Experience

Norseland, Inc.

• United States
• Food and Beverage Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• HR Manager

  • Feb 2019 - Present

  United States



Gartner

• United States
• Information Services
• 700 & Above Employee

• HR Project Specialist (Contract)

  • Aug 2018 - Feb 2019

  Stamford, Connecticut Supported the global launch of Workday and served as a resource to associates and managers regarding system use and provided information to guide them through annual HR processes.



ConEdison Clean Energy Businesses

• HR Generalist

  • Feb 2018 - Jul 2018

  Valhalla, New York Conducted HR Administration duties in support of the business with HRIS reporting, recruitment process, onboarding activity, employee relations, terminations and performance management. • Created and administered new hire orientation and mandatory online training • Conducted on-boarding process for new hires and processed necessary paperwork • Acted as a resource to all employees to learn about utilizing their benefits. • Administered company STD, FMLA and Paid Family Leave… Show more Conducted HR Administration duties in support of the business with HRIS reporting, recruitment process, onboarding activity, employee relations, terminations and performance management. • Created and administered new hire orientation and mandatory online training • Conducted on-boarding process for new hires and processed necessary paperwork • Acted as a resource to all employees to learn about utilizing their benefits. • Administered company STD, FMLA and Paid Family Leave claims as they arose • Entered and maintained changes in the HRIS database; ran system reports form ADP • Reviewed semi-monthly payroll to ensure new hire data and administrative changes were applied • Guided employees through policy & procedure review and interpretation Show less



Taro Pharmaceuticals

• Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• HR Generalist (Contract)

  • Jun 2017 - Nov 2017

  Hawthorne, NY Oversaw the day-to-day processes of the HR department including, but not limited to, benefits administration, 401(k) administration, performance management, compensation, policies & procedures, staff management. Recruitment: Recruited for multi-level positions including entry-level through mid-level management positions across North American region utilizing creative sourcing approaches to build and maintain external candidate pipelines; developed and executed internal candidate… Show more Oversaw the day-to-day processes of the HR department including, but not limited to, benefits administration, 401(k) administration, performance management, compensation, policies & procedures, staff management. Recruitment: Recruited for multi-level positions including entry-level through mid-level management positions across North American region utilizing creative sourcing approaches to build and maintain external candidate pipelines; developed and executed internal candidate selection processes; applicant tracking and employment branding; managed the contract and temp-to-hire processes Benefits Administration: Liaised with insurance companies and broker; reviewed monthly invoices; ensured excellent customer service for all employees; participated in annual renewals of all benefit costs; process STD, LTD, FMLA claims. 401(K) Administration: Liaised with plan sponsor to ensure documentation updates and compliance; administered loan and hardship requests; processed QDRO's; assisted employees with information requests. HRIS: Maintained and administered changes to employee database and ran system reports in UltiPro. Job Descriptions: Worked with department managers and supervisors to create new and update existing descriptions Employee Relations: Educated department managers on the proper PIP and disciplinary action process to ensure low risk terminations, maintained compliance standards. Payroll: Oversaw the bi-weekly processing to ensure accurate and efficient processing. Show less



Terex Corporation

• United States
• Machinery Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Communications Specialist

  • Apr 2016 - Jan 2017

  Westport, CT Wrote communication directed to global workforce and promoted company strategy and brand on social media. Served as creative resource for employment branding initiatives, corporate communications, and diversity efforts. Wrote executive communications including weekly employee letter from CEO and other correspondence. Reinforced external company brand position by writing video script for CEO and filming message for tradeshow broadcast. • Drove employee awareness and engagement by writing… Show more Wrote communication directed to global workforce and promoted company strategy and brand on social media. Served as creative resource for employment branding initiatives, corporate communications, and diversity efforts. Wrote executive communications including weekly employee letter from CEO and other correspondence. Reinforced external company brand position by writing video script for CEO and filming message for tradeshow broadcast. • Drove employee awareness and engagement by writing news articles for the company intranet and updating important content via the Sharepoint based system • Digital Communications: shared employee stories on company intranet and social media sites such as Linked In, Facebook and Glassdoor; defined performance metrics for social media engagement objectives • Wrote executive communications, including weekly employee letter from CEO and other correspondence • Scripted and filmed executive leadership for event marketing broadcast and digital marketing outlets • Enhanced the understanding of the annual enrollment process by revising and editing company benefits enrollment documentation • Promoted the annual accomplishments of our primary diversity initiative: Women@Terex through an all-company webinar • Served on Women@Terex Diversity subcommittees and created women’s mentorship pilot process and promotion content • Organized Women@Terex Learning & Development activity for corporate staff Show less



