Experience

Janus Hotels & Resorts
• United States
• Hospitality
• 1 - 100 Employee
• Human Resources Director at the Residence Inn by Marriott & Courtyard by Marriott Stamford Downtown

  • Aug 2020 - Present


Urgo Hotels and Resorts

• United States
• Hospitality
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director of Human Resources

  • May 2018 - Present

  Strategic Human Resource Business Partner. Develops and implements goals and strategies that serve to attract, develop and retain diverse premier talent which enables the successful implementation of hotel strategies of that cluster of hotels; the brand service strategy and brand initiatives also form a key focus. Utilizes a Human Resource Business Plan aligned with hotel, brand and Divisional HR strategies to deliver HR services that enable business success. As a member of the executive… Show more Strategic Human Resource Business Partner. Develops and implements goals and strategies that serve to attract, develop and retain diverse premier talent which enables the successful implementation of hotel strategies of that cluster of hotels; the brand service strategy and brand initiatives also form a key focus. Utilizes a Human Resource Business Plan aligned with hotel, brand and Divisional HR strategies to deliver HR services that enable business success. As a member of the executive committee, develops and implements hotel-wide strategies that deliver products and services to meet or exceed the needs and expectations of the brands target customer and property associates. Provide a return on investment to the owner and Marriott International. For functional/discipline guidance, has a direct reporting line to the Area General Manager and Vice President, HR. Show less Strategic Human Resource Business Partner. Develops and implements goals and strategies that serve to attract, develop and retain diverse premier talent which enables the successful implementation of hotel strategies of that cluster of hotels; the brand service strategy and brand initiatives also form a key focus. Utilizes a Human Resource Business Plan aligned with hotel, brand and Divisional HR strategies to deliver HR services that enable business success. As a member of the executive… Show more Strategic Human Resource Business Partner. Develops and implements goals and strategies that serve to attract, develop and retain diverse premier talent which enables the successful implementation of hotel strategies of that cluster of hotels; the brand service strategy and brand initiatives also form a key focus. Utilizes a Human Resource Business Plan aligned with hotel, brand and Divisional HR strategies to deliver HR services that enable business success. As a member of the executive committee, develops and implements hotel-wide strategies that deliver products and services to meet or exceed the needs and expectations of the brands target customer and property associates. Provide a return on investment to the owner and Marriott International. For functional/discipline guidance, has a direct reporting line to the Area General Manager and Vice President, HR. Show less



Courtyard by Marriott Stamford Downtown at Urgo Hotels

• HR Manager

  • Dec 2004 - Present

  Job Duties include but not be limited to: Administration • Review and assess the contents of all employee files, verifying all required and legal documentation is current. Maintain confidential records according to established best practices • Implement new hire, orientation, training processes to be followed by each Department Manager. • Ensure proper workers’ compensation coverage is in place and report claims in a timely manner. • Assist General Manager with special… Show more Job Duties include but not be limited to: Administration • Review and assess the contents of all employee files, verifying all required and legal documentation is current. Maintain confidential records according to established best practices • Implement new hire, orientation, training processes to be followed by each Department Manager. • Ensure proper workers’ compensation coverage is in place and report claims in a timely manner. • Assist General Manager with special events and projects as needed throughout the year. • Responsible for payroll submission, recordkeeping and employment practices. Recruitment and Selection • Support Department Managers in the recruitment and selection of new hires by screening, interviewing and selecting candidates. • Prepare and post job openings on various employment sites. • Prepare employment offer letters. Benefits • Provide overview of, and documentation for, medical, dental and 401(k) plans, and ensure proper and timely enrollment of all new employees. • Coordinate 401(k) seminars for staff and annual benefits open enrollment process. • Maintain 401(k) payroll submission files and documentation in a timely fashion and in accordance with provider guidelines. Employee Relations • Communicate with upper management regarding the development of new hires, employee performance issues, and terminations. Performance Management • Coordinate and assist each Department Manager with annual performance appraisals. • Recommend employee relation practices necessary to establish a positive employer-employee relationship and promote a high level of employee morale and motivation. Legal/Regulatory Compliance • Stay current with all State & Federal employment regulations. Maintain professional and technical knowledge by reviewing publications and establishing professional networks. • Counsel managers on employee performance issues. Assist in preparation of performance documentation. Show less Job Duties include but not be limited to: Administration • Review and assess the contents of all employee files, verifying all required and legal documentation is current. Maintain confidential records according to established best practices • Implement new hire, orientation, training processes to be followed by each Department Manager. • Ensure proper workers’ compensation coverage is in place and report claims in a timely manner. • Assist General Manager with special… Show more Job Duties include but not be limited to: Administration • Review and assess the contents of all employee files, verifying all required and legal documentation is current. Maintain confidential records according to established best practices • Implement new hire, orientation, training processes to be followed by each Department Manager. • Ensure proper workers’ compensation coverage is in place and report claims in a timely manner. • Assist General Manager with special events and projects as needed throughout the year. • Responsible for payroll submission, recordkeeping and employment practices. Recruitment and Selection • Support Department Managers in the recruitment and selection of new hires by screening, interviewing and selecting candidates. • Prepare and post job openings on various employment sites. • Prepare employment offer letters. Benefits • Provide overview of, and documentation for, medical, dental and 401(k) plans, and ensure proper and timely enrollment of all new employees. • Coordinate 401(k) seminars for staff and annual benefits open enrollment process. • Maintain 401(k) payroll submission files and documentation in a timely fashion and in accordance with provider guidelines. Employee Relations • Communicate with upper management regarding the development of new hires, employee performance issues, and terminations. Performance Management • Coordinate and assist each Department Manager with annual performance appraisals. • Recommend employee relation practices necessary to establish a positive employer-employee relationship and promote a high level of employee morale and motivation. Legal/Regulatory Compliance • Stay current with all State & Federal employment regulations. Maintain professional and technical knowledge by reviewing publications and establishing professional networks. • Counsel managers on employee performance issues. Assist in preparation of performance documentation. Show less



Saks Fifth Avenue

• United States
• Retail
• 700 & Above Employee

• Manager of Systems, Service and Training

  • Sep 1998 - Dec 2005

  Responsible for delivering all training in the 100+employees department store: facilitating class instruction, developing training material, managing tracking systems, product knowledge training, conduct training for all new corporate development initiatives. Responsible for delivering all training in the 100+employees department store: facilitating class instruction, developing training material, managing tracking systems, product knowledge training, conduct training for all new corporate development initiatives.