Experience

Summit at Snoqualmie

• United States
• Recreational Facilities
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director of Human Resources

  • Aug 2021 - Present

  Drive employee engagement initiatives which helped increase the the engagement score by 8% in one year. Hire and onboard 1200+ seasonal employees. Develop and deliver in-person Leadership training and employee orientation. Work closely with marketing on hiring campaigns. Lead organization through WA state changes in minimum salary for exempt employees. Ensure compliance with WA State Wage Disclosure act. Develop an employee website and a leadership site. Develop and host Homecoming event… Show more Drive employee engagement initiatives which helped increase the the engagement score by 8% in one year. Hire and onboard 1200+ seasonal employees. Develop and deliver in-person Leadership training and employee orientation. Work closely with marketing on hiring campaigns. Lead organization through WA state changes in minimum salary for exempt employees. Ensure compliance with WA State Wage Disclosure act. Develop an employee website and a leadership site. Develop and host Homecoming event celebrating returning employees, as well as hiring events. Show less Drive employee engagement initiatives which helped increase the the engagement score by 8% in one year. Hire and onboard 1200+ seasonal employees. Develop and deliver in-person Leadership training and employee orientation. Work closely with marketing on hiring campaigns. Lead organization through WA state changes in minimum salary for exempt employees. Ensure compliance with WA State Wage Disclosure act. Develop an employee website and a leadership site. Develop and host Homecoming event… Show more Drive employee engagement initiatives which helped increase the the engagement score by 8% in one year. Hire and onboard 1200+ seasonal employees. Develop and deliver in-person Leadership training and employee orientation. Work closely with marketing on hiring campaigns. Lead organization through WA state changes in minimum salary for exempt employees. Ensure compliance with WA State Wage Disclosure act. Develop an employee website and a leadership site. Develop and host Homecoming event celebrating returning employees, as well as hiring events. Show less



Johnstone Supply - Northwest / North Bay

• United States
• Building Materials
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director of Human Resources

  • Dec 2019 - Aug 2021

  14 locations in 3 states. Lead HR and payroll. Developed monthly inter-location competitions for team building and fun. Managed COVID protocol and practices. 14 locations in 3 states. Lead HR and payroll. Developed monthly inter-location competitions for team building and fun. Managed COVID protocol and practices.



Bethesda LC

• United States
• Hospitality

• Regional Human Resources Manager-Interim

  • Jul 2019 - Jan 2020

  7/19 – 12/19 (Interim position) Bethesda provides residential programs for intellectual and developmentally disabled individuals. 350 employees in Washington and Oregon Overview: Regional lead for Oregon and Washington in implementing Dayforce (Ceridian); support the Oregon transition to the HR Service Center in WI; work with managers to resolve personnel issues; work with regional leadership on personnel strategy. 7/19 – 12/19 (Interim position) Bethesda provides residential programs for intellectual and developmentally disabled individuals. 350 employees in Washington and Oregon Overview: Regional lead for Oregon and Washington in implementing Dayforce (Ceridian); support the Oregon transition to the HR Service Center in WI; work with managers to resolve personnel issues; work with regional leadership on personnel strategy.



Voyageurs Podcast - adventures in life and work

• Creator and Host

  • Jun 2018 - Dec 2018

  Sharing adventures and stories about how we got here and how we impact others. Delving into what motivates us, what moves us, what keeps us moving. Sharing adventures and stories about how we got here and how we impact others. Delving into what motivates us, what moves us, what keeps us moving.



