Honey Rivers

VP of Human Resources and Employee Relations

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People-focused HR executive with progressive HR leadership in talent acquisition, employee engagement, organizational development, and workforce optimization. Strategically aligns HR initiatives with overarching business objectives, positioning HR as a critical driver of organizational success rather than a support function. Enhances overall employee experience by implementing strategies for improving employee engagement, satisfaction, and retention. Multi-industry experience across food and beverage, hospitality, retail, logistics and transportation, manufacturing, automotive, healthcare, banking, and distribution / warehouse sectors. Strategic innovator and change leader who transforms workplaces with a focus on positive, inclusive, and empathetic cultures. Driven by a commitment to “put people at the heart of everything we do.” Implements and leverages HR technology. Analyzes organization’s HR practices to identify any potential risks or compliance gaps. Orchestrates programs related to workplace safety, ethics, and whistleblowing procedures. Highlighted Leadership Contributions: • HR Strategy Alignment: Initiated HR initiatives tied to business goals to impact on productivity, efficiency, and profitability. Increased productivity by 10% after strategic HR initiatives aligned with business needs. • Employee Relations & Conflict Resolution: Reduced workplace complaints / grievances by 17% and decreased resolution time by at least 15% YOY. • Strategic HR Initiatives & Efficiency: Streamlined HR processes, including automated onboarding and payroll processes which resulted at least 15% reduction in HR administrative overhead. • Workplace Wellbeing Programs: Spearheaded wellness programs that increased employee participation in health initiatives by 40%, leading to a 10% decrease in healthcare costs. • Time to Fill Roles: Reduced time-to-fill for key positions by 35%, achieving an average of 45 days for critical roles. • Key Programs & Initiatives: Increased participation in leadership development programs by 95