Lorry Parker - SPHR

Senior Director of Human Resources at Family Star Montessori
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Denver, Colorado, United States, US

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Jordan Taylor

I had the pleasure of working with Lorry through a company HR revamp! I was thankful that Lorry came in and provided our company with our first HR handbook. She helped us implement good employee practices, and truly mentored me through a job transition into management. She helped bring a positive culture to our company when we needed it the most and I had the privilege of working with Lorry through a recruitment process for a new hire. She dedicated time every day for several weeks making sure that I found the right fit. Her professional expertise throughout the process was outstanding. Though we were technically co-workers at the same professional level, Lorry was a great mentor and teacher for me. Lorry has my highest recommendation and if you ever have the pleasure of working with her--you and your company will be very lucky.

Andy Lu

I really have enjoyed the co-working time with Lorry. Lorry came cross with me on HR integration work of Unilever newly acquisition brand - Blueair. Her collaborative leadership style with a natural ability to capitalize upon diverse human capital talents proven by achieving corporate objectives through engaged employees and uncompromised company culture really have been helped me to build new eCommerce structure within the company in fast speed, which is critical for Blueair North America business grow and thrive in coming year. Besides of that, I enjoy working with her as she is a assertive, passionate and charming character in person. I definitely see her influence to the team and office here in a good way and I highly recommend her to work as HR strategic and operation consultant role.

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Credentials

  • Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the Workplace Certificate
    USF Corporate Training and Professional Education
    Apr, 2022
    - Sep, 2024
  • SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP)
    SHRM
    Jan, 2015
    - Sep, 2024
  • SPHR
    HRCi
    Jun, 2012
    - Sep, 2024
  • SixSigma Green Belt
    Chicago Deming Association - SixSigma Masters Program

Experience

    • United States
    • Education Administration Programs
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Senior Director of Human Resources
      • Jan 2023 - Present

      Early Childhood Education and Development Early Childhood Education and Development

    • United States
    • Hospitals and Health Care
    • 100 - 200 Employee
    • Human Resource Director
      • Mar 2021 - Dec 2022

      Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) which provides medical, dental, and behavioral health to the underserved population at multiple clinics throughout the Metro Denver area. • Oversee a staff of seven. Acquired an HR Manager, two Generalists, an HR Admin and more recruitment talent for continual success of organizational growth trajectory. • Transitioned COBRA administration to a third-party vendor to allow better HR staff utilization • Realigned Insurance benefits for more robust… Show more Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) which provides medical, dental, and behavioral health to the underserved population at multiple clinics throughout the Metro Denver area. • Oversee a staff of seven. Acquired an HR Manager, two Generalists, an HR Admin and more recruitment talent for continual success of organizational growth trajectory. • Transitioned COBRA administration to a third-party vendor to allow better HR staff utilization • Realigned Insurance benefits for more robust Plans that entice and retain top talent without adding to overall cost • Transitioning FMLA administration to a third-party vendor, saving a fulltime staff member for more appropriate responsibilities • Partnering as a panel member with colleagues and executive staff for ongoing companywide Diversity, Equity and Inclusion training for a continued sensitive and equitable culture • Overhaul policy to align with Mission and Culture • Oversee all employee relation issues through pandemic burnout in a Healthcare organization • Acquired additional recruitment talent for continual success of organizational growth trajectory • Transitioned COBRA administration to a third-party vendor to allow better HR staff utilization • Realigned Insurance benefits for more robust Plans that entice and retain top talent without adding to overall cost • Transitioning FMLA administration to a third-party vendor, saving a fulltime staff member for more appropriate responsibilities • Partnering as a panel member with colleagues and executive staff for ongoing companywide Diversity, Equity and Inclusion training for a continued sensitive and equitable culture Show less Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) which provides medical, dental, and behavioral health to the underserved population at multiple clinics throughout the Metro Denver area. • Oversee a staff of seven. Acquired an HR Manager, two Generalists, an HR Admin and more recruitment talent for continual success of organizational growth trajectory. • Transitioned COBRA administration to a third-party vendor to allow better HR staff utilization • Realigned Insurance benefits for more robust… Show more Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) which provides medical, dental, and behavioral health to the underserved population at multiple clinics throughout the Metro Denver area. • Oversee a staff of seven. Acquired an HR Manager, two Generalists, an HR Admin and more recruitment talent for continual success of organizational growth trajectory. • Transitioned COBRA administration to a third-party vendor to allow better HR staff utilization • Realigned Insurance benefits for more robust Plans that entice and retain top talent without adding to overall cost • Transitioning FMLA administration to a third-party vendor, saving a fulltime staff member for more appropriate responsibilities • Partnering as a panel member with colleagues and executive staff for ongoing companywide Diversity, Equity and Inclusion training for a continued sensitive and equitable culture • Overhaul policy to align with Mission and Culture • Oversee all employee relation issues through pandemic burnout in a Healthcare organization • Acquired additional recruitment talent for continual success of organizational growth trajectory • Transitioned COBRA administration to a third-party vendor to allow better HR staff utilization • Realigned Insurance benefits for more robust Plans that entice and retain top talent without adding to overall cost • Transitioning FMLA administration to a third-party vendor, saving a fulltime staff member for more appropriate responsibilities • Partnering as a panel member with colleagues and executive staff for ongoing companywide Diversity, Equity and Inclusion training for a continued sensitive and equitable culture Show less

