Executive Search Consultant

• Sep 2022 - Present

JBK Associates, Inc. is an award winning executive talent solutions organization specializing in the acquisition, management and development of senior level talent across a wide spectrum of functional responsibilities and industries. Founded in 2003 the company mission is focused on being a full service talent solutions firm that prides itself on its “high touch/high return” philosophy and values. JBK client relationships are truly partnerships, with the goal of becoming a trusted advisor and extension of our client team. JBK is known for delivering tailored talent solutions with a deep commitment to diversity and inclusion. Show less

Sr. Director, Global Talent Management

• Apr 2020 - Mar 2022

Implemented tools and programs to support leadership learning and development while driving synergies across PHC Group for TA and Talent Management processes.- Led Performance Management work stream to harmonize process across PHC Group companies- Designed and launched “stay interview” feedback survey targeted to 100+ critical employees. - Co-Led strategic planning and successful launch of Linked-in learning platform driving 80% activation and engagement rates during the first year. Rolled out multiple LiL programs to support new managers, business leaders and launched women’s leadership cohort. Expanded access to LiL platform across PHC Group.- Launched 360 feedback and Ezra digital coaching tools to support talent development- Supported vendor selection and design for PHC employee engagement survey; collaborated with senior leaders to review survey feedback and implement actions Show less

Director, Global Talent Management

• Aug 2017 - Mar 2020

- Established global Talent Management strategies and tools to attract, retain, and develop employees to drive feedback-based, high-performance culture. - Supported design, configuration and implementation of Talent Acquisition and Talent Management Workday processes supporting full-cycle recruitment, talent & performance activities enabling greater transparency and tracking of people processes while providing access for manager and employee self-service - Initiated corporate sponsorship of International Women’s Day driving YoY increase of employee awareness and participation in IWD campaigns 2020, 2021, and 2022. Facilitated gender bias workshops; established practices to increase representation of females at senior leadership levels- Culture Champion leader supporting efforts to reinforce and drive change management initiative, leading “culture talks” and developing turn-key manager toolkits focused on key behaviors. Introduced employee testimonials to highlight company culture. Show less

Director, Global Talent Acquisition

• Jan 2016 - Jul 2017

Global Human Resources professional with broad experience in talent management, performance management , employee relations and talent acquisition. Built and operationalized a global recruitment structure from scratch, establishing systems, processes and best practices to attract and hire top talent. Led a global recruitment team supporting global hiring across 38 countries. Developed Employer Value Proposition, competency based interview guides and employee referral process.

Sr. Manager HR Business Partner

• Mar 2013 - Dec 2015

Results driven global HR professional supporting Commercial Head Diabetes Care and DC Management team and Medical Care Finance teams on key HR topics. Partnered closely with leaders to support talent management and performance management initiatives. Led talent initiatives to backfill key positions on Diabetes Care Management Team. Led and interpreted employee survey feedback with management teams and put action plans in place to improve employee satisfaction. Trained leaders and implemented new core competencies for development dialogue and interview techniques. Supported reorganization of Finance team to align job positions with changing business needs. Onboarded Global VP Finance and led offsite meeting to bring global team with differing priorities into alignment. Developed commercial career path for Medical Care organization. Participated closely in divestiture activities for Diabetes Care from management meetings with potential buyers, through due diligence process, proposed and implemented retention plan for employees, supported carve out activities and transition of employees globally to a new stand alone company. Show less

Senior HR Business Partner

• Apr 2010 - Feb 2013

Provided HR support and strategic partnership for global functional teams; R&D, Global Marketing, Medical & Finance. Led talent management initiatives, supporting career development & planning, performance management, bi-annual talent reviews and calibration sessions.Provided coaching and guidance on employee relations issues, managed investigations, supported employees and managers through progressive performance plans up to and including terminations. Supported organizational changes and restructures to meet changing business needs, which included the divestment of three small business units from Bayer.Managed on boarding and repatriation for expat employees. Cross-functional team member working with teams across multiple US sites. Show less

Team Lead, Diabetes Care & CAO

• Nov 2008 - Apr 2010

Managed recruitment for Bayer Diabetes Care, CAO and Consumer Care organizations across multiple sites for each business. Led team of three recruiters providing guidance, support and problem solving. 100 positions filled in 2009. Launched HR//direct global recruiting processes supporting change initiatives during transition to shared services center model. Assisted in planning and launch of two applicant tracking systems; provided training & support to managers during transition periods. Led critical recruitment efforts for potential union strike in 2009. Show less

Recruiter

• Apr 2008 - Oct 2008

Vice President

• Jan 2000 - Jan 2008