Boehringer Ingelheim

• Germany
• Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• HR Direct Associate

  • Sep 2013 - Apr 2016

  Ridgefield, CT Responded to employee inquiries with regard to Human Resources programs and ESS system applications. Worked with Benefits, Payroll and HR Administration to resolve, refer or escalate issues in accordance with company policy and operating procedure. • Addressed written and oral inquiries from employees regarding Human Resources programs/applications • Utilized proprietary systems in support of employee self-service, from testing and launch to full … Show more Responded to employee inquiries with regard to Human Resources programs and ESS system applications. Worked with Benefits, Payroll and HR Administration to resolve, refer or escalate issues in accordance with company policy and operating procedure. • Addressed written and oral inquiries from employees regarding Human Resources programs/applications • Utilized proprietary systems in support of employee self-service, from testing and launch to full launch • Quickly and accurately resolved requests in a professional and sensitive customer-focused manner in accordance with policy and procedure • Guided employees through major company processes: Annual Enrollment and the Performance Review Process and Compensation planning and Bonus process. • Partnered with Management and HR leads in various operating units to promote company initiatives and resolve employee issues Show less



GE Capital

• United States
• Financial Services
• 700 & Above Employee

• Human Resources Coordinator

  • Apr 2012 - Apr 2013

  Norwalk, CT Provided overall HR support to GE Capital Real Estate business P&L team, performing critical functions related to staffing, organizational development, compliance, data management and employee relations. • Executed recruitment activities to garner top quality HR Leadership Program candidates from designated graduate school partner. • Updated training materials, managed logistics and facilitated quarterly new hire orientation in collaboration with Sr. Leadership. • Increased… Show more Provided overall HR support to GE Capital Real Estate business P&L team, performing critical functions related to staffing, organizational development, compliance, data management and employee relations. • Executed recruitment activities to garner top quality HR Leadership Program candidates from designated graduate school partner. • Updated training materials, managed logistics and facilitated quarterly new hire orientation in collaboration with Sr. Leadership. • Increased employee participation in newly created company affinity network, driving diversity and inclusion efforts through project and event management. • Drove employee engagement through company supported community service projects and internal communications efforts. • Assisted in aligning organizational design with business imperatives through key HR processes: Staffing, Session C and Compensation & benefits planning. • Provided administrative and analytic support to HR Managers for compensation and talent planning using all proprietary HR performance management and compensation systems: eEMS, eComp, MyOrganization and GE HireSystems-Brassring ATS. Show less



Diageo

• United Kingdom
• Beverage Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Independent HR Contractor

  • Apr 2010 - Aug 2011

  Norwalk, CT Provided ongoing support and execution of HR Strategy and Administration as part of a Global Human Resources team servicing 12 countries throughout North & South America. • Managed the resolution of employee concerns and issues as a CoE resolution representative. • Conducted key reporting for payroll services including PeopleSoft payroll deductions and Canadian Pension administration. • Ensured compliance training completion by tracking training participation in the global… Show more Provided ongoing support and execution of HR Strategy and Administration as part of a Global Human Resources team servicing 12 countries throughout North & South America. • Managed the resolution of employee concerns and issues as a CoE resolution representative. • Conducted key reporting for payroll services including PeopleSoft payroll deductions and Canadian Pension administration. • Ensured compliance training completion by tracking training participation in the global training portal; coordinated the collection of Affirmative Action Plans by relevant business. • In partnership with HRMs managed the administration of offer letters and promotional increases. Show less