    • Legal Services
    • 100 - 200 Employee
    • Human Resouce Director
      • Jul 2019 - Mar 2021

      A single-person Department over 125+ employees in County’s largest employer • Talent Management strategies and Employee relations expertise brought employment litigation from an average of four (4) annually in the last decade to zero - a substantial savings in litigation costs. • Led with outside firm to develop a compensation structure which has never existed before, bringing consistency throughout the County and to be competitive with Market in salary and benefits. • Implemented… Show more A single-person Department over 125+ employees in County’s largest employer • Talent Management strategies and Employee relations expertise brought employment litigation from an average of four (4) annually in the last decade to zero - a substantial savings in litigation costs. • Led with outside firm to develop a compensation structure which has never existed before, bringing consistency throughout the County and to be competitive with Market in salary and benefits. • Implemented process which enticed top national talent into the organization, creating efficiencies and reducing turnover from over 30% to less than 10% in 12 months. • Guided Commissioners in organizational restructuring for long-term strategies, resulting in ongoing cost savings of over $150,000 taxpayer dollars in the first three (3) months alone. • Brought HR practices into compliance, savings tens of thousands of dollars in audit penalties • Developed countywide Covid-19 workforce policies and procedures including teleworking agreements and standards of practice. Show less A single-person Department over 125+ employees in County’s largest employer • Talent Management strategies and Employee relations expertise brought employment litigation from an average of four (4) annually in the last decade to zero - a substantial savings in litigation costs. • Led with outside firm to develop a compensation structure which has never existed before, bringing consistency throughout the County and to be competitive with Market in salary and benefits. • Implemented… Show more A single-person Department over 125+ employees in County’s largest employer • Talent Management strategies and Employee relations expertise brought employment litigation from an average of four (4) annually in the last decade to zero - a substantial savings in litigation costs. • Led with outside firm to develop a compensation structure which has never existed before, bringing consistency throughout the County and to be competitive with Market in salary and benefits. • Implemented process which enticed top national talent into the organization, creating efficiencies and reducing turnover from over 30% to less than 10% in 12 months. • Guided Commissioners in organizational restructuring for long-term strategies, resulting in ongoing cost savings of over $150,000 taxpayer dollars in the first three (3) months alone. • Brought HR practices into compliance, savings tens of thousands of dollars in audit penalties • Developed countywide Covid-19 workforce policies and procedures including teleworking agreements and standards of practice. Show less

    • Principal -Sr Advisor
      • 2014 - Jul 2019

      Analyze full-scope Human Resource needs and project management for clients in varied industries including Engineering firms, Marketing agencies, Professional services, and healthcare. Successful client projects include overseeing a full corporate acquisition, build an entire HR department, STEM recruitment, Handbook creation, Employee investigation and relation issue resolution, I-9 Compliance Audit, create Performance Evaluation process, ACA Reporting, and Benefit negotiations. Analyze full-scope Human Resource needs and project management for clients in varied industries including Engineering firms, Marketing agencies, Professional services, and healthcare. Successful client projects include overseeing a full corporate acquisition, build an entire HR department, STEM recruitment, Handbook creation, Employee investigation and relation issue resolution, I-9 Compliance Audit, create Performance Evaluation process, ACA Reporting, and Benefit negotiations.

    • United States
    • Civic and Social Organizations
    • Career Coach
      • Apr 2011 - Jul 2019

      • Coach Veterans who are transitioning from the military to civilian workforce with translating transferable skills from military terms into civilian terms, assess types of qualified jobs, resume writing, and interviewing skills. • Search and network with companies that have job openings to potentially place veterans. • Coach Veterans who are transitioning from the military to civilian workforce with translating transferable skills from military terms into civilian terms, assess types of qualified jobs, resume writing, and interviewing skills. • Search and network with companies that have job openings to potentially place veterans.

