Functional Skills
Performance Management
Strategic Planning
Accounting
Talent Acquisition
Succession Planning
Business Operations
Budgeting
Project Management
Cost Reduction
Risk Management
Employee Engagement
Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP)
E-commerce Implementation
Innovation Management
Collateral Development
Certifications
PHRProfessional in Human Resources
SHRM-CPSHRM Certified Professional
Sector Experience
Agriculture
Healthcare
Manufacturing
Technology
Transportation & Logistics
Languages
English
Notable Clients
Amplience
PECTEC Corporation
Experience
Self-employed
Human Resources
Fractional Head of People/HR Leader
7/2024 - Present
I partner with fast-growing tech startups looking to expand their presence in the United States by providing strategic, fractional HR leadership. With almost two decades of experience in people operations—spanning multiple industries, including the SaaS tech space—I specialize in building strong company cultures, scaling teams, and ensuring multi-state HR compliance.
My goal is to offer flexible, high-impact HR solutions that help startups tackle their most pressing people challenges, especially as they are growing their presence in the United States. I can help with:
• People strategy
• Talent acquisition and retention
• Navigating multi-state labor laws
• Policies, procedures and job descriptions
• Payroll and Benefits
• Employee Engagement
• Cover leaves of absences
• Help extend and support the current team
• Special projects
• And more!
My goal is to offer flexible, high-impact HR solutions that help startups tackle their most pressing people challenges, especially as they are growing their presence in the United States. I can help with:
• People strategy
• Talent acquisition and retention
• Navigating multi-state labor laws
• Policies, procedures and job descriptions
• Payroll and Benefits
• Employee Engagement
• Cover leaves of absences
• Help extend and support the current team
• Special projects
• And more!
Amplience
Start-Up
Head of People & Culture - North America
3/2022 - 7/2024
Amplience is the AI Content company that brings together data, performance insights and generative AI – helping e-commerce businesses deliver persuasive content for every shopping context, fueling truly personalized and connected experiences. (High-growth SaaS startup, Series D)
As the Head of People & Culture for North America, I provided strategic leadership in all aspects of human resources, including talent acquisition, employee engagement, performance management, learning and development, compensation and benefits, diversity and inclusion, and People operations. I led the HR team across North America, driving initiatives that positively shaped company culture and contributed to overall business success.
As the Head of People & Culture for North America, I provided strategic leadership in all aspects of human resources, including talent acquisition, employee engagement, performance management, learning and development, compensation and benefits, diversity and inclusion, and People operations. I led the HR team across North America, driving initiatives that positively shaped company culture and contributed to overall business success.
Greenville-Spartanburg Airport District
Human Resources
Director of Human Resources
7/2018 - 3/2022
The Greenville-Spartanburg Airport District, a political subdivision of the State of South Carolina, operates the Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport.
As Director of HR I played a key role in driving strategic HR initiatives, improving operational efficiency, and fostering employee engagement.
As Director of HR I played a key role in driving strategic HR initiatives, improving operational efficiency, and fostering employee engagement.
Buy Sod Inc.
Human Resources
Director of Human Resources
4/2016 - 4/2018
Buy Sod, Inc. is a Shared Services organization and sod wholesaler, that provides partner organizations functional expertise in areas including Human Resources, Payroll, Transportation Safety & Compliance, IT, Accounting, Sales, Fulfillment, Farm Production and Marketing.
I was hired as the Director of Human Resources at Buy Sod, Inc. to establish and lead the HR Department. I directed and managed all aspects of human resources, for 8 entities, located across 5 states, in 4 different industries (agriculture, for-hire trucking, freight brokerage, and wholesale-raw product).
I was hired as the Director of Human Resources at Buy Sod, Inc. to establish and lead the HR Department. I directed and managed all aspects of human resources, for 8 entities, located across 5 states, in 4 different industries (agriculture, for-hire trucking, freight brokerage, and wholesale-raw product).
Hexion
Human Resources
Regional Human Resources Generalist
7/2015 - 4/2016
Hexion is a global specialty chemical and performance materials manufacturing company.
