In today's dynamic workplace, effective HR policy development is crucial for organizational success and employee satisfaction. Featured.com's expert directory showcases top human resources professionals who specialize in crafting, implementing, and optimizing HR policies that drive business growth and foster positive work cultures. These seasoned experts have been featured in leading industry publications, offering insights on everything from compliance and diversity initiatives to performance management and employee engagement strategies. For publishers and journalists, our directory provides quick access to authoritative sources for HR-related content. For HR consultants and policy specialists, it's an opportunity to elevate your professional profile and connect with major media outlets. Whether you're seeking expert commentary or looking to share your expertise, our directory streamlines the process of finding and engaging with trusted HR policy voices. Explore our curated list of HR policy development experts to enhance your content or expand your professional network.
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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 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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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.
Executive Director at Workplace Fairness
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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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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Lead, Talent Management & Development at Berry Appleman & Leiden LLP
I'm an innovative, curious, and passionate People Ops leader trying to connect employers and their people. Super powers include focused, engaging and effective communications, grace under pressure, and maintaining attention to detail while scoping big picture results. I focus on clarity, inclusion, accountability, respect, and trust - which means I operate with those values at the core of what I do and how I treat others. I lean into tough conversations with leaders at all levels, and help advocate for employees while prioritizing the interests of the organization.
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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.
Director, Global Talent Development
HR Director at Elai Inc.
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HR Executive & Consultant
Diverse work experiences enriched me with a holistic and sustainability oriented People & Culture perspective which helps businesses shape and reach strategic goals. I feel the flow when fostering positive workplace cultures. Values (when truly lived by) hold an important role in company's success and I've been happy to lead few value implementation projecs that shook some ground;) I'm striving to create environments where team members feel empowered, valued and driven to succeed. I would also call myself burnout prevention advocate, that is why I'm committed to promoting employee well-being, helping individuals thrive both personally and professionally.
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Director of Training and Development at Clark Schaefer Strategic HR
A broad range of Human Resources knowledge and experience, as well as Customer Service and Business experience in a variety of industries allow me to work with our clients to enable them to meet their HR and Business goals. Superior verbal/written communication and problem solving skills, attention to detail, initiative and the ability to work with others provide a solid foundation. Additionally, I also possess a keen awareness of protecting the company’s interest and liabilities. Specialties: Government Compliance, Performance Management, Complaint Investigation, Training, Recruiting and Selection, Policy and Procedures, New Hire Orientation, Recordkeeping
Director, Talent Development at Tarsus
Creative, collaborative practitioner with 15+ years experience in organizational change, talent management, culture change, employee engagement, and leadership development. I apply my unique experience as a business leader and expertise in organization development to diagnose organizational issues and opportunities, to develop strategies and plans, and to measure the success factors that lead to organizational effectiveness. Specialties: Organization design Talent management and development Leadership development Employee engagement and retention Executive coaching Group facilitation Teambuilding Change management MBTI certified Adult learning
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HR & OD Thought Leadership at Academy to Innovate HR
I’m an organizational psychology specialist with expertise in Strategic HR…
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Organizational Psychologist | Chief Talent Officer | Corporate Recruiting at The WorkPlace Group
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Executive Director at HealthForce Partners Northern San Joaquin Valley
With over 20 years of executive leadership experience in the nonprofit sector, I am passionate about creating positive social impact and system change through collaboration, strategy, and innovation. As the CEO of HealthForce Partners California, I lead a cross-sector, multi-regional, non-profit partnership that connects healthcare, education, and workforce development to mitigate workforce shortages and build career opportunities in the regions we serve.
CEO & AI Leadership Strategist at My Talent Advantage
Kimberly Lee is the CEO of MyTalentAdvantage and a seasoned SPHR-certified Human Resources executive with extensive experience in leadership development and organizational strategy. As an AI Strategist, Kimberly bridges the gap between emerging technology and human-centric leadership, focusing on what she calls "The Ripple Effect"—the profound impact of positive leadership on an entire organization. She is the author of the upcoming book Building a Coaching Culture (launching March 2026) and is a frequent speaker on the intersection of AI, HR compliance, and talent engagement. Her work empowers mid-market leaders to navigate digital transformation while maintaining a culture of trust and high performance.
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President & CEO at HRDQ
With over 35 years of experience in the learning and development industry, I lead HRDQ, a publisher of soft-skill learning solutions that improve the performance of organizations, teams, and individuals. I also oversee HRDQ-U, a platform that hosts webinars, seminars, and other virtual events for learning professionals and their learners. I aim to provide research-based and experiential resources and services for virtual and classroom instructor-led training, covering human resource topics such as leadership, teams, communication, and change. I collaborate with consultants and learning professionals worldwide and leverage my marketing communications, social networking, and workshop facilitation skills to promote and deliver our products and programs. I invite you to connect with me on LinkedIn, Twitter, or Facebook, and visit www.HRDQstore.com and www.HRDQU.com to learn more.
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HRIS, Technology, and Payroll Consultant at Accelerate HCM Consulting
Passionate about transforming complex HR and payroll systems into strategic business drivers. With a background spanning global consulting, public speaking, and project leadership, I bring an analytical mind, creative energy, and relentless drive to every initiative. Whether leading HRIS implementations, launching AI-powered solutions, or planning purpose-driven events, I thrive in fast-paced, high-impact environments. Lifelong do-gooder, committed to using tech and teamwork to build better businesses—and better lives.
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HR Consultant | Career Coach (ICF-PCC) at MK Despe Consulting LLC
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HR policy experts play a crucial role in a company's success by developing and implementing strategies that align with organizational goals. They create policies that enhance employee engagement, ensure legal compliance, and foster a positive work culture. Their expertise helps companies navigate complex issues like diversity and inclusion, performance management, and remote work policies, ultimately leading to improved productivity and reduced legal risks.
HR policy experts are integral to crisis management, particularly in situations that impact employees and workplace operations. They develop and implement emergency response policies, create communication protocols, and ensure business continuity plans are in place. During crises like pandemics or natural disasters, these experts quickly adapt existing policies or create new ones to address unique challenges, maintain employee safety and well-being, and help organizations navigate uncertain times while minimizing disruptions to operations.
HR policies should be reviewed and updated regularly, typically on an annual basis. However, more frequent reviews may be necessary in response to significant changes in legislation, industry standards, or organizational structure. Continuous monitoring of policy effectiveness, employee feedback, and industry best practices is essential. HR experts recommend conducting a comprehensive policy audit at least once a year to ensure all policies remain relevant, compliant, and aligned with the company's goals and values.
Developing effective HR policies involves several challenges, including staying current with rapidly changing employment laws, balancing company needs with employee expectations, and ensuring policies are adaptable to diverse work environments. HR experts must also consider the impact of policies on company culture, address potential biases, and create guidelines that are clear, fair, and consistently enforceable across all levels of the organization.