    • Vice President of Human Resources
      • 2012 - 2013

      As Vice President of Human Resources directly reporting to CEO/President, oversee the HR department of 125 employees with two direct reports in a heavily regulated financial/banking industry. Implemented a new electronic time and attendance system Converted payroll from twice monthly to biweekly within three months of coming on board. Converted to a new payroll system (from Paychex to Paylocity) Successfully negotiated benefits with the reduction of 7% for 2013 Talent… Show more As Vice President of Human Resources directly reporting to CEO/President, oversee the HR department of 125 employees with two direct reports in a heavily regulated financial/banking industry. Implemented a new electronic time and attendance system Converted payroll from twice monthly to biweekly within three months of coming on board. Converted to a new payroll system (from Paychex to Paylocity) Successfully negotiated benefits with the reduction of 7% for 2013 Talent management increase of 20% of employee workforce from entry-level to executive positions Currently updating all job descriptions and revamping the entire performance evaluation process. Also redeveloping the employee handbook which is not been updated since 2005. Moderated Management Engagement and HealthCare Reform presentations Show less As Vice President of Human Resources directly reporting to CEO/President, oversee the HR department of 125 employees with two direct reports in a heavily regulated financial/banking industry. Implemented a new electronic time and attendance system Converted payroll from twice monthly to biweekly within three months of coming on board. Converted to a new payroll system (from Paychex to Paylocity) Successfully negotiated benefits with the reduction of 7% for 2013 Talent… Show more As Vice President of Human Resources directly reporting to CEO/President, oversee the HR department of 125 employees with two direct reports in a heavily regulated financial/banking industry. Implemented a new electronic time and attendance system Converted payroll from twice monthly to biweekly within three months of coming on board. Converted to a new payroll system (from Paychex to Paylocity) Successfully negotiated benefits with the reduction of 7% for 2013 Talent management increase of 20% of employee workforce from entry-level to executive positions Currently updating all job descriptions and revamping the entire performance evaluation process. Also redeveloping the employee handbook which is not been updated since 2005. Moderated Management Engagement and HealthCare Reform presentations Show less

    • HR Management
      • Jul 2008 - 2011

      HR Management reporting directly to COO and CEO of a minority-owned business with partnership of two CPG Fortune 100s in the office products and services industry. • Engaged C-suite with new strategies and negotiated/implemented ongoing cost-effective measures in the ever-changing area of healthcare, resulting in minimal increases for 2009 and 2010, including plan benefit enhancements, and achieved decreases in 2011 rates without any plan design changes. • Saved thousands of dollars… Show more HR Management reporting directly to COO and CEO of a minority-owned business with partnership of two CPG Fortune 100s in the office products and services industry. • Engaged C-suite with new strategies and negotiated/implemented ongoing cost-effective measures in the ever-changing area of healthcare, resulting in minimal increases for 2009 and 2010, including plan benefit enhancements, and achieved decreases in 2011 rates without any plan design changes. • Saved thousands of dollars annually as a result from spearheading a virtual time and attendance program to be implemented nationally, streamlining the process of payroll, benefit accruals, time off requests, and reporting. • Nationally managed all facets of employment including job postings, interviews, pre-employment screenings, investigations, workers’ comp, STD/LTD claims, performance plans, and terminations. • Led all EEOC compliance including AAP tracking, analyzing, reporting data annually when company acquired a government contract. • Strong business acumen used to develop appropriate strategic initiatives with a hands-on approach to solutions. • Led and implemented virtual training of employees from new hire orientation to continued employee education of annual benefits, company policies, and governmental employment laws. • Continual review and amending of organization’s policy and procedures as it pertains to changing federal and multi-state employment law. • Administrated multi-state biweekly earnings, commissions, and bonus payrolls as well as garnishments, 401(k) loans, and hardship withdrawals via ADP systems. Show less HR Management reporting directly to COO and CEO of a minority-owned business with partnership of two CPG Fortune 100s in the office products and services industry. • Engaged C-suite with new strategies and negotiated/implemented ongoing cost-effective measures in the ever-changing area of healthcare, resulting in minimal increases for 2009 and 2010, including plan benefit enhancements, and achieved decreases in 2011 rates without any plan design changes. • Saved thousands of dollars… Show more HR Management reporting directly to COO and CEO of a minority-owned business with partnership of two CPG Fortune 100s in the office products and services industry. • Engaged C-suite with new strategies and negotiated/implemented ongoing cost-effective measures in the ever-changing area of healthcare, resulting in minimal increases for 2009 and 2010, including plan benefit enhancements, and achieved decreases in 2011 rates without any plan design changes. • Saved thousands of dollars annually as a result from spearheading a virtual time and attendance program to be implemented nationally, streamlining the process of payroll, benefit accruals, time off requests, and reporting. • Nationally managed all facets of employment including job postings, interviews, pre-employment screenings, investigations, workers’ comp, STD/LTD claims, performance plans, and terminations. • Led all EEOC compliance including AAP tracking, analyzing, reporting data annually when company acquired a government contract. • Strong business acumen used to develop appropriate strategic initiatives with a hands-on approach to solutions. • Led and implemented virtual training of employees from new hire orientation to continued employee education of annual benefits, company policies, and governmental employment laws. • Continual review and amending of organization’s policy and procedures as it pertains to changing federal and multi-state employment law. • Administrated multi-state biweekly earnings, commissions, and bonus payrolls as well as garnishments, 401(k) loans, and hardship withdrawals via ADP systems. Show less

