Proprietor at Worbye Enterprises LLC (2024-01 – Present)
- Handle all aspects of rental property ownership.
Human Resource Business Leader at Smurfit - WestRock (2015-01 – 2024-12)
- Managed all aspects of the HR functions for seven facilities, including change management, overseeing performance management, compensation, organizational development, employee engagement and employee retention initiatives.
- Ambassador of creating an Employer-of-Choice culture, resulting in the highest marks in the company globally for three consecutive years decreasing turnover by 38%.
- Identified and conducted training with the leadership teams ensuring WRK Values were upheld improving employee relations resulting in a decrease of employee compliance line calls by 78% over four year period.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve HR initiatives, working with all levels of management.
Human Resources District Manager at Bed, Bath & Beyond / The Christmas Tree Shops (2012-01 – 2015-12)
- Managed a multi-state district consisting of 1,600+ employees both remotely and on site, communicating daily with leadership team ensuring HR strategies were executed effectively.
- Led a major customer service improvement initiative for the company improving customer satisfaction by 8% in 2014 company wide.
- With Leadership, developed a Shrink Team in each store which reduced theft and job-related injuries by 12% in the region.
- Expert in FMLA, ADA, Affirmative Action, EEO, COBRA, and federal and state legal compliance - USA.
Human Resources District Manager at The Home Depot (2007-01 – 2012-12)
- Oversaw all conflict resolution, criminal activity, and employee issues.
- Developed and executed comprehensive training programs for store managers, resulting in improved employee performance and customer satisfaction.
- Enhanced company reputation through community involvement, developing partnerships with local organizations and participating in charitable events.
Human Resources Manager at IKEA Distribution Center (2002-01 – 2007-12)
- Oversaw all aspects of HR, including full life-cycle recruitment, talent acquisition, performance management, compensation review, conflict resolution, benefit administration, training, and exit interviews for an independent warehouse and distribution center.
- Awarded Manager of the Year twice.
