Experience

Recursion

• United States
• Biotechnology Research
• 300 - 400 Employee

• Director of HR

  • Aug 2021 - Present



Lamb Weston

• United States
• Food and Beverage Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Sr Director of HR

  • Nov 2019 - Apr 2021

  Eagle, ID Partnered with CFO, CIO, General Counsel, and Chief Strategy Officer to create people solutions for functional strategies in Finance, IT, Strategy, Legal, and Communications. Drove more than 25 point increase in key engagement scores during COVID 19 demands and remote work through focused initiatives in communication, career development, and coaching. Developed and launched a career development rotational program for Finance, creating and establishing best practices for Talent… Show more Partnered with CFO, CIO, General Counsel, and Chief Strategy Officer to create people solutions for functional strategies in Finance, IT, Strategy, Legal, and Communications. Drove more than 25 point increase in key engagement scores during COVID 19 demands and remote work through focused initiatives in communication, career development, and coaching. Developed and launched a career development rotational program for Finance, creating and establishing best practices for Talent, Leadership Development, and other functions. Show less



Aterian (NASDAQ: ATER)

• United States
• Software Development
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Head of Global Human Resources

  • Oct 2018 - Nov 2019

  Greater New York City Area Led the global HR operations for a tech start-up working to bring AI into the CPG space. Based in NYC, with operations in China, Philippines, Israel, Ukraine, Poland, and Canada. Implemented end-to-end rollout of performance management to employee base in 4 weeks, including sourcing, change management, training, coaching, leadership development, success criteria, and contract negotiation while accelerating own learning to be subject matter expert in OKR methodology. Successfully… Show more Led the global HR operations for a tech start-up working to bring AI into the CPG space. Based in NYC, with operations in China, Philippines, Israel, Ukraine, Poland, and Canada. Implemented end-to-end rollout of performance management to employee base in 4 weeks, including sourcing, change management, training, coaching, leadership development, success criteria, and contract negotiation while accelerating own learning to be subject matter expert in OKR methodology. Successfully navigated various employee relation concerns to resolve initial concerns and build the culture of the company. Managed a remote international team of 3 other HR heads and managers. Reported to CEO and participated as a member of the executive leadership team to decide strategy and business initiatives. Show less



The Nature's Bounty Co.

• United States
• Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• HR Director

  • Nov 2017 - Oct 2018

  Greater New York City Area

• Senior Manager of Organizational Development

  • Jun 2016 - Nov 2017

  Bohemia, NY Supported 14 Global Supply Chain sites and 7 corporate support functions in all organizational development activities; including org design, team effectiveness, leadership development, training, and change management. Improved the capabilities of High Performing Organizations (HPO) implementation to launch 76 teams in one year--more than double the existing teams in half the time through capability building, team chartering, coaching, and assessment. Elevated the leadership of… Show more Supported 14 Global Supply Chain sites and 7 corporate support functions in all organizational development activities; including org design, team effectiveness, leadership development, training, and change management. Improved the capabilities of High Performing Organizations (HPO) implementation to launch 76 teams in one year--more than double the existing teams in half the time through capability building, team chartering, coaching, and assessment. Elevated the leadership of entire supply chain by facilitating HPO Leadership Core Skills training to 100% of leaders of people and to 22 site trainers to sustain training efforts. Developed people systems and successfully executed a network optimization initiative while improving capabilities, leading change, and expanding talent management systems.



Kellogg Company

• United States
• Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• HR Business Partner, Change Management

  • Oct 2015 - Jun 2016

  United States Partnered closely with Global HR Leaders in the design and implementation of functional transformations for the Global Human Resources Organization of the Kellogg Company. Managed the creation of timelines and oversaw the deployment of the change management initiatives for the sales function, consisting of 2,500 employees. Monitored success of change efforts through quarterly health checks across the HR organization, providing recommendations and solutions to HR leadership.

• Plant HR Manager

  • Jul 2014 - Nov 2015

  Clearfield, UT Managed a team of 3 direct reports to deliver strategic HR support and resources in a manufacturing facility of 220+ employees. Supported the decommissioning efforts of closing down the site, leading engagement activities, employee relations concerns, and transition support leading to reverse attrition and a fourfold improvement on employee placement compared to other plant closures. Identified as a train-the-trainer for the Kellogg North America Supply Chain for leadership… Show more Managed a team of 3 direct reports to deliver strategic HR support and resources in a manufacturing facility of 220+ employees. Supported the decommissioning efforts of closing down the site, leading engagement activities, employee relations concerns, and transition support leading to reverse attrition and a fourfold improvement on employee placement compared to other plant closures. Identified as a train-the-trainer for the Kellogg North America Supply Chain for leadership development based on the Kellogg’s competency model. Adapted the Kellogg leadership model to create and develop a year-long training for manufacturing supervisors and managers that was utilized on site and shared with other locations for leadership development. Proactively anticipated succession planning needs to prepare high performers for their next role while building a viable bench of ready talent, providing leadership talent to 8 other Kellogg facilities and back-filling 100% of open roles from our internal team.

