HR Executive with Startup Experience, M&A, international experience, and a strong rolodex

If you want someone highly networked, relentless work ethic and is looking to relocate anywhere at my own expense, I can add immediate value and truly excel. You have an opportunity to hire someone who will help you transform and lead your company into the future. I have M&A experience, international experience of building a company from scratch and leading it to profitability, and I am a strong negotiator with a strong rolodex. I have experience with Angel, Venture, Institutional, Hedge Funds and Private Equity. I am extremely well connected. The value I places on employees encompasses a great spectrum. I revolutionize the way I approach search, and have redefined human resources in the way I work with management teams to attract, hire, develop and reward talented people. One of my focuses is on bringing this discipline to the next level. The people who work with us will have a wide variety of talents and experience, including HR, program management, marketing, team management and analytical skills. The common trait that I hope we share is a commitment to preserving an uncommon culture as we continue to grow worldwide. I have extraordinary communications capabilities with a high tolerance for ambiguity. I have exceptional ability to build credibility quickly at all levels within an organization. I can provide guidance on organizational effectiveness, change management and conflict resolution, as well as provide expertise in the following areas: career planning, performance management, coaching, data analysis, compensation and rewards, employee relations, learning and development, recognition programs, and strategic development. I have experience working in a high-growth, fast-paced, and changing environment. I am a proven leader who is strategist and practitioner with a solid track record of successfully implementing people programs and initiatives. I have strong business acumen and able to translate the needs of the core business function into people solutions. I have proven analytical ability. I am versatility, flexibility, and ability to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm. I have the ability to influence senior leadership. ü Open door policy for mentoring and managing staff (Technical interviewing, counseling/handling individual employee issues, training/coaching, and comprehensive knowledge of building a strong cohesive department). ü “2009 HR Finalist Professional of the Year”; recognized as one of the most outstanding Human Resources Professionals who work in San Diego as nominated by their employees, employers and clients. ü Top negotiator focused on improving company profitability; significantly reduced various long-term contracts including complex IT contracts; saved $20,000 on a phone contract, $14,000 a year of recurring revenue, $40,000 on IT equipment, and $30,000 on software licenses by reviewing and renegotiating current contracts. ü Instrumental in protecting Company’s in California; extremely knowledgeable in CA, NV, AZ, Mexico, NY, and various other employment and labor law states. Prominent focus on liability mitigation at all levels.

Director of Human Resources

Newport Beach, CA