Carrie Halkidis

Provided HRBP services to clients in tech, construction, and federal sectors with a focus on conflict resolution, policy compliance, organizational growth, and strategic hiring. Guided clients through organizational design, change initiatives, and realignment processes.

Acted as a strategic talent advisor on government contracts, guiding hiring and retention decisions in alignment with mission-critical business goals and regulatory requirements. Placed 145+ candidates across FDA sectors and implemented HR policies aligned with FLSA, EEO, and agency-specific guidelines.

Collaborated with leadership to implement scalable HR practices and talent strategy in a rapidly growing autonomous engineering and technology environment, supporting team dynamics and organizational change through the Daimler Trucks acquisition. Oversaw the employee lifecycle and built a high-performing team of 8 recruiters and HR staff.

Established and led the HR function, building recruitment processes, policies, and procedures to support business growth in a start-up environment. Served as lead HR partner on hiring, coached leaders through retention and restructuring plans, and managed stakeholder relationships.

Directed all HR functions for a multi-site organization, including employee relations, payroll compliance, performance planning, and hiring. Supervised investigations, counseled leadership on resolutions, and standardized documents to improve compliance and reduce risks per multi-state employment rules.

Analyzed and exceeded Annual Yearly Progress standards and targeted goals established by the state of Virginia for all students by applying data analysis to monitor progress and inform interventions.

Spearheaded the launch and strategic growth of a bridge painting startup, leading talent acquisition and team management to build a high-performing crew.

Completed a Master's degree at Liberty University in 2013.

Earned a Bachelor's degree in Communication Sciences & Disorders from Radford University.