    • United States
    • HR Director
      • 2000 - 2008

      Director of HR reporting to CEO/President of a premier leader in the wall covering industry. Hired to create, build, and oversee the Human Resource department from ground floor of this privately held Supply Chain distributor. •Solely responsible for all facets of HR including recruitment, benefits, compensation, employee relations, and government compliance nationwide. •Created new employee handbooks for multi-state nonunion organization. •Successful evaluation and design to… Show more Director of HR reporting to CEO/President of a premier leader in the wall covering industry. Hired to create, build, and oversee the Human Resource department from ground floor of this privately held Supply Chain distributor. •Solely responsible for all facets of HR including recruitment, benefits, compensation, employee relations, and government compliance nationwide. •Created new employee handbooks for multi-state nonunion organization. •Successful evaluation and design to organizational infrastructure and lead initiatives which resulted in measured improvements and achieved business objectives. •Committed to achieve key performance metrics and drive for company-wide consistency. •Partnered with fellow senior managers and owners to strategize best practices in company growth and development. •Administrated all HR functions of several acquisitions and mergers. •Fostered motivation and encouraged excellence in employees by positive influence. •Developed comprehensive performance evaluation forms. •Conducted mandated governmental compliance testing and ensured all regulations were adhered to including 401(k) NDT, NDP, and 5500s. •Actively contributed to annual marketing and negotiating renewals of medical, dental, and life insurance benefits. Facilitated all open enrollments of insurance and 401(k) plans as well as day-to-day administration. •Oversaw Workers’ Compensation and OSHA Compliance nationally. •Managed FMLA and gave direction to management of tracking FMLA. •Administered all functions bi-weekly payroll, commissions, auto allowances, taxable fringe benefits, and bonuses as well as garnishments via ADP system. Show less Director of HR reporting to CEO/President of a premier leader in the wall covering industry. Hired to create, build, and oversee the Human Resource department from ground floor of this privately held Supply Chain distributor. •Solely responsible for all facets of HR including recruitment, benefits, compensation, employee relations, and government compliance nationwide. •Created new employee handbooks for multi-state nonunion organization. •Successful evaluation and design to… Show more Director of HR reporting to CEO/President of a premier leader in the wall covering industry. Hired to create, build, and oversee the Human Resource department from ground floor of this privately held Supply Chain distributor. •Solely responsible for all facets of HR including recruitment, benefits, compensation, employee relations, and government compliance nationwide. •Created new employee handbooks for multi-state nonunion organization. •Successful evaluation and design to organizational infrastructure and lead initiatives which resulted in measured improvements and achieved business objectives. •Committed to achieve key performance metrics and drive for company-wide consistency. •Partnered with fellow senior managers and owners to strategize best practices in company growth and development. •Administrated all HR functions of several acquisitions and mergers. •Fostered motivation and encouraged excellence in employees by positive influence. •Developed comprehensive performance evaluation forms. •Conducted mandated governmental compliance testing and ensured all regulations were adhered to including 401(k) NDT, NDP, and 5500s. •Actively contributed to annual marketing and negotiating renewals of medical, dental, and life insurance benefits. Facilitated all open enrollments of insurance and 401(k) plans as well as day-to-day administration. •Oversaw Workers’ Compensation and OSHA Compliance nationally. •Managed FMLA and gave direction to management of tracking FMLA. •Administered all functions bi-weekly payroll, commissions, auto allowances, taxable fringe benefits, and bonuses as well as garnishments via ADP system. Show less

