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Laura Geier

@laurageier

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Experienced Human Resources leader committed to continuous improvement.

Canada

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that values innovation and fosters a collaborative culture.

I am a Human Resources and Labour Relations leader with a passion for fostering authentic relationships and driving organizational success. My journey has been marked by a commitment to continuous improvement and a deep understanding of the people behind the business. As a trusted Business Partner, I prioritize trust, transparency, and vulnerability in my leadership approach.

Throughout my career, I have held pivotal roles, including Director of People Operations at Mark Anthony Group, where I led significant initiatives that contributed to the company's hypergrowth from 800 to 2600 team members globally. My strategic planning and leadership have resulted in improved workplace culture, increased employee engagement, and a remarkable decrease in turnover rates. I am proud of my achievements in developing long-term labour relations strategies and leading successful collective bargaining efforts.

My experience at Hootsuite Media Inc. further honed my skills in organizational development and employee engagement, where I partnered with C-level executives to navigate significant changes and drive accountability. I am dedicated to creating a positive impact through innovative HR practices and am excited about the opportunity to contribute to a forward-thinking organization.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Director, People Operations

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Mark Anthony Group

Jan 2019 - Present (6 years 5 months)

Acted as Head of Human Resources for Iconic Wineries of British Columbia, leading the regional People team through recruitment, organizational design, and employee relations. Developed long-term labour relations strategy, achieving union decertification and significantly increasing engagement scores. Contributed to the hypergrowth of Mark Anthony Group, scaling the team from 800 to 2600 globally.

Employee Relations Organizational Development Talent Management Employee Engagement Performance Management Succession Planning Change Management Executive Coaching

Manager, People Operations

Mark Anthony Group

Jan 2018 - Jan 2019 (1 year)

Managed day-to-day people operations, supporting recruitment, organizational design, and employee relations initiatives for Iconic Wineries of British Columbia. Contributed to the overall HR function and supported various HR programs and policies.

People Operations Recruitment Employee Relations HR Policies Performance Management

People Partner

Hootsuite Media Inc.

Jan 2015 - Jan 2018 (3 years)

Partnered with C-level executives across various departments to create and execute HR strategy and business goals, facilitating accountability. Led onboarding for up to 300 new hires annually and managed day-to-day Workday inputs. Advised leadership through sensitive workforce challenges including performance issues and investigations.

HR Business Partnering Organizational Development Workforce Planning Employee Engagement Workday Talent Acquisition Change Management HR strategy

Labour Relations Analyst

Lafarge Canada Inc.

Jan 2014 - Jan 2015 (1 year)

Represented the company in six collective agreement negotiations across various divisions in British Columbia. Developed competitive analysis handbooks and financial analyses to support lead negotiators. Additionally, developed and delivered 2.5 days of training materials for Senior Leaders on labour relations, accommodation, and human rights.

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Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Langara College

Bachelor's Degree, Business Administration - Business Management

Grade: Graduated with Distinction

Completed a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration with a focus on Business Management, including a co-op component. Graduated with distinction, demonstrating strong academic performance.