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Strategic HR Manager with a proven track record in workforce performance.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that fosters growth, values collaboration, and prioritizes employee development.

I am a Strategic HR Manager with a strong focus on aligning HR operations to elevate workforce performance and drive organizational growth. My experience spans leading high-impact global initiatives, optimizing organizational structures, and ensuring compliance through effective communication and relationship-building. I have a proven track record of leveraging HR technology to reduce costs and improve data integrity, delivering scalable, people-first solutions that enhance the employee experience.

Currently, I serve as an HR Regional Manager at The Wound Pros, where I lead change management efforts during a company-wide restructuring and coach frontline managers through performance conversations. I developed a new performance management framework in ADP for over 800 employees and streamlined core HR processes, significantly reducing manual entry errors. My previous role as a People Partner at Nielsen involved designing comprehensive processes for U.S. visa cases and overseeing international transfers, ensuring seamless transitions and compliance.

Throughout my career, I have successfully managed HR operations for various organizations, including the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, where I led an HCM transformation project that automated 70% of routine tasks. My commitment to enhancing HR workflows and improving employee experiences drives my passion for the field.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

HR Regional Manager

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The Wound Pros

Jan 2024 - Present (1 year 6 months)

Led change management efforts during a company-wide restructuring, including role reclassification, coordinating internal communications, and ensuring stakeholder alignment across 4 business units. Developed and launched a new performance management framework in ADP, introducing self-assessments, calibration, and compensation alignment for over 800 employees. Streamlined core HR processes by imple

Change Management Performance Management ADP BambooHR HR Operations Leadership Coaching Internal Communications

People Partner

Nielsen

Oct 2022 - Dec 2023 (1 year 2 months)

Designed and implemented a comprehensive process for U.S. visa cases (H-1B, F-1, Green Cards), streamlining communication with Global Mobility and introducing a visa tracking template adopted by Global HR. Resolved complex employee relations issues across all levels in collaboration with outside counsel, ensuring consistency and compliance. Directed daily people operations for Product, Global Data

Global Mobility Employee Relations HR Operations SAP HRIS Compliance Payroll Benefits

HR Business Partner

Cystic Fibrosis Foundation

Jan 2018 - Sep 2022 (4 years 8 months)

Led HCM Transformation for ADP and Workday, enhancing HR workflows, deploying trainings and creating knowledge guides for over 750 employees. Pioneered multiple projects such as the paperless transformation, implementing a cloud-based HRIS and automating 70% of routine tasks, resulting in a 50% reduction in administrative costs and improved data accuracy. Managed ADP support the entire employee li

ADP Workday HRIS Implementation Workflow Automation Project Management

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

SHRM

SHRM Certified Professional, Human Resources

Obtained the SHRM Certified Professional designation in 2022, demonstrating expertise in human resources. This certification validates a comprehensive understanding of HR principles and practices.

University of Maryland, College Park

Bachelor of Arts, English, Entrepreneurship and Innovation

Completed a Bachelor of Arts degree with a focus on English and a minor in Entrepreneurship and Innovation. This program provided a strong foundation in critical thinking, communication, and business fundamentals.