United Rentals

• United States
• Construction
• 700 & Above Employee

• HR Generalist / HR Communications Specialist

  • Jan 2005 - Apr 2010

  Greenwich, CT Performed HR Generalist duties with a focus on communications, project management and the promotion of diversity. Created systems and processes that were used in the field; for an overall employee population of 10,000. • Implemented the first company recruitment career site and managed the system integration with the company’s first Automatic Tracking System (ATS). • Managed recruitment activities including: sourcing, interviewing, pre-hire testing and compensation evaluation. •… Show more Performed HR Generalist duties with a focus on communications, project management and the promotion of diversity. Created systems and processes that were used in the field; for an overall employee population of 10,000. • Implemented the first company recruitment career site and managed the system integration with the company’s first Automatic Tracking System (ATS). • Managed recruitment activities including: sourcing, interviewing, pre-hire testing and compensation evaluation. • Created the company Education Assistance Programs and the Diversity Mentorship program. • Designed a salesperson recruitment strategy that was projected to garner $10 million in new sales revenue. • Significantly reduced recruitment costs by negotiating job board contracts and managing vendor relationships. • Developed HR Scorecard for field operations and diversity performance assessment. • Improved the flow of company-wide employee communication through the creation of HR Bulletins, company newsletters, company intranet content, recruitment materials, employee direct mail and contesting. • Structured the programs and prepared the submissions to obtain national recognition for the company as a 2010 “Top 100 Military Friendly Employer” from GI Jobs Magazine and best practice recognition for “ 2010 Top Talent Management” from HR Executive Magazine. Show less



A+E Networks

• United States
• Entertainment Providers
• 700 & Above Employee

• Account Representative, Affiliate Sales

  • Jan 2003 - Oct 2004

  Greater New York City Area Responsible for maximizing revenue and subscriber performance by developing and managing AETN's sales and marketing activities within a defined territory of major MSO (affiliates). • Sold-in comprehensive subscriber acquisition campaign activity to generate MSO subscriber growth. • In partnership with MSO cable systems, maximized the effectiveness of affiliate-driven advertising, direct marketing, employee sales incentives and special events. • Interfaced regularly with Cable… Show more Responsible for maximizing revenue and subscriber performance by developing and managing AETN's sales and marketing activities within a defined territory of major MSO (affiliates). • Sold-in comprehensive subscriber acquisition campaign activity to generate MSO subscriber growth. • In partnership with MSO cable systems, maximized the effectiveness of affiliate-driven advertising, direct marketing, employee sales incentives and special events. • Interfaced regularly with Cable system personnel at all levels to ensure continued satisfaction and affiliate partnership. • Promoted industry awareness by coordinating all aspects of event planning for industry trade shows. • Budgeted and forecasted account management goals by working with the regional sales team to develop strategic and administrative sales tools. • Uncovered sales leads and supported new launches. Show less



Versus

• Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Affiliate Marketing Manager

  • Jan 1998 - Oct 2002

  Stamford, CT Managed all aspects of affiliate marketing events and programs to promote channel programming. Focused on increasing the measured perception and distribution of the networks OLN (now Versus) and Speedvision (now SpeedChannel with FOX) • Managed with rigor a department budget of $1.4 MM, resulting in approximately a 20% reduction in costs. • Created first Affiliate Website which operated as the main resource of co-branded marketing materials for cable affiliates. • Designed… Show more Managed all aspects of affiliate marketing events and programs to promote channel programming. Focused on increasing the measured perception and distribution of the networks OLN (now Versus) and Speedvision (now SpeedChannel with FOX) • Managed with rigor a department budget of $1.4 MM, resulting in approximately a 20% reduction in costs. • Created first Affiliate Website which operated as the main resource of co-branded marketing materials for cable affiliates. • Designed quarterly marketing kits and promotion materials for cable affiliates composed of customizable print, radio, video tune-in and brand collateral materials. Show less