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Planned Parenthood of Maryland Inc.Human Resources Manager
Aug. 2023 - Jun. 2025Maryland, United StatesLed HR initiatives within the nonprofit healthcare sector, driving operational efficiency across the organization in a multi-unit environment.
Chesapeake Search PartnersSenior Human Resources Consultant
Jan. 2021 - Jan. 2024Towson, Maryland, United StatesServed as a strategic HR consultant supporting organizational transformation through policy development, compensation analysis, and employee engagement initiatives.
Ouida’s Coaching & Consulting KornerHuman Resources Consultant
Aug. 2019 - Jun. 2021United StatesProvided personalized HR consulting and career coaching services to individuals and early-career professionals.
FWD.usDirector, Human Resources
Dec. 2018 - Aug. 2019Washington D.C. Metro AreaDelivered directed end-to-end HR operations for a mission-driven, multi-state organization, acting as a key advisor to executive leadership on workforce strategy, compliance, and organizational development.
Epilepsy FoundationDirector, Human Resources
Aug. 2017 - Dec. 2018Landover, MarylandProvided strategic HR leadership across national and local chapter operations, advising C-suite executives, directors, and regional leadership on workforce planning, organizational development, and compliance.
Society for ScienceManager Human Resources
Apr. 2015 - Jun. 2017Washington, DCServed as the organization's senior HR leader, overseeing strategy and execution across all HR functions to support a mission-driven, fast-paced nonprofit focused on advancing science education and journalism.
ConnectSmart IncorporatedFounder & CEO
Apr. 2007 - Jul. 2015Ellicott CityFounded and led an HR consulting firm serving government contractors and commercial clients, delivering strategic HR solutions including executive coaching, organizational development, and change management.
Chipotle Mexican GrillRegional Human Resources Generalist (regional accountability)
Jul. 2006 - Apr. 2007Greater Denver AreaProvided regional HR leadership in the fast-casual restaurant industry, supporting 1,600 employees across 26 restaurants in MD, DC, and VA with employee relations, training, workforce planning, and retention strategies.
UnitecHuman Resources Manager
Nov. 2002 - May. 2006Elkridge, MarylandLed all HR operations in a manufacturing and professional services environment, implementing the company's first performance management system, employee benefits survey, and 401(k) plan.
National Credit OrganizationHuman Resources Manager
Sep. 2000 - Mar. 2001Baltimore, Maryland AreaLed a team of 10 Human Resource professionals in a financial environment who were responsible for delivering HR services to a workforce of 500 in a multi-location call center environment. Implemented auditing of company-wide benefits, which increased communication and accuracy of employee payroll deductions. Increased the level of customer service in the Human Resources Department by effectively directing and leading HR staff. Results increased the credibility of the HR department. Coached and counseled management on employee relations and led the termination process.
National Credit OrganizationHuman Resources Consultant
Dec. 1999 - Feb. 2000Baltimore, Maryland AreaDelivered Human Resources consultant services for a workforce of 500 in a multi-location environment. Partnered with line supervisors and management on employee relations and training. Provided a high level of Human Resources expertise partnering with the VP of Human Resources. Quickly promoted to Human Resources Manager.
Kaiser PermanenteHuman Resources Consultant (regional acountability)
Aug. 1997 - Dec. 1999Rockville, MarylandResponsible for the delivery of Human Resource services to 4 medical facilities. Coached and counseled management on effective delivery of employee relation. Conducted grievances at the second step, and determined appropriate level of action through written communications. Partnered with in-house counsel on employee relation concerns and arbitration cases. Interpreted union contract for management and fostered professional partnerships with Shop Steward and Business Agent. Developed and delivered progressive discipline training for health care managers, focusing on the importance of adhering to union contracts. Led recruit process of Medical Facility Administrator. Developed questions for panel interview and provided guidance on behavioral interviewing method.
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