Experience

BioAgilytix

• United States
• Biotechnology Research
• 700 & Above Employee

• Director, Human Resources (HRBP)

  • Jan 2023 - Present

  Durham, North Carolina, United States • Get to know the business and the talent at a deep level and become a trusted advisor to the leaders and employees. • Cultivate and build trusting and collaborative relationships with a variety of stakeholders including leaders, employees, and the HR team. • Coach managers and employees on a wide range of issues from the strategic to the tactical. • Support and coach new people leaders through new leader assimilation processes and other tools to help leaders get up to speed… Show more • Get to know the business and the talent at a deep level and become a trusted advisor to the leaders and employees. • Cultivate and build trusting and collaborative relationships with a variety of stakeholders including leaders, employees, and the HR team. • Coach managers and employees on a wide range of issues from the strategic to the tactical. • Support and coach new people leaders through new leader assimilation processes and other tools to help leaders get up to speed quickly and effectively. • Support and coach the formation and development of new and existing teams and coach leaders and teams about the basics of giving and receiving feedback and having productive crucial conversations with one another. • Partner with the business to create and maintain career ladders / competency models for a variety of roles. • Coach leaders and employees on how to build thoughtful, customized career development plans. • Oversee the Performance Management and Compensation processes. • Run the succession planning process. • Partner with Talent and OD on the employee engagement survey, and partner with leaders and employees on formulating thoughtful and targeted action plans as a response to the survey. Show less



PSI CRO AG

• Switzerland
• Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Senior Human Resources Manager

  • Nov 2021 - Jan 2023

  Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill Area

• Human Resources Business Partner/Manager

  • Feb 2018 - Nov 2021

  Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina Area • Conceptualize and implement effective HR improvement initiatives. • Strengthen workforce through adequate staffing, comprehensive training, and ongoing mentorship and coaching. • Heavily contribute to developing and introducing new policies, procedures, and expectations for staff members. • Reduce turnover by encouraging communication regarding issues; gain feedback by conducting exit interviews. • Collaborate with Country Management to align employee performance with business… Show more • Conceptualize and implement effective HR improvement initiatives. • Strengthen workforce through adequate staffing, comprehensive training, and ongoing mentorship and coaching. • Heavily contribute to developing and introducing new policies, procedures, and expectations for staff members. • Reduce turnover by encouraging communication regarding issues; gain feedback by conducting exit interviews. • Collaborate with Country Management to align employee performance with business goals.



MyComputerCareer

• United States
• Higher Education
• 400 - 500 Employee

• Senior Human Resources Executive

  • Mar 2015 - Feb 2018

  Holly Springs, North Carolina • Implemented and directed the smooth transition from outsourced HR services to an in-house HR department, saving $90K quarterly. Awarded first ever impact award for the organization as having the most impact on process improvement. • Consistently evaluated current HR practices to identify opportunities for improvement across 6 locations in the U.S. • Increased management performances by counseling them on motivating teams and enforcing top compliance.



Highwoods Properties

• United States
• Real Estate
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Human Resources/Benefits Specialist

  • Dec 2004 - Mar 2015

  Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina Area • Strong contributor and advocate in regards to employee relations, team safety, and a positive work environment. • Added value to employees by introducing a wellness program and strived to increase staff experiences. • In charge of advising division VP’s on how to effectively write and conduct performance reviews.



Mellon HR Solutions

• United States
• Human Resources Services

• Human Resources/Benefits Analyst

  • Oct 2000 - Dec 2004

  Cary, NC Trained new staff on technical knowledge of client guidelines, policies, and procedures. Supervised team of 35+ HR specialists. Worked closely with client executives related to changes being made to systems, programs or policies. Gained significant knowledge on the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Provided employees, managers, and field HR with support on issues related to Peoplesoft, payroll, and web-based benefits. Assisted employees with their… Show more Trained new staff on technical knowledge of client guidelines, policies, and procedures. Supervised team of 35+ HR specialists. Worked closely with client executives related to changes being made to systems, programs or policies. Gained significant knowledge on the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Provided employees, managers, and field HR with support on issues related to Peoplesoft, payroll, and web-based benefits. Assisted employees with their Health & Welfare, Defined Contribution (401k), and Defined Benefit (Pension) issues. Heavily involved in the Open Enrollment process to assist employees with questions. Processed loans, distributions, etc from participant’s 401k account. Show less



Hannaford Supermarkets

• United States
• Retail
• 700 & Above Employee

• Customer Service Manager

  • Mar 1999 - Oct 2000

  Cary, NC Managed overall actions and performance of 70+ employees. Controlled budget maintenance (i.e. payroll, supplies expense, RPM’s, cash overages/shortages). Resolved customer complaints through face-to-face resolution, written communications, and coupon incentives. Ensured excellent customer service with various programs and incentives.

• Human Resources Coordinator

  • Sep 1994 - Apr 1999

  Human Resources Coordinator Hired new applicants storewide (i.e. computer testing, face-to-face interviews, orientation, and data entry). Processed OSHA claims and maintained OSHA logs. Resolved daily employee relation issues. Facilitated open enrollment benefits. Implemented performance programs and incentives to increase morale throughout the store. Coordinated substance abuse testing program.