Experience

Great Hearts Texas

• United States
• Primary and Secondary Education
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Vice President of Human Resources

  • Aug 2023 - Present

  Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex

• Director of Human Resources

  • May 2023 - Aug 2023

  Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex



Mental Wellness Unleashed

• United States
• Human Resources Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Co-Founder, Human Resources Executive and Consultant

  • Jan 2018 - Present

  Partner and consult with leaders to develop human resources strategies and organizational effectiveness that supports a best-in-class employee workplace culture. Design programs that promote and foster psychological safety, mindful skills, resilience, education and awareness creating optimal employee wellbeing for peak performance improving the company’s bottom line. Collaborate with leaders on recruitment and retention efforts, succession planning, employee relations and performance… Show more Partner and consult with leaders to develop human resources strategies and organizational effectiveness that supports a best-in-class employee workplace culture. Design programs that promote and foster psychological safety, mindful skills, resilience, education and awareness creating optimal employee wellbeing for peak performance improving the company’s bottom line. Collaborate with leaders on recruitment and retention efforts, succession planning, employee relations and performance management targeting skills, through talent development and management. Oversee client relationships and drive organizational and business development providing strategic direction building an inclusive workforce environment and sense of belonging. Maximize strategic frameworks to bring change and awareness through initiatives that execute programs unique to the needs of the organization. Develop and facilitates trainings, workshops, and speaking engagements sustaining leaders and employees desired experiences and outcomes. Show less



OneDigital

• Brazil
• Advertising Services

• Human Resources Consultant

  • Feb 2022 - Aug 2023

  Dallas, Texas, United States Provides HR Consulting services for employee relations, performance management, employment policies, compliance, employment law, employee engagement, training, leadership and employee development, workplace culture, talent acquisition and talent management.



Diversity Crew

• United States
• Human Resources Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Keynote Speaker and Educator

  • Oct 2020 - Mar 2023

  Diversity Crew is a consortium made up of equal partners focusing on diversity and inclusion. Our role at Diversity Crew is to create equity for an incredible tapestry of humans. We create strategy and oversee actions that lead to more satisfied team members and stakeholders who believe in your vision.



KED Coaching and Consulting

• Human Resources Senior Consultant

  • 2013 - Jan 2018

  ► Engaged in transformational work and a high level of business acumen. Developed and partnered with leadership in strategic decision making and organizational and operational change within the company. Partnered with leadership on recruitment efforts, employee relations issues, benefits administration, employment law, performance management and succession planning ► Consulted with departmental leaders to develop Human Resources policies and procedures and successfully implements… Show more ► Engaged in transformational work and a high level of business acumen. Developed and partnered with leadership in strategic decision making and organizational and operational change within the company. Partnered with leadership on recruitment efforts, employee relations issues, benefits administration, employment law, performance management and succession planning ► Consulted with departmental leaders to develop Human Resources policies and procedures and successfully implements processes to ensure company and regulatory compliance. ► Trained and motivated leaders and their teams to take company goals to the next phase of growth. Leverages, develops, and transforms organizational culture to develop business goals and employee engagement initiatives promoting talent development and growth. Strategic Organizational Design, Leadership Development, Talent Acquisition, Change Management, Employee Engagement, Employee Retention, Employment Law Practices, Regulatory Compliance, Executive Coaching, Labor Relations, Employee Relations, Internal Investigations, EEOC, Mediation, Performance Management, Talent Development and Management, Succession Planning, HRIS, 401k Administration, Training and Development, Immigration, Compensation Design, Bonus and Commission Plans, Benefits Administration. Show less



Wunderman

• Advertising Services
• 700 & Above Employee

• Human Resources Director

  • 2017 - 2018

  Dallas/Fort Worth Area ► Consulted and served on the Executive Leadership Team within the global Wunderman Data Analytics organization leveraging HR initiatives. ► Engaged with key business leaders to ensure a strategic human resources plan that drives business success. Included a comprehensive workforce strategy aligned with the HR Business Initiatives. ► Achieved success by partnering across the broader Wunderman organization as an HR business partner and specialist support in the areas of… Show more ► Consulted and served on the Executive Leadership Team within the global Wunderman Data Analytics organization leveraging HR initiatives. ► Engaged with key business leaders to ensure a strategic human resources plan that drives business success. Included a comprehensive workforce strategy aligned with the HR Business Initiatives. ► Achieved success by partnering across the broader Wunderman organization as an HR business partner and specialist support in the areas of business strategy and operations, organizational development, learning & development, talent acquisition and management, employee relations, employment law practives and employee engagement. ► Partnered with the Wunderman Global HR team to own and drive global initiatives and champion a collaborative culture. Show less



