Sheila Joy Vance, MBA
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La'Kresia Goodman, MBA, CCP in Progress
I personally worked with Sheila and not only did she place me within the perfect role with the perfect team and company, but she did it with a sense of professionalism and catered customer service. I felt like not only did I gain someone who will help propel my career to the next level, but I also gained a friend a well! She will definitely be a major player within my personal and professional board of directors of team La'Kresia !
LinkedIn User
I met Sheila when we worked as part of the initial cohort group of a leadership development program at ManpowerGroup. Sheila demonstrated strong leadership skills and her dedication to professional and personal development was motivating. Sheila has a direct, yet kind personality that is hard to ignore. As such, I valued her candor, resourcefulness, and insight as we moved through the program together. Sheila will go far in her career and professional endeavors—I’m glad that I was able to work with her at the start of it, and would welcome the opportunity to do so in the future.
La'Kresia Goodman, MBA, CCP in Progress
I personally worked with Sheila and not only did she place me within the perfect role with the perfect team and company, but she did it with a sense of professionalism and catered customer service. I felt like not only did I gain someone who will help propel my career to the next level, but I also gained a friend a well! She will definitely be a major player within my personal and professional board of directors of team La'Kresia !
LinkedIn User
I met Sheila when we worked as part of the initial cohort group of a leadership development program at ManpowerGroup. Sheila demonstrated strong leadership skills and her dedication to professional and personal development was motivating. Sheila has a direct, yet kind personality that is hard to ignore. As such, I valued her candor, resourcefulness, and insight as we moved through the program together. Sheila will go far in her career and professional endeavors—I’m glad that I was able to work with her at the start of it, and would welcome the opportunity to do so in the future.
La'Kresia Goodman, MBA, CCP in Progress
I personally worked with Sheila and not only did she place me within the perfect role with the perfect team and company, but she did it with a sense of professionalism and catered customer service. I felt like not only did I gain someone who will help propel my career to the next level, but I also gained a friend a well! She will definitely be a major player within my personal and professional board of directors of team La'Kresia !
LinkedIn User
I met Sheila when we worked as part of the initial cohort group of a leadership development program at ManpowerGroup. Sheila demonstrated strong leadership skills and her dedication to professional and personal development was motivating. Sheila has a direct, yet kind personality that is hard to ignore. As such, I valued her candor, resourcefulness, and insight as we moved through the program together. Sheila will go far in her career and professional endeavors—I’m glad that I was able to work with her at the start of it, and would welcome the opportunity to do so in the future.
La'Kresia Goodman, MBA, CCP in Progress
I personally worked with Sheila and not only did she place me within the perfect role with the perfect team and company, but she did it with a sense of professionalism and catered customer service. I felt like not only did I gain someone who will help propel my career to the next level, but I also gained a friend a well! She will definitely be a major player within my personal and professional board of directors of team La'Kresia !
LinkedIn User
I met Sheila when we worked as part of the initial cohort group of a leadership development program at ManpowerGroup. Sheila demonstrated strong leadership skills and her dedication to professional and personal development was motivating. Sheila has a direct, yet kind personality that is hard to ignore. As such, I valued her candor, resourcefulness, and insight as we moved through the program together. Sheila will go far in her career and professional endeavors—I’m glad that I was able to work with her at the start of it, and would welcome the opportunity to do so in the future.
Credentials
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Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)
National Healthcareer Association (NHA)Sep, 2020- Oct, 2024
Experience
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Sheila Joy Vance Consulting
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United States
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Professional Training and Coaching
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1 - 100 Employee
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Principal Consultant
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Jan 2019 - Present
Currently, I am leading Sheila Joy Vance Consulting, LLC as a Principal Consultant, where I design, develop, and deliver full range of consultative HR and talent solutions to a number of companies. I play an instrumental role in enhancing capabilities, efficiencies, and leadership skills of clients’ staff members by providing effective coaching. I source new clients, offer robust HR plans, formulate and implement HR policies, and create leadership development programs to grow business. I identify and address performance gaps by conducting needs analysis in collaboration with clients and key management. Highlights of accomplishment in this role include:• I successfully accelerated organizational effectiveness by rejuvenating and redesigning HR and talent acquisition process. • I led young professionals throughout their career progression by delivering extensive coaching on leadership development, for landing C-suite job opportunities.