    • United States
    • Hospitals and Health Care
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Regional Human Resources
      • 1998 - 2000

      Regional Human Resources reporting to the VP of Human Resources for the largest global pharmaceutical and drug CPG Supply Chain distributor. •Directly managed 15 HR reps across 15 distribution facilities in 12 midwestern states with respect to policy and procedural variances for both union and non-union environments. •Conducted PeopleSoft training program and supervised creation of national procedural manual for HR representatives. •Oversaw development and implementation of… Show more Regional Human Resources reporting to the VP of Human Resources for the largest global pharmaceutical and drug CPG Supply Chain distributor. •Directly managed 15 HR reps across 15 distribution facilities in 12 midwestern states with respect to policy and procedural variances for both union and non-union environments. •Conducted PeopleSoft training program and supervised creation of national procedural manual for HR representatives. •Oversaw development and implementation of national employee handbook. •Conducted job fairs and employee orientations. •Assisted with EEOC Compliance reporting. •Compiled information for grievance reports for hearings. •Assisted with reduction in workforce of facility closures, calculating severance packages, COBRA packages and post-employment assistance. Show less Regional Human Resources reporting to the VP of Human Resources for the largest global pharmaceutical and drug CPG Supply Chain distributor. •Directly managed 15 HR reps across 15 distribution facilities in 12 midwestern states with respect to policy and procedural variances for both union and non-union environments. •Conducted PeopleSoft training program and supervised creation of national procedural manual for HR representatives. •Oversaw development and implementation of… Show more Regional Human Resources reporting to the VP of Human Resources for the largest global pharmaceutical and drug CPG Supply Chain distributor. •Directly managed 15 HR reps across 15 distribution facilities in 12 midwestern states with respect to policy and procedural variances for both union and non-union environments. •Conducted PeopleSoft training program and supervised creation of national procedural manual for HR representatives. •Oversaw development and implementation of national employee handbook. •Conducted job fairs and employee orientations. •Assisted with EEOC Compliance reporting. •Compiled information for grievance reports for hearings. •Assisted with reduction in workforce of facility closures, calculating severance packages, COBRA packages and post-employment assistance. Show less

    • Corporate Accounting Manager
      • 1996 - 1998

      Corporate Accounting Manager reporting to VP of National Accounts of Fortune 100 CPG/Foodservice company •Managed and maintained all national account activity in Chicago regional office. •Maintained accuracy of vendor acquisitions and egressions within company computer network. •Calculated and verified all corporate payments, deductions, promotional allowances. •Forecasted and compared variances from prior year’s activity. •Acted as Corporate Accounts Director during interim… Show more Corporate Accounting Manager reporting to VP of National Accounts of Fortune 100 CPG/Foodservice company •Managed and maintained all national account activity in Chicago regional office. •Maintained accuracy of vendor acquisitions and egressions within company computer network. •Calculated and verified all corporate payments, deductions, promotional allowances. •Forecasted and compared variances from prior year’s activity. •Acted as Corporate Accounts Director during interim period of seven months until former Director was replaced. •Created major annual presentation for President/CEO which was implemented throughout the nation which reflected sales, rebates, promotions, and forecasted next fiscal year’s projections. Show less Corporate Accounting Manager reporting to VP of National Accounts of Fortune 100 CPG/Foodservice company •Managed and maintained all national account activity in Chicago regional office. •Maintained accuracy of vendor acquisitions and egressions within company computer network. •Calculated and verified all corporate payments, deductions, promotional allowances. •Forecasted and compared variances from prior year’s activity. •Acted as Corporate Accounts Director during interim… Show more Corporate Accounting Manager reporting to VP of National Accounts of Fortune 100 CPG/Foodservice company •Managed and maintained all national account activity in Chicago regional office. •Maintained accuracy of vendor acquisitions and egressions within company computer network. •Calculated and verified all corporate payments, deductions, promotional allowances. •Forecasted and compared variances from prior year’s activity. •Acted as Corporate Accounts Director during interim period of seven months until former Director was replaced. •Created major annual presentation for President/CEO which was implemented throughout the nation which reflected sales, rebates, promotions, and forecasted next fiscal year’s projections. Show less

Education

  • Olivet Nazarene University
    English | Elementary Education
  • Northern Illinois University
    SPHR
  • Kankakee College
    HR Management

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