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Managing Partner - Skills Unlimited Management Group, LLCKnoxville, TNEMAIL AVAILABLEPHONE NUMBER AVAILABLEWilling to relocate: AnywhereAuthorized to work in the US for any employerWork ExperienceManaging PartnerSkills Unlimited Management Group, LLC - Knoxville, TN 2017 to PresentKey Focus Areas:* Design programs to help managers recruit, develop, train and retain talented employees.* Help companies secure public funding sources to support training and retraining of skilled-labor employees and managers.* Provide organizational assessments and leadership training for manufacturing companies.* Design and implement workforce development and training initiatives also include Diversity & Inclusion programs that are primarily designed to coach and train managers to effectively embrace the diversity of all aspects of its business.* Design and conduct employee engagement surveys.Human Resources DirectorPhillips & Jordan, Inc - Knoxville, TNDecember 2014 to March 2017Responsible for the design and implementation of core human resources programs and systems including: benefits management, compensation design, employee relations, staffing and recruiting, EEO/Affirmative Action, diversity management, succession planning, and leadership development and training.Accomplishments:* Designed and implemented a nationwide recruiting program to attract and retain skilled employees from laborers, to construction supervisors, to corporate executives.* Implemented an Applicant Tracking System to attract thousands of job applicants on a monthly basis.* Selected and trained Human Resources staff comprising seven team members.* Created a new pre-employment medical and ergonomic screening process that resulted in significant decreases in Recordable and Lost Time Accidents.* Developed a comprehensive Benefits strategy that included enhancements to the Medical, Dental, and Vision programs. Added company-paid life insurance benefits. Added a company-wide Health & Wellness program to incentivize participation and lower healthcare costs.* Developed a comprehensive compensation program to enable the company to attract and retain top talent.* Developed employment compliance programs including, but not limited to, Affirmative Action, Equal Employment Opportunity, Harassment Free Workplace training, etc.* Revised Employee Handbook, including core policy revisions. Human Resources DirectorUSA Tank Company - Anderson, MOMay 2012 to December 2014Lead the formation and operations of a full-service HR organization. USA Tank is one of the world's largest and most innovative bulk tank storage companies. USA Tank has core capabilities in all facets of tank construction; including engineering and design, manufacturing, project management, and construction. The HR function includes, benefits, payroll, corporate security, safety, staffing and recruiting, compensation management, employee relations and community relations. Accomplishments:* Designed and implemented an aggressive recruiting and staffing strategy resulting in attracting and retaining high value talent.* Built HR infrastructure to support rapid expansion of our business through North America and internationally.* Designed and implemented a competitive benefits strategy, resulted in significant annual cost savings.* Implemented a comprehensive safety and industrial hygiene program; reduced Worker's Compensation premiums by over $100,000 annually.* Developed tele-medicine program that facilitated the achievement of 18 consecutive months without a lost-time injury or accident.Vice President of Team Member Engagement & Chief Diversity Officer Tyson Foods, Inc - Springdale, AR2003 to 2011Led a team of eight direct salaried professionals to fulfill the responsibilities of leading the Employee Engagement, Leadership Development, Inclusion & Diversity, and Chaplaincy Services strategies and activities for the world's largest combined producer of chicken, pork, and beef. I was responsible for implementing training programs and strategic initiatives associated with these HR functions. The total workforce comprised 120,000 team members.Accomplishments:* Designed and implemented FUSETM (Fueling Success and Engagement) Vision 2020. This program has been trademarked. Resulted in significant improvements in business processes and employee networks.* Worked directly with peer senior HR business partners (senior generalists, staffing and recruiting, compensation, and benefits) to develop solutions and implement plans to address FUSE(TM) recommendations.* Implemented corporate-wide Organizational Effectiveness Assessments at all levels.* Designed and implemented Pipeline Management Process (PMP) to feed internal candidates into the corporate Succession Plan. Also designed and implemented PMP training for field and corporate managers.* Designed and facilitated Tyson's Employee Communications Strategy: One, powered by Tyson in 2005. This communications strategy was implemented throughout all Tyson manufacturing locations in the United States.* Wrote and implemented Inclusion & Diversity training programs called PEER(PauseEngageExpandReflect). This program is offered to all salaried management team members.* Managed the Chaplaincy Services program (U.S., Canada, Mexico), which included over 100 full-time and part-time chaplains at operations facilities.Director Corporate Recruiting & Diversity/EEOUnion Carbide, Inc - Danbury, CT1998 to 2003Led a team of twelve direct salaried professionals to develop plans and implement strategies to meet the company's objectives relative to its Staffing/Recruiting of technical and managerial professionals. I also managed the Inclusion & Diversity/EEO programs. These programs impacted the entire company which had over 10,000 employees, with 90% holding B.S. degrees or higher. Accomplishments:* Worked directly with business unit HR business partners to create and implement integrated corporate staffing plans.* Created one of the world's most competitive recruiting functions for acquiring top candidates holding master's degrees and Ph.D.'s in Engineering from the highest ranking colleges and universities.* Directly managed all executive staffing and recruiting activities for positions at the director level and higher* Implemented and managed the Upward Mobility planning process to assist senior management with identifying, developing, and preparing women and People of Color for career advancement.* Created and led the Diversity Leadership Council (DLC), which consisted of 22 leaders from across the company. Chaired by the chairman & CEO, the DLC provided consultation and advice to senior management regarding Inclusion & Diversity issues and opportunities. Human Resources Manager, Monsanto Business Services Monsanto Company - St. Louis, MO1994 to 1998Provided HR generalist support for several business groups in Monsanto Business Services (MBS): Procurement & Logistics, External Relations, Facilities Management, Information Technology, Finance & Accounting, and Corporate Legal. MBS comprised approximately 2,500 employees. Accomplishments:* Severed as HR generalist for several Monsanto Business Services (MBS) functions to support the company's major restructuring activities; which divided the company into two separate companies (the former Chemical group now called Solutia and Monsanto Life Sciences).* Led the design of a competency-based performance management process that was flexible and adaptable to meet the needs of various MBS functions.* Provided corporate staffing and recruiting support for MBS functions. Human Resources Director, HybriTech Seed International (A Division of Monsanto) - Wichita, KS Started up the comprehensive human resources function for the world's largest producer of hybrid wheat seed. Helped transform the company from a research-based company into a commercial seed production company. HybriTech Seed comprised 600 employees, with most holding technical advanced degrees.Accomplishments:* Developed and implemented safety programs which included: health management systems, OSHA regulations, routine safety inspections, safety reward and recognition programs, and all safety training.* Designed and implemented the Seed divisions first incentive compensation program called EQP(Excellence, Quality, & Productivity)* Was selected to participate in a company-wide strategic vision project to transform Monsanto into a Life Sciences company. This project led to the creation of the new vision for the Ceregen (New Products Division): "Abundant Food and a Healthy Environment." EducationB.A. in PsychologyElon University - Elon, NCOrganizational ManagementWichita State University - Wichita, KSSkills Human Resources (10+ years) Competitive Analysis (10+ years) Benefits Administration (10+ years) Training & Development (10+ years) Succession Planning (7 years) Management (10+ years) |