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Schweid & Sons
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United States
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Food and Beverage Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Talent Development Business Partner
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Mar 2021 - Mar 2022
While working as Talent Development Business Partner at Schweid & Sons, I provided hands-on support to the Director of Human Resources in overseeing corporate leadership and identifying individual learning initiatives to catapult employee development and retention. I designed and delivered customized and actionable programming for all employee levels, including technical and quality assistance initiative projects. I efficiently oversaw all hiring procedures for exempt and non-exempt roles for the Georgia location. I developed new hire orientation and onboarding experiences for new employees to maximize their potential and output. I tracked and monitored HR needs by performing needs analysis, as well as envisioned an HR plan for the next year. Highlights of accomplishments in this role include:• I served on the culture committee to discuss employee issues, conceptualized a program to engage with Georgia employees, and developed a front-line leader development program to support leaders in dealing with complex issues. • I was hand-picked by the management for controlling the high turnover rate of exempt roles.• I carefully assessed employees’ learning needs and core competencies, analyzed the results of talent assessment, reviewed retention risks, and addressed key skill gaps by leveraging leadership development strategies, tools, and processes. • I tracked high-potential individuals, ascertained work abilities, and provided professional support by designing and developing company’s internal career roadmaps.
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Georgia Tech Research Institute
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United States
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Research Services
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700 & Above Employee
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Training Consultant II
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Jan 2021 - Apr 2021
In this contract role, I worked on developing a extensive year-long leadership program that focusing on solving the challenges that the institute's lab leaders faced daily including performance management, effective communication, diversity and inclusion matters (DEI), and conflict mediation. In this contract role, I worked on developing a extensive year-long leadership program that focusing on solving the challenges that the institute's lab leaders faced daily including performance management, effective communication, diversity and inclusion matters (DEI), and conflict mediation.
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Georgia Cyber Academy
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E-Learning Providers
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1 - 100 Employee
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Human Resources Generalist, Learning & Development Program Manager
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Dec 2019 - Aug 2020
In this role, I facilitated the development and successful execution of training, leadership, employee engagement, and performance management programs for 700+ employees in a charter school environment by collaborating with Director of Human Resources. I administered all aspects of benefits, FMLA, worker’s compensation, and employee relations. Highlights of accomplishments in these roles include:• I spearheaded the creation and launch of the first-ever leadership development program to develop curriculum, organize sessions, and coordinate collateral for 125 leaders within the organization.• I orchestrated number of modern and effective programs, such as Employee Wellness Center, Appreciation Night Events, and Employee Feedback Committees by leveraging bi-monthly employee engagement surveying with +96% participation.
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Lucas Group
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United States
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Investment Management
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1 - 100 Employee
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Executive Search Consultant - Human Resources Search Practice
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Jul 2018 - Dec 2018
I reported directly to the Managing Partner and was responsible for sourcing top executive human resources talent across 6 states within companies ranging from midsize companies to Fortune 500 businesses. I independently generated approximately $93,000 in revenue as a result of successful placement of Directors of Human Resources, Human Resources Business Partners, and Compensation Analysts. I reported directly to the Managing Partner and was responsible for sourcing top executive human resources talent across 6 states within companies ranging from midsize companies to Fortune 500 businesses. I independently generated approximately $93,000 in revenue as a result of successful placement of Directors of Human Resources, Human Resources Business Partners, and Compensation Analysts.
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Diversified Sourcing Solutions
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United States
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Staffing and Recruiting
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100 - 200 Employee
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Human Resources Operations Manager
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Aug 2017 - Jun 2018
In this role, I oversaw six direct reports, including HR admin, recruiters, and recruiting coordinators across the Atlanta branch office. I played a key role in attracting, developing, and retaining top talent for 10 internal team offices by conceptualizing and implementing short- and long-term plans. I ensured smooth workflow of operations by complying with EEO, ADA, FMLA, LOA, ACA, worker’s compensation, unemployment, and I-9 regulations. Highlights of accomplishments in these roles include:• I contributed efforts towards identifying and investigating over 100 filed cases on a variety of issues for staffed client locations while ensuring quick resolution by staying available after hours, providing 24/7 support, and handling telephone calls.
