South Automotive Group and Vista MotorsCorporate Human Resource Director
Dec. 2003 - Jul. 2022Miami/Fort Lauderdale AreaTransformed HR from administrative role to strategic business partner, including working in partnership with senior management and the executive team to drive key business initiatives and implement performance metrics. Conducted extensive analysis of existing HR organization, function, and performance, to develop a business plan to update all policies, procedures, services, programs, and operations. Direct human resources functions, including talent acquisition, on-boarding protocols/practices, employee benefits, compensation, wage and hour compliance, performance management, employee development, risk management, workers’ compensation, and employee/labor relations. Launched a very successful internship program which was featured in the Miami Herald all thanks to amazing partners Mark Krieger and Antonio Zarur!