Krista Berry, MS, PHR, SHRM-CP
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Cheryl S. Colavecchio, MS, SPHR, SHRM-SCP
As the HR/Benefits Administrator at CP Rochester, Krista was an integral part of building the HR Department and providing excellence in employee service. Her measured, balanced approach to all levels of employees and management establishes trust and partnership in working toward effective solutions. Krista has great strength in managing employee relations, benefits/wellness strategies, and human resources systems. Krista strives to expand her knowledge and skill base by her involvement with networking, seminars, and her volunteer HR board activity with Big Brothers Big Sisters. I highly recommend Krista both professionally and personally and am thrilled for her recent promotion and wonderful career opportunities that lie ahead.
Cheryl S. Colavecchio, MS, SPHR, SHRM-SCP
As the HR/Benefits Administrator at CP Rochester, Krista was an integral part of building the HR Department and providing excellence in employee service. Her measured, balanced approach to all levels of employees and management establishes trust and partnership in working toward effective solutions. Krista has great strength in managing employee relations, benefits/wellness strategies, and human resources systems. Krista strives to expand her knowledge and skill base by her involvement with networking, seminars, and her volunteer HR board activity with Big Brothers Big Sisters. I highly recommend Krista both professionally and personally and am thrilled for her recent promotion and wonderful career opportunities that lie ahead.
Cheryl S. Colavecchio, MS, SPHR, SHRM-SCP
As the HR/Benefits Administrator at CP Rochester, Krista was an integral part of building the HR Department and providing excellence in employee service. Her measured, balanced approach to all levels of employees and management establishes trust and partnership in working toward effective solutions. Krista has great strength in managing employee relations, benefits/wellness strategies, and human resources systems. Krista strives to expand her knowledge and skill base by her involvement with networking, seminars, and her volunteer HR board activity with Big Brothers Big Sisters. I highly recommend Krista both professionally and personally and am thrilled for her recent promotion and wonderful career opportunities that lie ahead.
Cheryl S. Colavecchio, MS, SPHR, SHRM-SCP
As the HR/Benefits Administrator at CP Rochester, Krista was an integral part of building the HR Department and providing excellence in employee service. Her measured, balanced approach to all levels of employees and management establishes trust and partnership in working toward effective solutions. Krista has great strength in managing employee relations, benefits/wellness strategies, and human resources systems. Krista strives to expand her knowledge and skill base by her involvement with networking, seminars, and her volunteer HR board activity with Big Brothers Big Sisters. I highly recommend Krista both professionally and personally and am thrilled for her recent promotion and wonderful career opportunities that lie ahead.
Credentials
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Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt (ICYB)
GLC Business ServicesJun, 2022- Nov, 2024 -
PHR
HR Certification Institute - HRCIDec, 2017- Nov, 2024 -
SHRM-CP
SHRMDec, 2017- Nov, 2024 -
Certified Professional Behavior Analyst (CPBA) ~ DiSC Certification
Target Training International (TTI) Performance Systems CurriculumMar, 2016- Nov, 2024 -
NYS Life, Accident and Health License
NYS Department of Financial ServicesMay, 2013- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Hickok Center for Brain Injury
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Board Member
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Apr 2023 - Present
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Common Ground Health
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United States
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Hospitals and Health Care
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1 - 100 Employee
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Human Resources Manager
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May 2015 - Present
I oversee transactional, operational and strategic HR functions, including responsibilities in employee relations, training & development, benefits administration & compliance, compensation, organizational development, and talent management. I develop and lead initiatives that will provide an employee-oriented, high performance culture of excellence. I oversee transactional, operational and strategic HR functions, including responsibilities in employee relations, training & development, benefits administration & compliance, compensation, organizational development, and talent management. I develop and lead initiatives that will provide an employee-oriented, high performance culture of excellence.
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National Human Resources Association - Rochester, NY Affiliate
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United States
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Human Resources Services
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Board of Directors - Co-Director of Marketing
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Jun 2011 - Jun 2021
The National Human Resources Association is focused on advancing the development and leadership of human resource professionals. Our Rochester Affiliate does this by: creating a welcoming environment where you can easily connect with other HR professionals, offering diverse and relevant professional development offerings with pre-approved HRCI credits that help you excel in your field, and providing opportunities for members to grow and develop as they lead through involvement in our community outreach efforts, mentoring initiative, service on the Board of Directors or event-based volunteering. Show less
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Bond Benefits Consulting
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United States
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Insurance
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1 - 100 Employee
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Assistant Client Services Manager
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Aug 2014 - May 2015
Assisted in managing workflow and leading the Client Services team. I trained and mentored new employees and provided ongoing support to the team specifically in the area of problem solving and resolution. I focused on creating and implementing consistent processes and procedures for the team. I was involved in the recruitment and selection process.
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Healthcare Coordinator
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Aug 2011 - May 2015
Bond Financial Network provides professional management of employee benefits. We design employee benefit plans to help employers reduce costs and maximize the organization’s value to all stakeholders.I provided support to Bond Benefits Consultants and Account Managers by preparing client quotes for healthcare benefit renewals, analyzing client bills, creating benefit comparisons, conducting financial analysis, preparing open enrollment educational kits for employees and preparing other related materials for client meetings. I advocated on behalf of and represented our clients and their employees with carriers and vendors through claims advocacy and assisting with general benefit plan related questions. Executed quick decisions with regard to established policies or procedures to ensure exceptional customer service. My background in Human Resources allowed me to assist clients in developing strategic planning initiatives in regards to employee benefits. Show less
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CP Rochester
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United States
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Individual and Family Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director of Human Resources
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Oct 2009 - Aug 2011
Ensured all program and department services provided by the agency met agency performance standards, regulatory requirements, and funding/budgetary targets. Ensured compliance with agency policy, procedures, and standards. Responsible for the oversight of 2 full-time Human Resource Generalists including department oversight of employee benefits administration, recruiting, HR Compliance, all employee relations, HRIS and HR support to all departments. Major activities include streamlining HR and benefit related processes, HR compliance, pension administration, development of personnel policies and procedures, open enrollment planning and performance management coaching. Show less
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HR Benefits Administrator
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Jul 2002 - Oct 2009
Coordinated benefits administration and communication activities for employees. Provided HR Generalist support and management guidance for all employee relations issues. Provided census reporting and trend data for all HR-related functions. Provided outsourced Human Resource support to non-profit agencies within the Al Sigl Center partnership. Specifically involved with CP Rochester and the Epilepsy Foundation.
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Wegmans Food Markets
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United States
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Retail
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700 & Above Employee
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Front End Coordinator
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Jul 1992 - Dec 2000
I held a variety of postions in my tenure at Wegmans including Cashier, Accounting Office clerk, Service Desk clerk, Sign Shop clerk, Front End Coordinator and Night Manager •Built and maintained customer relationships through strong interpersonal skills. •Supervised large groups of employees and provided training. •Completed Manager in Training program. •Oversight of basic store operations, ensuring quality work and professionalism. •Generated sales reports; closed store. I held a variety of postions in my tenure at Wegmans including Cashier, Accounting Office clerk, Service Desk clerk, Sign Shop clerk, Front End Coordinator and Night Manager •Built and maintained customer relationships through strong interpersonal skills. •Supervised large groups of employees and provided training. •Completed Manager in Training program. •Oversight of basic store operations, ensuring quality work and professionalism. •Generated sales reports; closed store.
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Education
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St. John Fisher University
MS, Human Resource Development -
Alfred University
BA