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HR Executive at Rowland Hall
I'm an 🏆award-winning HR and People Executive with 13+ years of experience building HR functions, elevating culture, and guiding organizations through complex people challenges. Currently, I'm the Head of HR at Utah's largest and prestigious private school (k-12), Rowland Hall-St. Mark's School, where I lead people strategy and development. I also consult with organizations on HR design and workplace culture. My expertise has been featured in SHRM, U.S. News & World Report, Indeed, HR.com, Workable, Best of HR, HR Spotlight, HR for Humans at Work, People Managing People, DiversityEmployment.com, TechnologyAdvice, Deseret News, BestLife, Dice, Utah Business, HR Vendor News, SweetProcess, and Pumble.
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Sr HR Generalist
I am an experienced, hands-on Human Resources professional dedicated to connecting humans to the organization's mission, vision, and values while still having fun.
Author, Chief Human Resources Officer at My HR Specialist Inc
A human resources consulting firm with over 30 years experience, providing hands-on HR support and consulting services to businesses and nonprofits throughout the US specializing in California employment regulations. We support in all areas from hiring, performance management, employee, relations, training, LOAs, and sensitive matters and terminations to name a few. Our focus is to be the liaison between employee and employer, ensuring great communication and a positive working relationship minimizing the risk of employment liability.
Global HR Leader
As a forward-thinking HR leader, I specialize in transforming cultures, scaling HR functions, and driving organizational growth in both startups and large enterprises. I leverage AI, automation, and HR technology to optimize talent strategies, workforce planning, and HR operations while strengthening employer brand and business impact. With deep expertise in HR operations, compliance, global talent programs, and compensation structures, I design data-driven, agile solutions that enhance organizational effectiveness, skills alignment, and workforce agility. My hands-on, technical approach enables streamlined processes, improved decision-making, and scalable HR frameworks. A specialist in change management, executive partnerships, and business-aligned HR strategy, I work closely with leaders to implement high-impact HR initiatives that drive performance, engagement, and innovation in fast-paced, evolving environments.
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CEO at ProvenHR
Jennifer Doherty, MIRHR, is CEO of ProvenHR, where she helps organizations align people strategy with business goals. With over two decades of HR leadership across legal, media, IT, and regulatory sectors, Jennifer brings a pragmatic, business-focused approach to complex workplace challenges. She developed the HR Excellence Matrix, a framework that helps founders and executives manage people-related risk and results with the same rigour as financial metrics.
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HR Consultant | Career Coach (ICF-PCC) at MK Despe Consulting LLC
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HCM Implementation Specialist at Robert Half
HCM Implementation Specialist with 10+ years of experience in enterprise HR technology systems. I have supported HR operations for 300,000+ employees across the United States and Canada, with deep expertise in PeopleSoft HCM, Workday, and Tyler Munis. My experience spans multiple industries including consulting, retail, financial services, and state government. I have led complex implementations including multi-state FLSA compliance configuration across 35 states, mobile HCM integration, and Year-End tax processing for large enterprise organizations. I specialize in payroll systems, benefits administration, HR configuration, recruiting, time and labor, and third-party integrations. I bring both deep technical knowledge and practical business perspective to enterprise HCM challenges.
Founder at HR for Hire
I support employees to navigate HR processes in the workplace. This could be help to understand something like a disciplinary or performance management issue. I help to explain the legislation that underpins the process and try to unpick whether the employer is acting legally. I also help the employee to consider the best route through (even where the employer is acting within the legislation). I act as an advocate and support and debrief with the employee from the sidelines. Sometimes employees need help to work through an interpersonal problem e.g. with a manager or peer, or just need HR coaching and advice for generally getting through the current corporate landscape.
