KFKathleen Frantz
@kathleenfrantz
Transformational HR leader driving workforce strategy, ER, and organizational change.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I am a transformational HR leader with 20+ years building future-ready organizations across healthcare, engineering, consumer goods, and pharmaceutical sectors. I have led ER integration for acquisitions, redesigned compensation and benefits, delivered data-driven workforce insights, and coached senior leaders to improve performance and engagement.
My track record includes reducing litigation exposure, standardizing policies across multi-site operations, improving hiring outcomes through modernized sourcing, and achieving measurable improvements in safety and workers’ compensation. I bring consultative influence, conflict resolution, and a focus on aligning HR innovation with business growth.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Employee Relations Specialist
Penn State Health
Jan 2019 - Jan 2025 (6 years)
Strengthened enterprise employee-relations strategy, led ER integration for multiple acquisitions, and delivered data-driven insights on turnover and retention to shape leadership talent decisions.
Human Resources Manager
Dawood Engineering, Inc.
Jan 2017 - Dec 2017 (11 months)
Modernized recruitment with digital sourcing, redesigned compensation and benefits programs, and resolved complex HR issues to strengthen manager–employee alignment.
Human Resources Manager
DHC USA
Jan 2014 - Dec 2015 (1 year 11 months)
Directed HR operations across PA, CA, and the UK, overhauled full-cycle talent acquisition and onboarding, and rebuilt performance-management and salary-administration programs.
PFServed on senior leadership driving HR strategy for manufacturing and distribution, ensured compliance with federal/state employment laws, and developed national temporary staffing guidelines.
Head of HR
Loving Care Agency
Jan 2002 - Dec 2010 (8 years 11 months)
Oversaw HR operations for ~1,000 employees, standardized ER policies across sites, chaired a safety committee that reduced workers’ comp premiums 5%, and cut payouts over 10% annually via return-to-work programs.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
VUVillanova University
Master of Science, Human Resources Development
Completed a Master of Science in Human Resources Development focused on HR strategy, talent management, and organizational development.
UPUniversity of Pittsburgh
Bachelor of Arts, Business
Completed a Bachelor of Arts in Business with foundational coursework in business principles relevant to HR and operations.
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