Lauren Casimir

VP of HR & Talent Acquisition @Various startups - MSG- LVMH- T-Mobile - Luna Park VC Backed 2X startups

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As Lauren Casimir, my achievements as VP of HR & Talent Acquisition at various startups include successfully building and leading high-performing HR teams, implementing effective HR policies, and driving talent acquisition strategies. I have a proven track record of attracting, hiring, and retaining top talent in competitive markets. My strategies have significantly reduced turnover rates and increased employee satisfaction. I have also successfully implemented various training and development programs, contributing to the growth and success of these startups. OVER 15+ years experience! Employment- Labor - Law trained

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Work Background

Fundraise UpDirector of People & Talent Acquisition (15 USA States & International)

Apr. 2021 - Jan. 2024New York, New York, United StatesHIGHLIGHTS: Series A Firm - VC Backed ✦Oversaw, and directed global Talent Acquisition and HR functions, overseeing 6 Director-level reports, and developing strategic HR policies, including benefits, recruitment, training, and compensation. ✦Managed vendor relationships with recruitment agencies, job boards, and other talent acquisition service providers, ensuring cost-effective and quality-driven partnerships. ✦Implemented standardized recruitment processes and tools across international locations, optimizing efficiency and ensuring compliance with local labor laws and regulations. ✦Built strong partnerships with external agencies for seamless international candidate sourcing and hiring. ACCOMPLISHMENTS: ✦ Led the development of company equity programs in collaboration with the CEO and Board, designing impactful incentives. ✦Implemented inventive sourcing strategies, utilizing social media, industry events, and recruitment tools to broaden the talent pool and enhance the quality of hires. ✦Spearheaded cross-cultural recruitment strategies, utilizing regional market insights to effectively engage diverse talent. ✦Pioneered and managed metrics and reporting systems, tracking global talent acquisition KPIs, providing data-driven insights for continuous improvement of global recruitment processes.

Independent HR ConsultantConsultant (Senior Managing Director, Talent Acquisition & Human Resources Consultant)

Apr. 2018 - Nov. 2020New York City Metropolitan AreaAs an independent consutant, supported several organizations including Strand Bookstore, Luna Park (Coney Island), Gogo Tech, LVMH, and T-Mobile) HIGHLIGHTS: ✦Served as Nationwide Recruitment Employee Relations and Diversity & Inclusion Recruitment Advisor, offering training and project management services, guiding managers in effective hiring and navigating challenging situations. ✦Oversaw programs for college's legal compliance with employment laws (ACA, ADA, ADEA, EEO, ERISA, FLSA, FMLA, Immigration, OSHA), including regular employee compliance training. ✦Pioneered and implemented a ZOOM culture and engagement festival paired with an employee recognition program. ✦Developed over 50 Diversity & Inclusion Programs and served as a Sexual Harassment & Diversity Advisor & Trainer. ACCOMPLISHMENTS: ✦Implemented a holistic recruitment process for various roles, onboarding 3,800 employees, including 1,600 international hires, and filling 1,450 hourly positions. ✦Established and maintained a performance management program and salary administration system aligning with the organization's strategic goals and objectives.

Independent HR ConsultantConsulting Project Manager-Trainer - IT Recruiter -Google Tech Recruiters

May. 2018 - Jun. 2020New York City Metropolitan AreaHIGHLIGHTS: ✦ Provide expert HR consulting services to clients, addressing various HR challenges and offering strategic solutions to enhance their HR operations. ✦Offered specialized guidance to clients on resolving complex employee and labor relations issues, ensuring compliance with labor laws, and fostering a positive workplace environment. ✦Managed 401k audit process for compliance and accuracy, ensuring alignment with IRS guidelines and ERISA regulations. ACCOMPLISHMENTS: ✦Successfully recruited and onboarded a diverse workforce of over 700 warehouse staff and more than 250 administrative professionals across various departments, including IT, tech, marketing, and logistics, as well as several director-level hires.

