, and forms •Prepared headcount budget analysis for review with senior leadership and provided feedback and direction to leadership team. •Managed onboarding process for all new hires providing associates with appropriate onboarding, training and development experience •Implemented new payroll/HRIS system, processed semi-monthly payroll and managed procedural compliance for NY and CA locations •Managed re-organizations, expansion and department changes Show less



United Nations

• International Affairs
• 700 & Above Employee

• HR Specialist

  • 2011 - 2011

  In my search for a change of industry, I accepted a contract assignment at the UN as an HR Specialist. I was responsible for full-cycle recruitment. •Managed a national and international competitive recruitment and selection process •Corresponded with various levels of management to place over 80 candidates during a restructuring •Organized and chair interview panels and complete summary reports for successful hires/transfers I wanted to return to a corporate environment… Show more In my search for a change of industry, I accepted a contract assignment at the UN as an HR Specialist. I was responsible for full-cycle recruitment. •Managed a national and international competitive recruitment and selection process •Corresponded with various levels of management to place over 80 candidates during a restructuring •Organized and chair interview panels and complete summary reports for successful hires/transfers I wanted to return to a corporate environment and was offered a better career opportunity at Maesa LLC. Show less



Hermès

• France
• Retail Luxury Goods and Jewelry
• 700 & Above Employee

• Senior Manager of Human Resources

  • 2005 - 2011

  10022 Multi State Responsibilities (i.e. CA, NJ, HI, MA,etc. for stores and corporate) •Provide coaching to management on HR related matters such as performance management and employee development •Investigate and respond to employee relations issues such as employee complaints, and make recommendations for corrective action and continuous improvement. •Budget, plan, and supervise the administration and day to day management of various employee benefits programs; analyze, develop… Show more Multi State Responsibilities (i.e. CA, NJ, HI, MA,etc. for stores and corporate) •Provide coaching to management on HR related matters such as performance management and employee development •Investigate and respond to employee relations issues such as employee complaints, and make recommendations for corrective action and continuous improvement. •Budget, plan, and supervise the administration and day to day management of various employee benefits programs; analyze, develop, implement, and evaluate policies and procedures related to employee benefit programs; advise executive management on overall program operations. •Oversee and manage compliance with all applicable local, state and federal laws as they pertain to payroll, employee benefit and compensation programs (i.e. ERISA, HIPAA, COBRA, FMLA & FLSA). •Prepare and execute benefits and compensation documentation, such as original and amended plan information, benefit agreements and insurance policies. •Prepare and administer annual budget for self-funded health insurance program; maintain and evaluate financial records and program costs; prepare specifications and contracts for provider and employee benefits consulting services; process and administer a wide variety of contractual agreements; oversee audits by internal staff and contractors of various benefits programs and pay practices. •Responsible for salary administration, policies and procedures, salary ranges, job evaluations, market studies, job grades, and increase policies and guidelines •Handle communication and education to workforce on bonus programs, compensation initiatives and guidelines. •Monitor and analyze tax and governmental legislation and economic trends, recommend changes and create policies/procedures as appropriate •Maintain, monitor and trend human capital metrics •Process day-to-day and manage procedural compliance for multi-state payroll Show less



Andin International

• Luxury Goods & Jewelry
• 1 - 100 Employee

• JR Generalist

  • 2004 - 2005

  Greenwich NY • Managed recruitment process (hiring decisions, created job descriptions, administered postings, employment verifications, offer letters) • Managed employee relations issues for staff of 200+ employees • Administered compensation programs: performance reviews • Conducted new hire and benefits orientations • Supported payroll process • Managed HR files and policies • Managed company benefits (health, dental, vision, FSA, disability, life insurance, COBRA, Transitcheks, and… Show more • Managed recruitment process (hiring decisions, created job descriptions, administered postings, employment verifications, offer letters) • Managed employee relations issues for staff of 200+ employees • Administered compensation programs: performance reviews • Conducted new hire and benefits orientations • Supported payroll process • Managed HR files and policies • Managed company benefits (health, dental, vision, FSA, disability, life insurance, COBRA, Transitcheks, and 401 (k) plan) • Administered benefit website Show less



Macy's

• United States
• Retail
• 700 & Above Employee

• Office Manager/HR Administrator

  • 2003 - 2004

  New York, NY • Screened about 200 applicants per day and conducted group and individual interviews of potential applicants • Answered employee inquiries in regards to HR and Benefits procedures • Managed all office responsibilities including candidate tracking, postings, inventory, and office supplies • Managed referral program and payments