Founder & Principal Consultant at Faulkner HR Solutions
Organizations in both the public and private sectors don't partner with me for easy answers. They come to me because they're ready for an honest conversation about what's holding them back—and a real plan to fix it.I've seen firsthand that most organizational problems aren't about vision; they're about friction. You can feel it in the frustrating policies, the misaligned people strategies, and the inefficient processes that keep good people from doing their best work.My role is to find those points of friction and resolve them. I’m not here to talk theory; I’m here to build practical, measurable solutions for your sharpest pains. My focus is always on delivering results, whether we're tackling high turnover or developing leaders who can truly lead.Having worked in the trenches with a diverse range of organizations—from city governments and NGOs to healthcare systems and oil & gas corporations—I know what it takes to make change stick. It starts with seeing the problem clearly, speaking with candor, and building solutions that last.
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Founder & HR Consultant at Savvy HR Partner
I'm Brittney Simpson, Founder of Savvy HR Partner and a SHRM-SCP-certified HR expert with over 13 years of experience helping businesses make smarter HR decisions, build strong teams, and stay compliant. I’ve been featured in over 50 articles, including Fast Company and SHRM, sharing insights on workplace trends and HR best practices. I also serve as an Advisory Board Member at HR.com, contributing to their Upskilling Task Force to help businesses develop their people and stay ahead in a changing workforce. With an Entrepreneurship Certificate from Harvard University, I understand what it takes to grow and scale a business successfully. Whether it’s hiring, payroll, compliance, or tricky employee issues, I help businesses navigate HR with savvy solutions—so they can focus on what they do best. My expertise includes: * Organizational Design & Workforce Strategy * Talent Acquisition & Employee Retention * Payroll, Compensation & Benefits Strategy * Performance Management & Leadership Development * HR Compliance & Policy Development * Culture Building & Employee Engagement I’ve worked with growing startups and established businesses, helping leaders build strong HR foundations, scale smoothly, and create workplaces where employees feel valued and motivated. From modernizing HR processes to building a positive company culture and developing smart HR strategies, I make sure businesses have the tools they need to succeed. HR doesn’t have to be complicated. Let’s work together to make it savvy.
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Director HR Practice at Phases Consultants Private Limited
Our Coach, is a Business skills coaching and mentoring platform. Our combined team experience of 20+ years each in India and Abroad in Human Resources and Business Strategy Consulting, helps clients build their business potential and achieve growth.My Belief: We create momentum for Growth for business leaders and business owners. My Mission : To enable and upskill potential leaders to achieve their dreams and aspirations, by providing experience-based actionable insights and personal development, tailored to address their needs and challenges. I am available for public speaking engagements on various topics for Workplace Effectiveness eg. Linkedin for Success, Creating Happy Workplace, Power of Storytelling and Goal setting for growth.
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Senior Consultant - Organization Development & Strategic HR Practices at NamanHR
As a Senior Consultant - Client Success Manager at NamanHR, I excel in Organizational Development, Human Resources, Learning and Development, and Talent Assessments. My extensive experience spans multiple industries, including Engineering, Manufacturing, Pharmaceuticals, Chemicals, NGOs, Public Sector, and Publishing, allowing me to bring a comprehensive, adaptable approach to Client Success and Organizational Transformation.I specialize in designing and implementing Performance Management Systems (PMS), developing impactful Leadership Development Programs, and conducting insightful Organizational Climate Surveys. My skill set includes end-to-end HR interventions, such as Compensation Structure Design, Policy Development, and Benchmarking. I also facilitate Executive Coaching and Multi-Rater Feedback systems to drive Leadership Effectiveness and Organizational Growth.Key achievements include leading an Organizational Climate Survey for over 15,000 employees, Goal Setting facilitation for around 750 employees, and co-facilitating successful PMS appreciation and behavioral training programs. My career goal is to leverage my diverse expertise to become a thought leader in HR and a trusted consultant, advancing innovative HR practices and fostering meaningful organizational change.
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CEO & Founder at HR Swagger LLC
Strategic HR Leader | Driving Culture Transformation | Data-Driven Talent Strategies for Future-Ready Organizations | HR Podcast Host & Conference Speaker 🚀
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Workplace Dynamics Expert at Career Blindspot
Juan Kingsbury, Founder and Talent Strategist of Career Blindspot, provides leaders with bold and clear insights on their ever-changing teams. Juan utilizes his expertise of high performers and research of people at work to free up leaders’ time so they can focus hiring and developing the right people. He is excited to connect with any leader who understands this: investing in your team's growth potential starts with investing in your own.
