Vivian Ayuso
**** *. ***** ******* - ***. 9C
Omaha, NE 68118 Chicago,
IL 60610
Cell: 402-***-**** ably1w@r.postjobfree.com
http://www.linkedin.com/in/ayuso
HUMAN RESOURCES EXECUTIVE
Summary
Visionary and strategic Human Resources Executive known for leading
cultural and organizational change to achieve company goals. Highly
effective in partnering with the CEO and staff to promote new thinking and
implement creative HR solutions to assess and resolve a wide range of human
capital issues. Known for ability to recruit and develop talented human
resources organizations. Exceptional bilingual and bicultural English-
Spanish communications skills (verbal and written). Areas of expertise
include:
Benefits Executive Compensation
Talent Development & Executive Coaching Compliance
Employee Relations Change Management
Diversity/EEO/AA Staffing
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE & ACCOMPLISHMENTS
INFOGROUP - Technology, Marketing & Information Company
(2008-July 2010)
SVP Human Resources - Omaha, NE (July 2010 Company was purchased by a
private equity firm)
Strategic business partner for the senior executive team reporting to the
CEO. Responsible to lead an HR team of 35, with oversight for 5, 000
employees in a $499 - $750 million business. Member of the board's
Executive Compensation Committee and company's 401K Committee.
. Improved HR performance and reduced costs by designing a new integrated
HR business model
. Increased benefit offerings while offsetting costs by providing
leadership for the selection, management and consolidation of health and
welfare programs
. Created a culture of accountability by implementing a unified performance
management process and pay for performance philosophy
SANCHEZ & ASSOCIATES
(2007 - 2008)
Sr. Consultant - Omaha, NE
Served as a freelance consultant specializing in Diversity & Inclusion,
Work-Life Effectiveness, Translation (English-Spanish), and Multicultural
Affairs.
CONAGRA FOODS
(2003 - 2006)
Sr. Director Diversity & Inclusion - Omaha, NE
Served as an advisor to the senior leadership team in all matters
pertaining to local and national diversity affairs. Led internal
diversity team inclusive of Multicultural Affairs, Wellness & EEO/AA
covering 45,000 employees.
. Drove cultural transformation by designing and implementing company's
first diversity & inclusion strategy in support of overall business
strategy, in an environment & culture uninitiated to diversity
. Created a Corporate-wide diversity friendly image by joining boards and
involving key stakeholders to sponsor and create a diversity strategy
. Engaged the senior executive team to sponsor and participate on the
company's first Executive Diversity Council.
. Mobilized the organization by gaining senior staff support to implement 4
company employee resource groups
AYUSO CONSULTING
(2002 - 2003)
Founder - Barrington, IL
Specialized in Diversity & Inclusion and English-Spanish bilingual and
bicultural issues.
Vivian Ayuso
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MOTOROLA INC., Schaumburg, IL
(1979 - 2001)
Aggressively moved through the ranks to earn Director level responsibility
for over a decade.
Director Global Diversity Talent Supply - Schaumburg, Illinois
(1998 - 2001)
Built a corporate-wide global diversity program by creating & implementing
Motorola's global talent supply diversity strategy
. Increased the level of diverse hires to include middle and senior level
positions by introducing innovation in sourcing programs and positioning
Motorola as a leader in diversity sourcing & recruitment
. Directed a staff of 13 managers & professionals located in Europe, Asia
and North America.
. Successfully drove culture change in a highly matrix environment
Director of Human Resources - Communications Division - Plantation, FL
(1994 - 1998)
Significantly increased quality and performance levels while strengthening
relationships with operations by reengineering the HR organization in South
Florida. Member of the senior staff responsible for the strategic
direction, development and execution of programs in all areas of Human
Resources for a 2,800-employee facility, with an additional 1,000
associates throughout the Americas. Directed a staff of 26 for a $300
million business unit
. Improved customer satisfaction and quality of services by developing
strong operational relationships
. Revitalized a culture of performance excellence by implementing processes
for performance management and accountability of associates.
. Successfully supported cost reduction and positive employee relation
efforts by directing the re-assignment and separation of 300 associates
impacted by a business move to Asia.
Director of Diversity - Land Mobile Products Sector - Schaumburg, IL
(1991 - 1994)
Institutionalized a best-in-industry diversity strategy for Motorola's
largest sector, inclusive of EEO/AA, Work/Life and Community Relations
functions covering 24,000 employees, $3 billion business unit.
. Created a family friendly culture designed to attract and retain diverse
hires and top talent
o Key member of a senior leadership team responsible for company's
1st on-site child-care center
o Implemented and deployed a new and aggressive flexible work options
program
o Developed educational partnership with underserved middle school.
o Enhanced the business culture by introducing and implementing
guidelines for employee volunteerism
. Mobilized and engaged hundreds of employees, managers and senior
executives in diversity panels, workshops, training, employee network
days & other related programs
Additional Motorola HR Roles
Sr. Personnel Manager, Sales & Distribution (5000 employees)
EEO/Affirmative Action Manager -Sales & Distribution (5000 employees)
Employee Relations Supervisor - Automotive & Industrial Electronics Group
(3000 employees)
EEO/Affirmative Action Specialist - Land Mobile Products (6000 employees)
Professional Development, PRofessIONAL MEMBERSHIPS, Community Service
Center for Creative Leadership The Conference Board
Motorola University Leadership AMA
Conferences
HR Leadership Council WorldatWork
Board member or volunteer for
non-profits
Education
MS, Industrial Relations, Loyola University, Chicago, IL
BS, Commerce, University of Louisville, Louisville, Kentucky