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michelle kershaw

@michellekershaw

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Experienced Chief People Officer with a focus on HR strategy.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that fosters employee growth and emphasizes diversity and inclusion.

I am an accomplished Chief People Officer with extensive experience in human resources and organizational development. Currently leading HR consulting projects at Humantics, I have successfully partnered with various companies to enhance their people functions, driving effective communication and collaboration across teams. My strategic initiatives have resulted in significant improvements in retention rates and talent acquisition processes, ensuring organizations meet their growth targets.

With a strong background in HR leadership roles at Duck Creek Technologies and Westinghouse Nuclear, I have spearheaded initiatives that earned recognition as one of South Carolina's Best Employers. My expertise in diversity, equity, and inclusion has led to the creation of impactful programs that foster an inclusive workplace culture. I am passionate about empowering employees and investing in their development to align with organizational goals.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Chief People Officer/CHRO

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Humantics, LLC

Dec 2020 - Present (4 years 5 months)

As Chief People Officer at Humantics, I lead the People function, partnering with executives to enhance organizational effectiveness. I manage talent acquisition, performance management, and employee engagement strategies, ensuring a diverse and inclusive workplace. My role includes overseeing onboarding processes and compliance with HR regulations.

Leadership Talent Acquisition Performance Management Diversity And Inclusion Employee Engagement HR Compliance Organizational Development Data Analysis Budget Management Strategic Planning

Senior Human Resources Executive

Duck Creek Technologies

Jan 2019 - Dec 2020 (1 year 11 months)

At Duck Creek Technologies, I served as a Senior HR Executive, driving initiatives that improved employee engagement and performance management. I led the annual compensation planning process and developed DE&I programs, contributing to the company being recognized as a top employer in South Carolina.

Employee Engagement Performance Management Compensation Plans DE&I HR Business Partnering Coaching Benefits Administration Leadership Development Compliance Strategic Planning

Human Resource Consultant

Westinghouse Nuclear

Jan 2015 - Dec 2019 (4 years 11 months)

As a Human Resource Consultant at Westinghouse Nuclear, I collaborated with senior leaders on regulatory investigations and change management initiatives. I developed strategies for aligning benefits programs and enhancing employee relations, ensuring compliance and engagement across the workforce.

Regulatory Compliance Change Management Employee Relations Investigation Workforce Planning HR Consulting Organizational Development Leadership Strategic Planning

Human Resource Director

Butler Hosch, Default Consulting Group

Mar 2008 - May 2015 (7 years 2 months)

In my role as Human Resource Director at Butler Hosch, I managed HR operations for a multi-state law firm. I led the implementation of human capital strategies, supervised HR teams, and ensured compliance with employment laws while driving diversity and inclusion initiatives.