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HR Business Partner at Credo Semiconductor
I am an HR Business Partner with 12+ years of experience across the U.S., Europe, and Asia. With a background in engineering before transitioning to HR, I bring a technical and human perspective to how AI is reshaping the workforce. I write and speak about the gap between how companies implement AI and what employees actually need to navigate these changes - from reskilling strategies to career development in an AI-driven economy. My LinkedIn reaches thousands of professionals navigating AI adoption anxiety, career transitions, and workforce readiness. I have spoken on AI and leadership in webinars and podcast appearances.
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Founder and Principal Consultant at Tekano Strategy and Analytics
Rob Hadley is a founder, principal consultant, and podcast host who leverages his 20 years of experience in strategy, operational excellence, and analytics to help organizations create engaging and inclusive employee experiences to enhance organizational performance. He is the founder and principal of Tekano Strategy & Analytics, a consulting firm that provides data-driven solutions for people and culture, employee experience, and DEI&B challenges. Rob is also the co-host of the award-winning Leadership and Innovation Unlocked podcast, which explores how real leaders leverage the principles of inclusion to drive organizational performance. Rob is a frequent speaker at conferences and for companies on organizational culture and innovation. Rob holds an MBA in Finance and Management from the Wharton School and lives in Salt Lake City, Utah.
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Head of HR at EssayPro
I’m an HR leader with over 8 years of experience who believes that people are at the heart of every successful business. I’ve led talent acquisition efforts that increased employee retention by 25% and reduced hiring time by 30%. I’ve implemented performance management and engagement programs that boosted team productivity by 20% and employee satisfaction scores by 15 points. I focus on creating a work environment where people can do their best work, learn and thrive!
HR Head at Bigohtech
Accomplished Human Resources Executive proactive in meeting company issues head-on with creative and innovative approach. Knowledgeable about changing industry and employment market demands. Expertise includes in performance management and employee engagement.
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Career and Negotiation Consultant at Equal Pay Negotiations
I'm a Career Consultant who specializes in Negotiation and Pay Equity. I bring years of experience working for employers at a staff firm, applicant tracking company, and professional trade association to my work with candidates and employees. I spearheaded two pay equity laws; 1) salary history bans and inclusion of pay in job postings. Over the years I have contributed and been interviewed by NPR, BBC, CNN, Boston Globe, Yahoo Finance, Hollywood Reporter, and more. Additionally, my speaking engagements and workshops have included Harvard, UCLA, Virginia Tech, Women in Construction, Boston Consulting Group, Boston Chamber of Commerce, and more. I've earned an MBA from Bentley University and a BA in Economics from College of the Holy Cross.
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CEO at SBCHR
Steven F. Bell is a senior human resources executive with leadership experience at Diamond Resorts, Caesars Entertainment, American Express, Sprint, COMSAT, and Teligent, specializing in executive compensation, employee benefits, mergers and acquisitions, union negotiations, and international workforce strategy. He served in top human resources leadership roles across hospitality, gaming, finance, telecommunications, and corporate administration, with deep expertise in designing executive compensation programs for public and private companies, including stock, stock options, MIPs, LTIPs, and performance-based incentive structures. Mr. Bell also designed self-insured employee benefits programs for large hospitality employee populations that improved service levels while reducing costs, generating more than $45 million in savings over five years through plan redesign, streamlined administration, and provider negotiations. His experience includes building employee training and retention programs, including a University of Excellence with more than 100 training modules focused on customer service, leadership development, and personal financial literacy. In addition, Mr. Bell has extensive experience in international employment, compensation, and work rules across the European Union, including pre- and post-Brexit workforce issues affecting pan-European operations. He has led human resources integration efforts for major mergers and acquisitions, including the integration of two large gaming organizations with over 100,000 employees and the integration of eight corporate acquisitions into a hospitality operating platform across U.S. and international locations. Mr. Bell has also led multiple union contract negotiations and work council negotiations across the European Union.
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