Human Resources Director – North America at HCP PACKAGING USA, INC. (2024-09 – 2026-03)
A division of HCP Packaging and a global leader in the Manufacture of Cosmetics Packaging, with 1000+ worldwide employees - headquartered in Shanghai, China. Two direct reports in the US and four direct reports abroad. Report directly to the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) of HCP Packaging.
- Supported employees at multiple workplace sites in both the U.S. and Mexico, involving frequent travel and the use of strategic initiatives to unite teams that are geographically separated.
- Advised the C-Suite and Senior Leadership Team on best practices pertaining to disciplinary procedures, succession planning, training platforms, and boosting employee morale.
- Played a key role as Head of Human Resources for the Senior Leadership team in North America, ensuring that other Senior Leaders not only understand the HR perspective when making significant business decisions, but were willing to change course with my support.
Global Human Resources Director at AMPHENOL RF (2023-01 – 2024-09)
A division of Amphenol Corporation and the world's largest Manufacturer of Coaxial Interconnect Products, with 2000+ worldwide employees - headquartered in Connecticut. Four direct reports in the US and abroad. Report directly to the General Manager (GM) of Amphenol RF.
- Managed all aspects of strategic and succession planning across three continents, which requires an in-depth understanding of regional workplace policies.
- Advised the C-Suite and Senior Leadership Team on best practices pertaining to disciplinary procedures, succession planning, training platforms, and boosting employee morale.
- Certified as onsite Insights Discovery Advisor, a corporate tool that draws from Carl Jung's theories to promote workplace balance and productivity.
Human Resources Director at ADVANTAGE MAINTENANCE INC. (2020-01 – 2023-01)
Facilities Maintenance and Management Company with multi-state employees and worksites located in Connecticut, Massachusetts, New York, and Rhode Island.
- Advised in best practices for talent acquisition, retention, disciplinary policies, and state and federal compliance.
- Managed recruiting, onboarding, and employee relations for 400+ employees located at 100+ job sites located throughout the Northeast (Connecticut, Massachusetts, New York, and Rhode Island).
- Designed, implemented, and enforced COVID-19 protocols across multiple states, ensuring compliance with large corporate clients such as Coca Cola, General Dynamics Electric Boat, and Subway Headquarters (Milford, CT).
- Successfully designed and implemented a talent pooling strategy for current and future recurring roles by utilizing sourcing platforms (Indeed, LinkedIn, etc.), integrating specific processes, and educating managers on this new approach.
Global Human Resources Director at OXFORD ECONOMICS (2017-08 – 2019-04)
Economic Consulting Firm with 450+ worldwide employees - headquartered in the UK. Directed all international operations, including 20 worldwide offices. Four direct reports in the US and abroad. Reported directly to the CEO.
- Managed a team of four direct reports in the US and abroad and successfully managed all aspects of strategic and succession planning across five continents, which required an in-depth understanding of local workplace policies.
- Promoted global collaboration by implementing the HR Advisory Group and advising the C-Suite and Leadership Teams in utilizing best practices to align the goals and objectives of multi-regional teams, including the implementation of a universal training and development program, a standard annual performance review process, and a U.K.-based health insurance plan for 250+ employees. Geared toward unifying and standardizing HR.
- Assessed international employee populations to determine the best fit for HRIS, ATS, Payroll, and H/D/V platforms and systems, and effectively established Regional and Global Benefit Programs, including HRIS, Health and Dental Insurance, and Retirement Plans in the U.K., Canada, Mexico, Singapore, and Hong Kong.
- Successfully navigated data migration of large employee populations between systems, resulting in significant cost savings and a more user-friendly interface for employees. Transitioned U.S. staff to a Professional Employment Organization (PEO) model, which created a user-friendly benefits dashboard for employees and yielded annual cost savings in excess of $100,000. Strong network of benefit brokers and providers in the New York marketplace.
- Conducted frequent benefits benchmarking of professional consulting firms in New York to ensure that our benefits and wellness package were attractive to external candidates and led to employee satisfaction and retention overall.
- In 2016, Oxford Economics acquired Stone McCarthy Research Associates, a New Jersey-based economic research firm with twenty employees. I managed all HR-related aspects of the M&A process, including legal disclosures and informing employees that the NJ office would close. I handled this difficult communication effectively and successfully merged the two employee populations within our existing Manhattan office.
Human Resources Manager at OXFORD ECONOMICS (2016-03 – 2017-08)
Economic Consulting Firm with 450+ worldwide employees - headquartered in the UK. Directed all international operations, including 20 worldwide offices. Four direct reports in the US and abroad. Reported directly to the CEO.
Accounting Manager at NEWS AMERICA MARKETING (2013-12 – 2015-02)
Effectively served as Business Partner to Sales, Human Resources, Marketing, and Information Systems at coupon division with 1K+ national employees and multiple locations throughout the U.S. Managed two direct reports.
- Led and monitored talent acquisition, onboarding, coaching, annual reviews, and disciplinary functions for entire finance staff to ensure outstanding workflow performance and results.
- Performed all aspects of strategic planning and project management and served as a Project Manager for the Sarbanes Oxley Compliance Process while complying with all organizational standards and policies.
Human Resources Manager at CAFEPRESS, Inc. (2011-03 – 2013-05)
National eCommerce Apparel Printing Company. Served as key member of Management Team and HR Leader with dual reporting to President, LogoSportswear division, and Vice President of Human Resources.
- Served as the HR Business Partner for Sales, IT, and Production departments.
- Managed the migration of employee data to the new ADP HRIS database and payroll system (ADP Enterprise, eTime, HRB) and controlled onboarding to new HR platform.
- Clearly communicated and presented new corporate policies and initiatives from the new parent company to employees, while providing reassurance and a positive outlook in a professional manner.
- Streamlined succession planning and organizational review sessions with the Management team to ensure employees counseled on a career growth path for their job functions.
Human Resources Manager at CONNECTICUT KIDNEY CENTER (2008-10 – 2011-03)
Health Care start-up with multiple offices. Recruiting for multiple roles, including physician and general medical personnel. Built HR infrastructure from the 'ground up', including benefits programs, annual review and employee evaluation processes, and talent acquisition strategies.