Independent HR ConsultantConsulting HR/Recruitment Manager

May. 2018 - Oct. 2019Brooklyn, New York, United StatesHIGHLIGHTS: ✦Held roles as Recruitment Director, Diversity & Inclusion Trainer, and Payroll Manager at Paychex ✦Managed Employee Relations, handling 30+ cases weekly ✦Served as a Trainer and Project Manager for an Amusement Park with three restaurants and a child's entertainment park ✦Oversaw a diverse team of 1,800+ employees, including 600 J1 International Hires ✦Provided expert guidance to managers on effectively handling a wide range of employee-related situations, fostering a harmonious workplace environment. ACCOMPLISHMENTS: ✦Spearheaded the workforce expansion initiative, skillfully filling 450+ vacant hourly positions and recruiting for 25 key salaried roles to fortify the organization's capabilities. ✦Championed the implementation of a cutting-edge HRIS/PAYROLL platform, enhancing the efficiency and accuracy of payroll processes while streamlining HR operations.

The Spot ExperienceDirector of Human Resources & Talent Acquisition

Aug. 2015 - Dec. 2018Greater New York City AreaHIGHLIGHTS: ✦ Supervised a team of 10 direct reports, with indirect oversight of 45 retail store managers, and directly managed four Junior Recruiters. ✦Collaborated with leadership to align HR practices with organizational goals, fostering a high-performance culture and achieving compliance with all relevant employment laws. ✦Led talent acquisition strategies that increased top-tier hires and reduced time-to-fill metrics, while also orchestrating comprehensive HR initiatives to enhance employee engagement and reduce turnover. ✦Established and managed HR for 800 employees, covering compliance, recruiting, employee relations, employment law, strategic planning, compensation, benefits, policies, and workers' compensation. ✦Established a robust diversity and inclusion framework, resulting in a more inclusive and equitable workforce and earning recognition as an industry leader in diversity practices. ACCOMPLISHMENTS: ✦Achieved a revenue increase of over 60% within a year ✦Established and spearheaded the Human Resources department for 800 employees ✦Authored a comprehensive HR Manual, reviewed by attorneys, to guide business owners and HR staff ✦Conceptualized, organized, and implemented employer branding initiatives

The Madison Square Garden CompanySenior Executive Manager of Talent Acquisition and Human Resources

Nov. 2013 - Sep. 2015Greater New York City AreaHIGHLIGHTS: ✦Directed the efforts of 75 permanent employees, supervised 55 direct managers, managed a workforce of 2,500+ hourly employees, and provided guidance to 5 Direct Jr Recruiters. ✦Oversaw a comprehensive employer branding strategy, both online and offline, and effectively managed an annual recruitment budget of $350,000. ✦Served as the primary company representative in contract negotiations, meetings, and discussions with employees and labor organizations. ✦Pioneered the identification and implementation of new processes and procedures, leading to the restructuring of training and recruitment departments. ✦Cultivated strong relationships with college career centers and campus leaders to attract highly educated candidates. ✦Implemented a tailored applicant tracking system (Taleo) that seamlessly interfaced with HRIS in payroll and finance departments. ✦Consistently ranked as a Top Performer, maintaining an average of 150 new hires (exempt and non-exempt) per year. ACCOMPLISHMENTS: ✦Consistently recognized as a Top Performer, maintaining an average of 150 new hires (exempt and non-exempt) annually. ✦Established nationwide talent pipelines, executed successful partnerships with colleges, job boards, and vendors. ✦Achieved a remarkable revenue growth of over 73% within a year. ✦Revamped processes, implemented new procedures, and restructured the training and recruitment departments to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

