Develops and inspires an engaged workforce to deliver next level results. Sought out by leadership and staff for out-of-the box problem solving and innovative business solutions. Wise, respected, and instinctive coach. Go-to person for large scale project management. Drives accountability and results across the organization.
Human Resources VP Director Created company succession program for Next-Level Leader/Key Staff which evaluated supervisors against company values and required skillsets for succession. Secured State of Colorado training grants valued at $127,000 to improve staff skills and technical knowledge; developed the Group University 96-topic in-house training program along with personal development plans, new leader training, executive assessment tools, and mentoring programs. Business Growth: Partnered with executive committee to manage business while achieving 142% sales growth over an eight year period in a declining business sector. Controlled budgets from $2.5M- $10M. Outperformed annual budget expectations each year by as much as $200k. Career History Principal, GROWTH BY DESIGN, LLC (LEADERMENTOR.NET), 2013 to present Provide HR, business & organizational consulting: project, business, leadership, and performance management. Human Resources VP Director, GROUP, INC., 1993 to 2013 Directed human resources, business and strategic planning for an international provider of digital products, educational resources, events, seminars, and conferences. Guided corporate direction for profitability, business structure, and communications. Controlled budgets up to $10M.
LEADERSHIP | STRATEGIC GROWTH | PROJECT MANAGEMENT Orchestrated successful merger with $5M out-of-state organization. Conducted due diligence, implemented transition plan, and advised business leaders on mergers and acquisitions. Partnered with the CEO and President on multiple restructuring initiatives to raise revenue and reduce costs while minimizing staff reductions. Executed multiple new-venture introductions: Researched, tested markets, and completed the business plan for a Volunteer Association product, which became the largest membership organization of its kind. Business plan development and launch of Fireside Caf and catering business. Received 100% positive leader evaluation scores from employees over 8 consecutive years. Identified by executive leadership as one of the top performing leaders in the organization. Won a company-wide Teamwork Award for collaboration and hands-on efforts across business units. OPERATIONS & FACILITIES Managed 48,000 sq. ft. building expansion: Negotiated, contracted, and led design/construction of company building expansion. Effective management saved $182,000 from original bids, and negotiated savings of $232,000 from original building expansion fee structure with City. Saved $7M over 5-years through contracts and pricing negotiations with suppliers and vendors. Saved $800,000 over two years by negotiating benefits with broker and insurance carriers. Continued
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HUMAN RESOURCES / PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT Earned multiple Best Place to Work awards by establishing a fun, distinct and high performance culture with sound business practices that was recognized nationally, regionally and locally. Created company succession program for Next-Level Leader/Key Staff which evaluated supervisors and staff against company values and required skillsets for succession. Established cutting edge Corporate Wellness program to educate, provide resources, and equip staff and families to proactively manage their health; partnered with Colorado State University School of Nutrition and insurance carrier. Created both a wellness concierge and fitness coach internship to drive corporate wellness and assist in managing health care claims experience. Initiated a Total Compensation committee to maintain fair-pay while driving company goals; changed pay and incentive structure to reward top performers and implemented new revenue/performance goals to track employee performance. Designed a 180-Degree Leadership Evaluation assessment tool that allowed staff to evaluate their leader in 37 key leadership areas on a semi-annual basis.
Co-Owner (Family Business), WRAP-N-MAT, INC., 1998 to 2012 As a small business owner, provided guidance, launched, and supported business operations for a US-based green marketplace provider of sandwich, food, and snack reusable wraps. Developed business plan, associated pricing per sales channel, and established contracts for distributors and sales consultants (US and International) that resulted in a partnership with the largest US grocery distributor who delivers to 90% of the grocery marketplace. Participated in retail trade shows and sales efforts into major retailers such as Wal-Mart, QVC, Container Store, and Cost Plus. Negotiated and secured product raw materials at significant savings (50%+ discounting) while developing agreements to manufacture domestically and internationally reducing manufacturing costs by up to 120%. Assisted with inventing and patenting two products.
Regional Human Resources Director, AGENCY RENT-A-CAR, Prior to 1993 Led regional human resource functions at the #1 provider of insurance replacement vehicles in the United States. Oversaw 200+ employees at 40+ offices with focused efforts in California, Arizona, and Colorado.
Education & Certifications Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, University of La Verne Selected as Business Student of the Year Graduated Cum Laude Concentration in Human Relations and Marketing Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) Sandler Sales & Sales Management Certification