Julie Folke, SPHR
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Corrine McKeehan
I had the extreme pleasure of working with Julie during her tenure with Staples. Regardless of what role I was in, I could count on her to be a great HR partner. She practiced fair and consistent policy administration, while ensuring the best interest of all parties was met. As my 'legal sounding board', Julie would go above and beyond to help me with any need I had. I never doubted her recommendations! As the HR Manager for our contact center, she encouraged good record-keeping and documentation skills. She taught each manager how to be a better leader through Vital Learning classes and yearly compliance classes such as Preventing Sexual Harassment and Union Avoidance. Julie is one of the most dedicated and passionate senior managers that I know! I can honestly say that because of her, I am a better manager today.
Lindee (Weed) Bjorlin SPHR, SHRM-CP
I was fortunate to have worked with Julie for over a decade, while at Staples; specifically on the same team for over two years. Julie was known for her no nonsense approach and her extensive experience in all areas of Human Resources. She was knowledgeable, dedicated and never afraid to challenge the status quo. I will always remember Julie saying
Corrine McKeehan
I had the extreme pleasure of working with Julie during her tenure with Staples. Regardless of what role I was in, I could count on her to be a great HR partner. She practiced fair and consistent policy administration, while ensuring the best interest of all parties was met. As my 'legal sounding board', Julie would go above and beyond to help me with any need I had. I never doubted her recommendations! As the HR Manager for our contact center, she encouraged good record-keeping and documentation skills. She taught each manager how to be a better leader through Vital Learning classes and yearly compliance classes such as Preventing Sexual Harassment and Union Avoidance. Julie is one of the most dedicated and passionate senior managers that I know! I can honestly say that because of her, I am a better manager today.
Lindee (Weed) Bjorlin SPHR, SHRM-CP
I was fortunate to have worked with Julie for over a decade, while at Staples; specifically on the same team for over two years. Julie was known for her no nonsense approach and her extensive experience in all areas of Human Resources. She was knowledgeable, dedicated and never afraid to challenge the status quo. I will always remember Julie saying
Corrine McKeehan
I had the extreme pleasure of working with Julie during her tenure with Staples. Regardless of what role I was in, I could count on her to be a great HR partner. She practiced fair and consistent policy administration, while ensuring the best interest of all parties was met. As my 'legal sounding board', Julie would go above and beyond to help me with any need I had. I never doubted her recommendations! As the HR Manager for our contact center, she encouraged good record-keeping and documentation skills. She taught each manager how to be a better leader through Vital Learning classes and yearly compliance classes such as Preventing Sexual Harassment and Union Avoidance. Julie is one of the most dedicated and passionate senior managers that I know! I can honestly say that because of her, I am a better manager today.
Lindee (Weed) Bjorlin SPHR, SHRM-CP
I was fortunate to have worked with Julie for over a decade, while at Staples; specifically on the same team for over two years. Julie was known for her no nonsense approach and her extensive experience in all areas of Human Resources. She was knowledgeable, dedicated and never afraid to challenge the status quo. I will always remember Julie saying
Corrine McKeehan
I had the extreme pleasure of working with Julie during her tenure with Staples. Regardless of what role I was in, I could count on her to be a great HR partner. She practiced fair and consistent policy administration, while ensuring the best interest of all parties was met. As my 'legal sounding board', Julie would go above and beyond to help me with any need I had. I never doubted her recommendations! As the HR Manager for our contact center, she encouraged good record-keeping and documentation skills. She taught each manager how to be a better leader through Vital Learning classes and yearly compliance classes such as Preventing Sexual Harassment and Union Avoidance. Julie is one of the most dedicated and passionate senior managers that I know! I can honestly say that because of her, I am a better manager today.
Lindee (Weed) Bjorlin SPHR, SHRM-CP
I was fortunate to have worked with Julie for over a decade, while at Staples; specifically on the same team for over two years. Julie was known for her no nonsense approach and her extensive experience in all areas of Human Resources. She was knowledgeable, dedicated and never afraid to challenge the status quo. I will always remember Julie saying
Experience
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Self Employed - Independent contractor
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New Zealand
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Human Resources Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Senior Human Resources Manager Consultant
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Jul 2021 - Present
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HR Partners International, Inc.
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United States
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Human Resources Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Sr. Human Resources Management Consultant
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Jul 2019 - Jul 2021
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Staples
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United States
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Retail Office Equipment
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700 & Above Employee
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Sr. Human Resources Manager
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Aug 2001 - Jan 2018
Led a successful and innovative HR team supporting ten contact centers across the US and CanadaAnalyzed business performance and goals and partnered with senior management to set HR team strategies and performance objectives to meet business challenges and optimize operational excellenceImplements people management processes for professional development of associates and managersIntroduced competency-based selection and hiring, job descriptions and performance appraisals for both exempt and non-exempt employeesLed multiple corporate-wide human resources projectsCounseled management team on performance management, investigations, discipline and terminations.Researched, wrote, and administered workplace policies and practices to support business goals, company culture, employee engagement, and legal compliance for US and Canadian locationsLed succession planning initiatives using tools such as nine-box ranking and competency-based assessmentMaintained a positive, productive and union-free work environment through extensive management training, effective employee feedback tools, great place to work initiatives and progressive employee engagement practicesDeveloped and facilitated training for management development, all HR disciplines, and change management.Implemented and monitored employee performance measurement and feedback tools for the US and CanadaKey partner in the development of a successful Work-at-Home Program for US and Canada, including the opening and support of two 100% virtual contact centersExperience working in global matrix structure Long term member of SHRM holding a SPHR certification and continuing HR education
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Self-Employed
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Real Estate
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1 - 100 Employee
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Human Resources Management Consultant
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Jan 1997 - Aug 2001
Independent contractor as a Sr Human Resource Professional in supply chain/distribution, banking, and customer service/ e-commerce. Independent contractor as a Sr Human Resource Professional in supply chain/distribution, banking, and customer service/ e-commerce.
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Education
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Indiana State University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Business/Corporate Communications
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