What Now HRConsultant

Jan. 2005 - Aug. 2014United StatesHIGHLIGHTS: ✦ Lead strategic planning to develop and execute clients comprehensive HR strategies aligned with the client organization's business goals, ensuring that HR initiatives support overall growth and objectives. ✦ Build and maintain strong client relationships, understanding their specific HR needs and provide customized solutions that enhance their workforce, employer brand, and talent acquisition efforts. ✦ Conduct market research then continuously monitor industry trends, labor market dynamics, and competitor activities to identify opportunities and challenges. Use this data to adjust HR marketing strategies to ensure client organization stays competitive. ✦ Create and implement innovative talent acquisition strategies, focusing on employer branding, candidate experience, and recruitment marketing to attract top talent and meet client hiring needs. ✦ Leverage data analytics to track and measure the impact of HR marketing initiatives, optimizing strategies based on performance metrics and ensuring a return on investment for clients. ✦Assist in candidate pre-screening, interview scheduling, and onboarding processes, ensuring a smooth transition from application to hire, and helping clients efficiently fill their job openings. ✦ Educate and lead strategic-level cultural effort to drive Diversity & Inclusion engaged that demonstrate positive impact on a company’s performance & business financial results. CERTIFICATION STATUS INCLUDING RECERTIFICATION DATES: ✦SPHR 2013 Since current ✦GPHR 2014 Since current ✦Concepts in Hourly/Corporate Recruiting PACE, 2017-2019-2019-2020-2023 ✦California Labor Law Retail Certification, 2016-2017-2018-2019-2020-2023 ✦Employee Law, 2016-2017-2018-2019-2020-2023 ✦Sexual Harassment, 2017- 2018-2019-2020-2023 ✦Human Resources Fundamentals, 2016-2017-2018-2019-2020-2023 ✦Compensation Management, 2016-2017-2018-2019-2020-2023 ✦Payroll Audit 2015, 2017 -2018-2019-2020-2023 ✦Recruiting 411 SHRM 2017-2018-2019-2020-2023

Uncommon SchoolsSenior Director of Recruitment & Human Resources

Jan. 2011 - Dec. 2013Greater New York City AreaHIGHLIGHTS: ✦Led comprehensive HR functions, encompassing the hiring of 120 staff members for corporate office roles. ✦Spearheaded nationwide recruitment efforts through large-scale hiring events. ✦Successfully recruited office managers, finance personnel, HR professionals, and Executive/Director-level positions. ✦ Effectively managed and supervised benefits coordination for 18 schools. ✦Played a pivotal role in the implementation of advanced HRIS technology and a monitoring system for FMLA disability. ✦Provided strategic recruitment tools to support all divisions, including the introduction of resume database and tracking systems. ✦Identified and capitalized on potential markets to maximize group revenue opportunities and expand market share. ACCOMPLISHMENTS: ✦Achieved a 35% improvement in retention while reducing costs by 25% ✦Decreased the time to fill open positions from 102 to 54 days ✦Saved $280K by reducing agency fees ✦Provided behavioral interview training to over 250 hiring managers and peer interviewers.

Biscuits & BathSr. Director of Recruitment/Generalist

Jan. 2005 - Dec. 2011Greater New York City AreaHIGHLIGHTS: ✦Led the HR Department for a team of over 580 staff members ✦Successfully recruited and staffed retail locations with store managers, junior managers, and assistant store managers ✦Managed corporate benefit plans, revamped job descriptions, and updated employee handbooks ✦Oversaw a team of 17 managers, handling administrative duties for their stores and fostering staff development ✦Mentored and prepared 50 future Sailors for Navy Recruitment Training, conducting 50 individual evaluation sessions. ACCOMPLISHMENTS: ✦Successfully launched 8 retail stores in NYC and CT within a span of 2 years ✦Secured an impressive 90%-win rate in NYS unemployment hearings ✦Dramatically curtailed staff turnover, achieving a remarkable 15% reduction in under a year ✦Enhanced customer satisfaction levels from 65% to 87% within just 6 months ✦Implemented strategies resulting in attrition rates plummeting to an outstanding 3%.