Experience

Consolidated Hospitality Supplies (CHS)

• United States
• Hospitality
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Vice President Human Resources

  • Aug 2021 - Present



American Hotel Register

• United States
• Hospitality
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Vice President Human Resources

  • Nov 2014 - Aug 2021

  Vice President functioning as CHRO reporting to CEO. Responsible for global HR strategy and execution with a focus on development of culture, values, and core competencies. In addition, managed the facilities and corporate security function as part of corporate administration.•Responsible for Global HR including talent acquisition, succession management, learning and development, compensation and benefits, and employee relations.•Drove human capital strategic plan including organizational structure and formal succession planning process which included 50% of the workforce. •Created a total well-being strategy including cultural, financial, and wellness initiatives which engaged over 75% of workforce and drove 0% increase in health plan renewals over multiple years. •Developed proactive talent sourcing strategy and compelling employer brand which reduced time to fill by 40% and direct-hire costs by $400,000.•Implemented change management process to drive corporate adoption of strategic initiatives including key technology implementations and organizational restructuring.•Introduced competitive compensation plans that attract, motivate, and retain staff including Long and Short-Term Incentive plans, and sales commission programs.•Managed a $20 million budget and team of 18: including Human Resources, Security, and Facility team members.•Developed learning and development strategy focused on leadership development, high potential talent retention, safety and compliance, and personal growth. Show less

• Human Resources Director

  • Jan 2009 - Nov 2014

  Responsible for Human Resources project management, recruited for senior level positions, and served as business partner to the company driving associate development, succession planning, cross-functional communication, associate surveys, and employee relations.•Strategic business partner to key areas of the company, providing insights and innovative problem solving, employee development, and succession planning.•Created corporate communication strategy including company meeting agendas and weekly communication platforms reaching 100% of the workforce. •Enabled 96% associate engagement level by creating, maintaining, and balancing family-focused culture with corporate goals and objectives. •Created flexible work environment; offered remote work, summer hours and flexible schedules.•Created and implemented an Affirmative Action plan and resulting goals. Show less

• Compensation Benefits Manager

  • Jan 2006 - Dec 2009

  Responsible for all compensation and benefits plans, project management, external benchmarking, and implementation of new benefits to engage and motivate employees. •Developed a proactive compensation strategy including executive benchmarking and recommended adjustments for compliance and competitiveness to retain top talent.•Redesigned performance management program to include clearly defined core competencies and created 50% more employee touchpoints.•Responsible for development and negotiation of associate benefit plans, including health insurance, disability, tuition reimbursement, PTO and reward and recognition programs.•Created sales commission plans resulting in 10% greater productivity per employee while posting industry-leading customer satisfaction scores. Show less

• Director Human Resources

  • Jan 2000 - Dec 2005

  Responsible for Human Resource function including all policies and practices. Business partner to senior leadership team to align HR and organizational strategies. Led organizational development, compensation and benefits, employee relations, recruiting and retention, and culture. •Created a learning and development strategy, including leadership development program resulting in promotional opportunities for 80% of participants.•Built a proactive, strategic HR department focused on supporting corporate goals through associate development, consistent communication, and improved talent pool.•Designed a formal mentor program resulting in mentoring opportunities for 50% of the organization.•Created a purpose-driven culture focused on social responsibility that engaged 85% of the employee population by offering programs designed to give back. Show less

• Human Resources Manager

  • Jul 1991 - Dec 1999