People and Culture Manager

• Aug 2023 - Present

Human Resources Manager

• Aug 2020 - Mar 2023

• Oversaw HR matters and initiatives across 3 US offices and multiple remote working sites. Responsibilities included: benefits, employee relations, conflict resolution, organizational design, training implementation, performance management, C-Suite and management support, onboarding and offboarding, policy and practices, and compliance for 125 US employees and global managers. • Carried out recommended courses of action and procedures, consulted managers in best practices, conducted workplace investigations, and developed solutions for complex employee relations cases. • Developed and implemented global policies for 400+ staff for US, EMEA, and APAC regions. Knowledge of CA and NY state and local employment laws. • Utilized data to identify cost-saving prospects and mitigate risks for the business including negotiating benefits and service providers to save the company upwards of $330k. • Identified gaps and created learning & development and performance management programs that provided growth opportunities. Created regular DEI programming and the DEI Council. • Worked directly with senior management to counsel and plan effective changes across teams. • Analyzed trends and conducted wage reviews and benchmarking exercises, including job grading and creating salary bands; proposed competitive pay programs to ensure the organization attracts and retains top talent. Prepared quarterly division budgets. • Partnered with a multi-national senior leadership team to execute talent strategy for current and future talent needs (hourly and exempt), retention, return-to-office, and employee engagement. • Directly managed 2 direct reports and partnered in building out the current HR team of 9. • Project managed new software implementation, a PEO provider & HRIS transfer, and a 2023 US headquarters office move concurrently. Sourced project teams, evaluated vendors, created timelines, provided briefs, scheduled and led meetings, and ensured deadline & budget adherence. Show less

People & Recruiting Coordinator

• Jun 2018 - Mar 2020

• Acted as first point of contact for HR and recruiting concerns across 5 national offices. Supported global UK office. • Supported 9 business divisions and 18 teams with project and full-time staffing needs • Scheduled high-volume onsite, video, and phone interviews globally across time zones • Built and posted job descriptions. Recorded recruitment activity into our applicant tracking system, ensuring accuracy of tracked information. • Assisted in build-out and implementation of Vevo US diversity and inclusion initiatives and new employee onboarding process respectively • Managed onboarding and offboarding process including orientation, and entering and updating employees HRIS and ADP records • Developed trusting relationships with staff and leadership to better support talent needs, employee relations, and career growth. Acted as liaison between hiring managers, executives, and candidates. • Facilitated the onsite experience in all our global offices and served as a constant point of contact for external contacts including thorough communication and follow-up • Counseled recruiting teams and hiring managers using DEI data to create opportunities and help create a culture that appeals to diverse applicants and removes bias • Responsible for talent travel, including booking flights, lodging, and ground transportation, and tracking and managing expenses through Concur Show less

Recruiter (Fashion & Creative)

• Oct 2017 - Jun 2018

• Owned full-cycle recruitment process for temp and full-time roles within creative and fashion industries including: sourcing, screening, interview management, selection, offer, and candidate follow-up• Developed and managed talent pipelines including utilizing our applicant tracking system, direct sourcing, campus recruiting, job boards, and social media• Identified and upheld team recruitment metrics, including maintaining goal of 40+ interviews monthly• Worked with team leadership to understand client budget and staffing needs Show less

HR Operations Assistant

• Jul 2016 - Oct 2017

• Reviewed and inputted candidate onboarding documents including I9’s, W-4’s, state tax forms, and direct deposits. Managed all HR department records and employee files. • Supported office manager with overseeing general office operation, vendor management, reviewing and ordering supplies, drafting contracts, and managing staff calendars• Served as gatekeeper for client and employee requests and questions with high-levels of customer service. Answered, screened, and directed a high volume of phone calls. • Developed and maintained relationships with key partners, senior leadership, team members, vendors, and building management to further support employee productivity and satisfaction • Coordinated community events and deliverables for VP of Talent Development, including: coordinating all logistics, scheduling, maintaining budgets, designing visuals, and communication strategy Show less

Bravo and Oxygen - Press & Talent Intern

• Jan 2016 - May 2016

• Assisted publicists with talent management, including coordinating talent travel, appearances, and press days for "Housewives of Atlanta", "Housewives of New York", and "Housewives of Potomac" • Monitored press daily and created clip packets and social media reports in relation to Bravo and Oxygen media’s networks and talent for internal distribution • Provided logistical support for NBCUniversal press junkets and worked special events • Wrote press pitches for cast members of "Thicker Than Water" • Created talent one-sheets & assisted in prepping talent for phone interviews. Handled all gift mailings. • Tracked expenses, reservations, and credit card authorizations for SVP of the communications department, publicists, and talent. Also coded and processed invoices. Show less

Public Relations Intern (Entertainment/Fashion/Lifestyle)

• Jun 2015 - Aug 2015

• Drafted press releases and wrote digital press pitches to send to multiple forms of media • Contributed pitch angles, creative ideas, and content for major client publicity campaign • Developed and maintained team documents, publicity reports, press recaps, and media lists daily • Created promotional social media calendars and content across various platforms • Processed data entry using Excel and created successful client presentations using PowerPoint • Drafted press releases and wrote digital press pitches to send to multiple forms of media • Contributed pitch angles, creative ideas, and content for major client publicity campaign • Developed and maintained team documents, publicity reports, press recaps, and media lists daily • Created promotional social media calendars and content across various platforms • Processed data entry using Excel and created successful client presentations using PowerPoint

Marketing and Public Relations Intern

• Feb 2015 - May 2015

• Supported President of the organization by carrying out media events • Developed and updated media lists and prospective contact databases with over 2000+ contacts • Distributed Fashion Fights Cancer information & marketing materials with responsibility of following up. Also ensured project completeness and proofreading of information • Evaluated venues in addition to working with local promoters and sponsors for upcoming events • Supported President of the organization by carrying out media events • Developed and updated media lists and prospective contact databases with over 2000+ contacts • Distributed Fashion Fights Cancer information & marketing materials with responsibility of following up. Also ensured project completeness and proofreading of information • Evaluated venues in addition to working with local promoters and sponsors for upcoming events

Public Relations Intern

• Sep 2014 - Dec 2014

• Fulfilled sample trafficking requests and facilitated all PR gift mailings • Facilitated influencer outreach for Tommy Hilfiger, Guess, and additional luxury and contemporary brands under the Marc Fisher umbrella • Monitored product placements while staying current on print and digital fashion publications • Utilized organizational skills to maintain showrooms and press closets in addition to assisting the marketing team with ad-hoc administrative work • Fulfilled sample trafficking requests and facilitated all PR gift mailings • Facilitated influencer outreach for Tommy Hilfiger, Guess, and additional luxury and contemporary brands under the Marc Fisher umbrella • Monitored product placements while staying current on print and digital fashion publications • Utilized organizational skills to maintain showrooms and press closets in addition to assisting the marketing team with ad-hoc administrative work