Ctuit Software

• Restaurants
• 1 - 100 Employee

• People Operations (HR) Manager

  • Oct 2015 - Jun 2018

  Ctuit Software provides above store reporting, business intelligence and operational modules that provide insight and control for restaurant businesses. The company was acquired by Compeat, Inc. 8/1/17. 180 employees, 12 states. Managed a small team in HR and payroll functions. Overview: • Managed all HR matters and supported organizational growth of 25% annually, assisted with merger matters • Facilitated employee relations, talent acquisition, payroll, benefits, compensation,… Show more Ctuit Software provides above store reporting, business intelligence and operational modules that provide insight and control for restaurant businesses. The company was acquired by Compeat, Inc. 8/1/17. 180 employees, 12 states. Managed a small team in HR and payroll functions. Overview: • Managed all HR matters and supported organizational growth of 25% annually, assisted with merger matters • Facilitated employee relations, talent acquisition, payroll, benefits, compensation, training and development, and performance management • Presented growth and organizational culture solutions to the Ctuit Executive Team • Drove performance review program and assisted in personal improvement plans as needed • Benefits: led open enrollments, created OE communication and presentation pieces; facilitated all benefits for company; vendor management Key Results: • Successfully developed and implemented a consistent onboarding program for all states: The Ctuit Launch Pad • Successfully developed and implemented The Brown Bag Lunch series for personal/professional growth, achieved 90% participation • Working as a consultant to the President, developed a turn around plan for a member of the Executive Team • Worked closely with TPA on retirement plan compliance and testing • Worked with auditors on SOC II compliance • Trained managers on HR compliance • Recruiting: supported hiring managers in search and selection to hire 45+ positions company-wide • Created compensation analysis and benchmarking for each Ctuit role to ensure consistency during rapid growth • Implemented Paylocity payroll and HRIS system post acquisition for 180 employees in 12 states Show less Ctuit Software provides above store reporting, business intelligence and operational modules that provide insight and control for restaurant businesses. The company was acquired by Compeat, Inc. 8/1/17. 180 employees, 12 states. Managed a small team in HR and payroll functions. Overview: • Managed all HR matters and supported organizational growth of 25% annually, assisted with merger matters • Facilitated employee relations, talent acquisition, payroll, benefits, compensation,… Show more Ctuit Software provides above store reporting, business intelligence and operational modules that provide insight and control for restaurant businesses. The company was acquired by Compeat, Inc. 8/1/17. 180 employees, 12 states. Managed a small team in HR and payroll functions. Overview: • Managed all HR matters and supported organizational growth of 25% annually, assisted with merger matters • Facilitated employee relations, talent acquisition, payroll, benefits, compensation, training and development, and performance management • Presented growth and organizational culture solutions to the Ctuit Executive Team • Drove performance review program and assisted in personal improvement plans as needed • Benefits: led open enrollments, created OE communication and presentation pieces; facilitated all benefits for company; vendor management Key Results: • Successfully developed and implemented a consistent onboarding program for all states: The Ctuit Launch Pad • Successfully developed and implemented The Brown Bag Lunch series for personal/professional growth, achieved 90% participation • Working as a consultant to the President, developed a turn around plan for a member of the Executive Team • Worked closely with TPA on retirement plan compliance and testing • Worked with auditors on SOC II compliance • Trained managers on HR compliance • Recruiting: supported hiring managers in search and selection to hire 45+ positions company-wide • Created compensation analysis and benchmarking for each Ctuit role to ensure consistency during rapid growth • Implemented Paylocity payroll and HRIS system post acquisition for 180 employees in 12 states Show less



Nepal Relief Work

• Disaster Relief - Nepal

  • Jun 2015 - Sep 2015

  Key Impact: Assisted Secret Garden Disaster Relief with a simple project accounting worksheet, built temporary shelters and schools in Himalayan villages after the April 2015 earthquake. Made a simple but profound impact on many lives. Also worked with Days for Girls and Second Response. Key Impact: Assisted Secret Garden Disaster Relief with a simple project accounting worksheet, built temporary shelters and schools in Himalayan villages after the April 2015 earthquake. Made a simple but profound impact on many lives. Also worked with Days for Girls and Second Response.



Cedars of Marin

• United States
• Mental Health Care
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Human Resource Manager

  • Sep 2007 - May 2015

  Cedars is a non-profit social services provider for adults with developmental disabilities with 160 employees, 14 sites. Managed a staff of 1 HR, plus temps on a project basis. Oversaw 1 payroll staff 2007-2011. Overview: • Managed HR matters and supported 33% annual turnover (30-50% industry standard) • Developed and oversaw departmental budgets • Facilitated employee relations including performed multiple investigations, • talent acquisition, payroll, benefits… Show more Cedars is a non-profit social services provider for adults with developmental disabilities with 160 employees, 14 sites. Managed a staff of 1 HR, plus temps on a project basis. Oversaw 1 payroll staff 2007-2011. Overview: • Managed HR matters and supported 33% annual turnover (30-50% industry standard) • Developed and oversaw departmental budgets • Facilitated employee relations including performed multiple investigations, • talent acquisition, payroll, benefits, compensation, training and development, performance management • Management training and coaching • Union contract negotiation • Led inter-departmental team in addressing departmental and organizational issues Key Results: • Recruiting: led full cycle hiring process; hired 50 people annually • Created efficient hiring process, decreased application to start date by 43% • Training: created and led training for employees; regulatory required trainings and work place safety • Successfully responded to Union grievances and EEOC inquiries • Created effective and efficient 24/7 schedule for 32 employees and managers per regulatory requirements Show less Cedars is a non-profit social services provider for adults with developmental disabilities with 160 employees, 14 sites. Managed a staff of 1 HR, plus temps on a project basis. Oversaw 1 payroll staff 2007-2011. Overview: • Managed HR matters and supported 33% annual turnover (30-50% industry standard) • Developed and oversaw departmental budgets • Facilitated employee relations including performed multiple investigations, • talent acquisition, payroll, benefits… Show more Cedars is a non-profit social services provider for adults with developmental disabilities with 160 employees, 14 sites. Managed a staff of 1 HR, plus temps on a project basis. Oversaw 1 payroll staff 2007-2011. Overview: • Managed HR matters and supported 33% annual turnover (30-50% industry standard) • Developed and oversaw departmental budgets • Facilitated employee relations including performed multiple investigations, • talent acquisition, payroll, benefits, compensation, training and development, performance management • Management training and coaching • Union contract negotiation • Led inter-departmental team in addressing departmental and organizational issues Key Results: • Recruiting: led full cycle hiring process; hired 50 people annually • Created efficient hiring process, decreased application to start date by 43% • Training: created and led training for employees; regulatory required trainings and work place safety • Successfully responded to Union grievances and EEOC inquiries • Created effective and efficient 24/7 schedule for 32 employees and managers per regulatory requirements Show less