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Amazon
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Bangladesh
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Advertising Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Area Operations Manager
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Feb 2016 - Jul 2017
Throughout my career at Amazon as an Area Operations Manager, I helped human resources department in rolling out employee engagement, performance management, and recruitment initiatives for 800+ employees across a 900k sq. ft. facility. I supervised six managers and 250+ indirect reports in fulfillment center quality and production roles. I assessed performance of individuals, evaluated training needs, and conducted training sessions to improve productivity and efficiency. I administered performance evaluations, corrective action, mediation of associate disputes, and grievance procedures. Highlights of accomplishments in these roles include:• I successfully reduced retraining classes by 35% within six months by directing two learning coordinators, ensuring the delivery of continuous technical training to 400+ employees, preparing effective training materials, and providing job aids.• I augmented associate satisfaction by 15% in two departments in 90 days through orchestrating and executing engagement strategies and incentive programs.• I planned and executed 40 investigations to resolve employee relations issues related to safety, violence, and sexual harassment.
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The TJX Companies, Inc.
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United States
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Retail
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700 & Above Employee
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Human Resources Operations Manager
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Sep 2014 - Aug 2015
While working at as Human Resources Operations Manager, I led two direct and 80 indirect reports while managing HR and store operations for two facilities, such as training and development, payroll management, benefits administration, HRIS systems management, and employee relations development. I helped the company in optimizing engagement, avoiding union, and implementing succession planning. Highlights of accomplishments in these roles include:• I worked with loss prevention and legal teams in executing 75+ investigations and initiating appropriate disciplinary action in alignment with corporate HR, state, and federal laws.
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Target
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Mexico
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Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Executive Team Leader - Human Resources & Guest Experience
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Dec 2012 - Apr 2014
In this role, I supervised five direct and 200 indirect reports, rolled-out workforce planning strategies, recruited best-fit talents, and conducted performance evaluations. I planned and executed store employee investigations and provided appropriate recommendations, including terminations. I ensured maximum adherence to all statutory and regulatory guidelines, including EEO, ADA, FMLA, LOA, OSHA, worker’s compensation, and unemployment laws. Highlights of accomplishments in these roles include:• I was selected by senior management as District Diversity and Inclusion Leader for designing and delivering team diversity course to +1.5k employees.
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ManpowerGroup
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United States
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Translation and Localization
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Human Resources Business Partner - Global Learning & Talent Development
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Dec 2011 - Dec 2012
In my time in this high visibility role, I reported directly to the Director of Global Human Resources and led project teams of up to 10 associates. Directly supported 2 C-suite executives and 20 senior level leaders to design, implement and evaluate the success of HR talent programs throughout the organization of 30,000 employees. Assessed employee satisfaction, performance, and engagement for corporate programs.Highlights of Accomplishments:• Partnered with 5 regional field directors and 12 district managers to create national sales onboarding programs loweringattrition by 10% in 6 months.• Developed new webinar-based onboarding program for over 2,500 field employees executed by learning developmentspecialists across the United States, Canada, and Mexico leading to a 30% improvement in new hire engagement.• Led annual team for global employee engagement and satisfaction surveys and attained a participation rate of 92%;Coached and educated C-suite leadership on strategies to develop improvements and best practices for talent retention.• Created and facilitated training courses for field branch management positions that decreased turnover in Branch Managerand Client Relationship Manager roles by 17%.
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Recruiter
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Aug 2011 - Dec 2011
I started my career in HR within a branch office of one of the biggest staffing companies in the world and contributed to local strategy to fill roles in manufacturing, finance, and sales functions. I assisted in 20-25 investigations of employee relations issues; provided written case summaries, decisions, andrecommendations for employee dispute resolution. I also managed large staffing projects successfully filling 100+ roles for short term assignments. After 5 months in role, I was promoted to the corporate office to join the team as a HRBP on the Learning and Talent Development team.
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Education
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2011 - 2015
Concordia University-Wisconsin
MBA, Master's of Business Administration -
2007 - 2010
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Bachelors of Arts, Journalism and Public Relations
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