Own a boutique consulting service focusing on project based (compensation, benefits, talent management, labor strategy) and interim HR leadership assignments. Accepted invitation to collaborate with a Chicago based management consulting firm specializing in the design and implementation of initiatives in Organizational Effectiveness, Change Management, Executive & Leadership Development, High Potential Leadership Development, and Strategic Planning.

Recruited to the top HR role responsible for global human resources reporting to the CEO. Directed strategy and implementation for global business integration, M&A, HR systems, talent management, compensation and benefits. Informally was chief culture integrator. Worked with CEO to transform executives into effective collaborative leadership team

Consulted with line executives of midsize and large North American companies, such as DeVry University, Lumbermens Merchandising Corporation and Bel Brands to enhance organizational and individual performance. Representative projects included:
• Launched executive coaching for C-suite leaders and successors at multiple clients.
• Implemented performance management aligning with goal process.
• Interim Head of Human Resources assignments providing foundation for growing companies..

Directed strategy and implementation for labor relations, talent management, compensation and benefits.
• Collaborated with CEO to create and participate in functional councils, such as Sales, Operations, providing substantial synergies across business units, while still allowing business unit autonomy.
• Led HR component of acquisition integration, resulting in on-going savings exceeding $1M in the areas of pension, healthcare benefits and other benefits without adverse impact on the business