THERAPY 2000

• United States
• Hospitals and Health Care
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Executive Director of Human Resources

  • 2014 - 2016

  Dallas, Texas ► Served on the Executive Leadership Team. ► Managed strategic planning, budget administration, executive management decisions and governing body. ► Managed oversight of HR functions including recruiting, new-hire orientation, employee relations, training, HRIS system, payroll, benefits, as well as disciplinary and termination procedures. ► Provided direction and focus on consistent employment practices, in compliance with state and federal law including ADA, FMLA, EEOC… Show more ► Served on the Executive Leadership Team. ► Managed strategic planning, budget administration, executive management decisions and governing body. ► Managed oversight of HR functions including recruiting, new-hire orientation, employee relations, training, HRIS system, payroll, benefits, as well as disciplinary and termination procedures. ► Provided direction and focus on consistent employment practices, in compliance with state and federal law including ADA, FMLA, EEOC, HR Compliance, and Worker’s Compensation. ► Served as Plan Sponsor for self-funded benefits department and 401k Retirement Plan . ► Coordinated investigation processes regarding employee complaints, discipline and employee relation issues. Show less



Wells Fargo

• United States
• Financial Services
• 700 & Above Employee

• Human Resources and Talent Acquisition Senior Recruiting Consultant

  • 2013 - 2014

  Dallas/Fort Worth Area ► Consulted with Senior Human Resources Leaders and Executives on staffing trends and high-level recruiting strategies. ► Provided full-cycle recruitment for HR Leaders across the Consumer Lending Group (CLG) enterprise. ► Served as a Subject Matter Expert regarding recruitment processes and practices. ► Provided expertise to leaders in Staff Management, Recruitment Systems, and SOP Hiring Policies. ► Ensured OFCCP compliance and all other federal regulations were… Show more ► Consulted with Senior Human Resources Leaders and Executives on staffing trends and high-level recruiting strategies. ► Provided full-cycle recruitment for HR Leaders across the Consumer Lending Group (CLG) enterprise. ► Served as a Subject Matter Expert regarding recruitment processes and practices. ► Provided expertise to leaders in Staff Management, Recruitment Systems, and SOP Hiring Policies. ► Ensured OFCCP compliance and all other federal regulations were followed to mitigate risk. Show less



Parkland Hospital

• United States
• Medical Practices
• 1 - 100 Employee

• HR Organizational Development Specialist

  • 2012 - 2013

  Dallas, Texas ► Managed organizational change and successfully created job competencies for a myriad of non- clinical positions including management and executive level. ► Led change through consultation with leaders on employee and organizational competencies. ► Collaborated with team to develop strategic priorities. Consulted department leaders on best proficiencies and practices. ► Partnered with 215 leaders, developing job specific requirements for 1,800 employees in 250 job… Show more ► Managed organizational change and successfully created job competencies for a myriad of non- clinical positions including management and executive level. ► Led change through consultation with leaders on employee and organizational competencies. ► Collaborated with team to develop strategic priorities. Consulted department leaders on best proficiencies and practices. ► Partnered with 215 leaders, developing job specific requirements for 1,800 employees in 250 job codes. Show less



University of Texas, Southwestern Medical Center

• United States
• Higher Education
• 400 - 500 Employee

• Human Resources Manager/Administration

  • 2011 - 2012

  Dallas/Fort Worth Area ► Served as theHuman Resources Consultant to business unit operations for the Pediatrics Department consisting of seventeen divisions. ► Developed organizational change to ensure operational efficiency for Faculty and Staff. ► Provided Executive Coaching and Mediation to Faculty and Classified Staff. Managed employee relations issues and conflict resolution. ► Managed all staffing and reduced turnover by 20% by effectively completing compensation analysis and evaluation… Show more ► Served as theHuman Resources Consultant to business unit operations for the Pediatrics Department consisting of seventeen divisions. ► Developed organizational change to ensure operational efficiency for Faculty and Staff. ► Provided Executive Coaching and Mediation to Faculty and Classified Staff. Managed employee relations issues and conflict resolution. ► Managed all staffing and reduced turnover by 20% by effectively completing compensation analysis and evaluation. ► Facilitated training within Organizational Development, Management Enhancement and Performance Evaluation. ► Facilitated New Employee Orientation and conducted onboarding for all Faculty and Staff positions.