Major, Lindsey & Africa

• United States
• Staffing and Recruiting
• 300 - 400 Employee

• Human Resource Manager and Payroll Manager

  • Aug 2003 - Oct 2006

  MLA is a legal search firm, placing attorneys in law firm and corporate environments, with 180 employees, 12 states, 16 offices. Managed a staff of 1 HR and 1 payroll. Overview: • Managed HR matters and supported high organizational growth: 64 employees to 180 (20 international) • Facilitated employee relations, talent acquisition, payroll, benefits, training and development • Benefits (12 states, 16 offices): led open enrollments, facilitated all benefits for company, vendor… Show more MLA is a legal search firm, placing attorneys in law firm and corporate environments, with 180 employees, 12 states, 16 offices. Managed a staff of 1 HR and 1 payroll. Overview: • Managed HR matters and supported high organizational growth: 64 employees to 180 (20 international) • Facilitated employee relations, talent acquisition, payroll, benefits, training and development • Benefits (12 states, 16 offices): led open enrollments, facilitated all benefits for company, vendor management • Negotiated separation packages • Managed payroll (multi-state, exempt, non-exempt, commissions, bonuses) and assisted in accounting Key Results: • Created and implemented hiring practices to decrease high turnover rate in specific offices, specifically NY • Created onboarding packets and process (“Best new hire packet I have ever seen” praise from a DC attorney) • Developed policies and procedures to ensure regulatory compliance; created handbook • Implemented a new 401(k) platform and investment house, worked closely with TPA Show less MLA is a legal search firm, placing attorneys in law firm and corporate environments, with 180 employees, 12 states, 16 offices. Managed a staff of 1 HR and 1 payroll. Overview: • Managed HR matters and supported high organizational growth: 64 employees to 180 (20 international) • Facilitated employee relations, talent acquisition, payroll, benefits, training and development • Benefits (12 states, 16 offices): led open enrollments, facilitated all benefits for company, vendor… Show more MLA is a legal search firm, placing attorneys in law firm and corporate environments, with 180 employees, 12 states, 16 offices. Managed a staff of 1 HR and 1 payroll. Overview: • Managed HR matters and supported high organizational growth: 64 employees to 180 (20 international) • Facilitated employee relations, talent acquisition, payroll, benefits, training and development • Benefits (12 states, 16 offices): led open enrollments, facilitated all benefits for company, vendor management • Negotiated separation packages • Managed payroll (multi-state, exempt, non-exempt, commissions, bonuses) and assisted in accounting Key Results: • Created and implemented hiring practices to decrease high turnover rate in specific offices, specifically NY • Created onboarding packets and process (“Best new hire packet I have ever seen” praise from a DC attorney) • Developed policies and procedures to ensure regulatory compliance; created handbook • Implemented a new 401(k) platform and investment house, worked closely with TPA Show less



Institute of Noetic Sciences

• United States
• Research Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Business Operations Specialist

  • May 2000 - Aug 2003

  Project based duties: • Developed departmental budgets. • Developed Statement of Cash Flows for financing purposes. • Lead database conversion team. • Managed retreat center facilities. Key Results: Created a 15-minute PowerPoint presentation for board meeting (90 board members), resulting in $500,000 of pledged donations for capital project Project based duties: • Developed departmental budgets. • Developed Statement of Cash Flows for financing purposes. • Lead database conversion team. • Managed retreat center facilities. Key Results: Created a 15-minute PowerPoint presentation for board meeting (90 board members), resulting in $500,000 of pledged donations for capital project



Moscow Family Medicine

• Bookkeeper

  • 1996 - 1998

  Provided full-charge bookkeeping, payroll and benefit functions for a multi-doctor practice. Provided full-charge bookkeeping, payroll and benefit functions for a multi-doctor practice.