• Learning and Development Specialist

  • Feb 2013 - Jul 2014

  Kalamazoo, Michigan Area Developed a leadership development program to identify, develop, and retain high potential employees and candidates, resulting in the successful launch of the initiative and a threefold increase in university recruiting. Collaborated with CHRO, Senior Directors, and Harvard Business Review as the Project Manager for the development and launch of the W.K. Kellogg Leadership Academy General Manager/Country Manager Program, a leadership program for our global leaders. Facilitated… Show more Developed a leadership development program to identify, develop, and retain high potential employees and candidates, resulting in the successful launch of the initiative and a threefold increase in university recruiting. Collaborated with CHRO, Senior Directors, and Harvard Business Review as the Project Manager for the development and launch of the W.K. Kellogg Leadership Academy General Manager/Country Manager Program, a leadership program for our global leaders. Facilitated onboarding events for all corporate new hires, ranging from entry-level to upper-level executives across all functions. Collaborated with global partners to create and deliver employer brand training to Asia Pacific, Europe, and Latin America. Leveraged subject mastery of employer brand to create a university recruiting strategy for our India team, resulting in “premier recruiting” status, the highest number of applicants received, and 24 job offers accepted. Recruited 85 high volume sales positions that outperformed existing workforce by identifying top talent during critical reinvestments in the DSD sales force.



LinkedIn

• United States
• Software Development
• 700 & Above Employee

• Leadership Coaching Consultant

  • Jan 2013 - Apr 2013

  Developed framework to implement strategic business coaching for LinkedIn. Identified best tools and practices through benchmarking and industry research. Created a whitepaper to present findings and recommendations to executive sponsor.



Kellogg Company

• United States
• Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Employee Relations Intern

  • May 2012 - Aug 2012

  Wyoming, Michigan Executed positive employee relations strategy in a multi-site manufacturing setting of 400 employees. Fostered a culture of plant-based innovation by leading a cross-functional team of 40 employees in the identification, development, and internal marketing of 6 new products. Leveraged statistical background to analyze engagement surveys and identify crucial next steps in establishing credibility for change management efforts. Restructured a financial planning and benefits… Show more Executed positive employee relations strategy in a multi-site manufacturing setting of 400 employees. Fostered a culture of plant-based innovation by leading a cross-functional team of 40 employees in the identification, development, and internal marketing of 6 new products. Leveraged statistical background to analyze engagement surveys and identify crucial next steps in establishing credibility for change management efforts. Restructured a financial planning and benefits seminar for employees, effectively tripling participation.

• Global Organizational Design Consultant

  • Jan 2012 - Apr 2012

  United Kingdom Consulted with Kellogg's European Supply chain to address and increase employee engagement. Led two on-site focus groups at multiple union manufacturing locations to gather data and cultural insights. Utilized the Organizational Systems Model to identify critical systems and recommend changes to improve global engagement scores. Received highest marks from the Chief Human Resources Officer for the caliber of work provided by the team.



Target

• United States
• Retail
• 700 & Above Employee

• Executive Team Lead

  • Jun 2008 - Aug 2011

  Southern California Managed a team of 240 people and 8 different work centers, leading the guest experience in the #1 volume store in the #1 volume district in Southern California. Developed strategic training program for food safety during a store remodel, completing training of 105 employees ahead of schedule and under payroll. Provided innovative and practical solutions to maintain high survey scores and increase sales volume by 9% and 11% during two different store remodels. Established… Show more Managed a team of 240 people and 8 different work centers, leading the guest experience in the #1 volume store in the #1 volume district in Southern California. Developed strategic training program for food safety during a store remodel, completing training of 105 employees ahead of schedule and under payroll. Provided innovative and practical solutions to maintain high survey scores and increase sales volume by 9% and 11% during two different store remodels. Established store goals for a cross-functional team, leading guest survey scores into “excellent” levels in every metric for the first time in the store’s history. Prioritized area initiatives, resulting in top-ranked guest surveys, consistent “green” scores from third-party auditors and the highest sales in the district. Maximized talent through mentoring and developmental activities, leading to the promotion of 10 team leaders. Show less