• Senior Human Resources Recruiter

  • 2007 - 2011

  Dallas/Fort Worth Area ► Senior Human Resources Recruiter for Southwestern Medical Center consisting of over 10,000 employees. ► Supported and recruited top financial leaders for Executive Departmental Leaders ► Interpreted policies and procedures and made recommendations to Executive Management. ► Introduced new recruiting strategies to Executive Leadership reducing hiring costs. ► Provided direction to Executive Leadership on candidate qualifications and Recruitment… Show more ► Senior Human Resources Recruiter for Southwestern Medical Center consisting of over 10,000 employees. ► Supported and recruited top financial leaders for Executive Departmental Leaders ► Interpreted policies and procedures and made recommendations to Executive Management. ► Introduced new recruiting strategies to Executive Leadership reducing hiring costs. ► Provided direction to Executive Leadership on candidate qualifications and Recruitment policies. ► Worked closely with EEOC and Human Resources regarding legal and employee relations issues.



Medical Health Solutions

• United States
• Medical Practices
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Human Resources Manager

  • 2006 - 2007

  Irving, TX ► Managed HR operations for 1000 employees within Customer Service and Special Care Pharmacy departments. ► Developed and implemented programs to increase organizational capability. ► Served as a Labor Liaison for two union organizations which included labor contract administration. ► Implemented payroll, benefits administration, HRIS management, recruitment and HR process development processes. ► Managed employee relations issues including conducting… Show more ► Managed HR operations for 1000 employees within Customer Service and Special Care Pharmacy departments. ► Developed and implemented programs to increase organizational capability. ► Served as a Labor Liaison for two union organizations which included labor contract administration. ► Implemented payroll, benefits administration, HRIS management, recruitment and HR process development processes. ► Managed employee relations issues including conducting investigations and EEOC claims. Show less



Children's Health

• United Kingdom
• Medical Practices
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Human Resources Consultant

  • 2002 - 2005

  Dallas, Texas ► Managed HR initiatives, developed and advised management on HR policies and procedures for 1500 employees. ► Provided guidance to managers on employment law, conflict resolution and harassment investigations. ► Counseled managers on employee relations issues, increasing productivity and reducing turnover. ► Produced high-quality outcomes by improving communications and measured effectiveness. ► Conducted and facilitated HIPPA regulations and investigated… Show more ► Managed HR initiatives, developed and advised management on HR policies and procedures for 1500 employees. ► Provided guidance to managers on employment law, conflict resolution and harassment investigations. ► Counseled managers on employee relations issues, increasing productivity and reducing turnover. ► Produced high-quality outcomes by improving communications and measured effectiveness. ► Conducted and facilitated HIPPA regulations and investigated violations with IT Security to ensure compliance. ► Key contributor in assisting Children’s Medical Center in becoming one of the #1 trauma hospital units during the compliance survey year by Joint Commission. ► Created and established a company-wide Ethics and Compliance Hotline and effectively investigated issues and complaints. Show less



Nortel Networks

• Telecommunications
• 700 & Above Employee

• Human Resources Senior Generalist/ Manager

  • 2000 - 2001

  Dallas, Texas ► Managed HR activities for over 1500 engineering employees. Advised VP of Engineering on Business Strategies. ► Managed downsizing efforts and increased profitability by lowering costs 20% and streamlining business practices. ► Facilitated realignment of the Engineering Wireless Organization and delivered key networking solutions. ► Spearheaded Talent Segmentation Program to provide compensation analysis to Executive Leadership team. ► Developed and facilitated… Show more ► Managed HR activities for over 1500 engineering employees. Advised VP of Engineering on Business Strategies. ► Managed downsizing efforts and increased profitability by lowering costs 20% and streamlining business practices. ► Facilitated realignment of the Engineering Wireless Organization and delivered key networking solutions. ► Spearheaded Talent Segmentation Program to provide compensation analysis to Executive Leadership team. ► Developed and facilitated training programs to increase management leadership capacity. Show less



Fidelity Investments

• United States
• Financial Services
• 700 & Above Employee

• Human Resources Generalist and Organizational Development Facilitator

  • 1995 - 2000

  Dallas/Fort Worth Area ► Organized and coordinated HR activities and training for a retail call center of 4000 employees. ► Counseled managers and employees on HR policies and procedures. ► Conducted training programs for management including Influential Leadership and Team Effectiveness. ► Managed the Employee Satisfaction Survey process; conducted analysis and reviewed with management. ► Designed and facilitated weekly Corporate New Hire Orientation for newly hired staff. ►… Show more ► Organized and coordinated HR activities and training for a retail call center of 4000 employees. ► Counseled managers and employees on HR policies and procedures. ► Conducted training programs for management including Influential Leadership and Team Effectiveness. ► Managed the Employee Satisfaction Survey process; conducted analysis and reviewed with management. ► Designed and facilitated weekly Corporate New Hire Orientation for newly hired staff. ► Assisted with the implementation of the Succession Planning Program for employees and management. Show less