As a Regional HR Generalist, I was responsible for overseeing HR functions across five, 24/7, manufacturing sites (resins and formaldehyde) in four states (GA, NC, NY, and PA). I partnered with managers to provide guidance on personnel matters and managed key aspects of the associate life cycle, including recruiting, employee relations, training and development, performance management, and change management. Leveraging my HR expertise, I advised leaders on policies and programs to align HR initiatives with business goals. I also collaborated with the corporate office in Columbus, OH, to implement company-wide training and strategic initiatives at the local level.
As a Regional HR Generalist, I was responsible for overseeing HR functions across five, 24/7, manufacturing sites (resins and formaldehyde) in four states (GA, NC, NY, and PA). I partnered with managers to provide guidance on personnel matters and managed key aspects of the associate life cycle, including recruiting, employee relations, training and development, performance management, and change management. Leveraging my HR expertise, I advised leaders on policies and programs to align HR initiatives with business goals. I also collaborated with the corporate office in Columbus, OH, to implement company-wide training and strategic initiatives at the local level.
St. Joseph of the Pines
Human Resources
Human Resources Coordinator
8/2010 - 7/2015
LIFE St. Joseph of the Pines, a Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) is a unique program which can assist elders to live safely at home or with their loved ones with the help from a team of health care professionals. PACE provides a full spectrum of health care services, for frail elderly individuals certified to require nursing home care. PACE programs are centered around the belief that it is better for seniors with chronic care needs and their families, to be served in the community wherever possible.
As HR Coordinator I oversaw the recruitment and retention of LIFE employees. I acted as an internal consultant to coordinators and supervisors regarding the handling of employee relation issues. I oversaw the employee fringe benefit plan and acted as a liaison in regard to insurance negotiation matters. In conjunction with our Compliance Officer I oversaw Risk Management for LIFE. I conducted new hire orientation including completion of paperwork and review of employee
As HR Coordinator I oversaw the recruitment and retention of LIFE employees. I acted as an internal consultant to coordinators and supervisors regarding the handling of employee relation issues. I oversaw the employee fringe benefit plan and acted as a liaison in regard to insurance negotiation matters. In conjunction with our Compliance Officer I oversaw Risk Management for LIFE. I conducted new hire orientation including completion of paperwork and review of employee
ATC Healthcare
Human Resources
Staffing Coordinator
4/2008 - 7/2009
ATC Healthcare Inc. has been a nationally recognized leader in the area of healthcare staffing since 1982. ATC Healthcare provides healthcare contingency staffing to a variety of organizations. This includes hospitals, skilled and long-term care facilities, physician clinics and government facilities. From nursing home jobs to travel nurse staffing assignments, from temporary staffing to contract nursing jobs, ATC is the select staffing agency in the Lowcountry.
As a staffing coordinator it was my responsibility to recruit employees in the health care field in order to staff hospitals, doctor's offices, clinics, nursing homes and many other medical facilities, not only in the Charleston area but nationwide. I was also required to adhere to HIPAA, JCAHO and OSHA policies and standards all while maintaining a great working relationship between the employees and the facilities.
As a staffing coordinator it was my responsibility to recruit employees in the health care field in order to staff hospitals, doctor's offices, clinics, nursing homes and many other medical facilities, not only in the Charleston area but nationwide. I was also required to adhere to HIPAA, JCAHO and OSHA policies and standards all while maintaining a great working relationship between the employees and the facilities.
Youngblood Staffing
Human Resources
Senior Human Resource Specialist
7/2006 - 3/2008
North Carolina owned and operated since 1991, Youngblood Staffing, Inc. is considered one of the leading independent agencies in size and industry experience. With four locations in southeastern North Carolina and several additional locations under development, Youngblood Staffing currently serves over 10 counties and anticipates more in the near future.
As a Senior Human Resource Specialist, I have recruited for a variety of positions ranging from basic medical office assistants on up to practice managers. I am also experienced in skill marketing top-notch applicants with extensive knowledge and experience about the medical field.
As a Senior Human Resource Specialist, I have recruited for a variety of positions ranging from basic medical office assistants on up to practice managers. I am also experienced in skill marketing top-notch applicants with extensive knowledge and experience about the medical field.