Human Resources Sales
Resume:
L. Daryl Smith, SPHR, GPHR
Nicholasville KY 40356
Email: abhnl7@r.postjobfree.com
Skype ID: daryl.smith7023
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QUALIFICATION SUMMARY
Human Resources Leader with a distinguished career focused on achieving business results through the unique ability
to apply progressive HR practices to consistently create value. A solid and consistent track record of success in several
industries, including communications and technology, equipment & apparel (sales and distribution), manufacturing, and
financial services. Areas of expertise include:
Strategic Planning Employee Relations Benefits Strategy
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Performance Management Process Improvement Employee Communication
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Compensation / Rewards Talent Acquisition Health / Wellness
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Diversity & Inclusion Organizational Design OD & Change Management
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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Providence Enterprises, (Lexington, KY) 2010 present
Consultant
Self employed HR/OD consultant providing strategic thought leadership and hands on project work for large companies,
small businesses and community agencies. Key areas of expertise include: executive coaching, talent sourcing /
acquisition, strategic planning, goal setting, senior team facilitation, and employee focus groups. The ultimate goal is to
help clients companies create award winning workplaces and strong business results.
ARAMARK / Galls, www.aramark.com, www.galls.com (Lexington, KY) 2008 2010
Vice President – Human Resources & Training
The top HR executive within ARAMARK’s uniform and career apparel business serving the public safety market, with 900
employees and reporting to the Company President. Responsible for effective delivery of human resources and training
programs, consistent with the overall business strategy. Maintained and enhanced the company’s positive employee
relations climate, with a focus on communication, engagement and fun. Key accomplishments:
• Enhanced the bonus programs for inside and outside sales professionals, producing record sales results in FY2008.
• Enhanced the overall employee benefits strategy, including health / wellness initiatives, producing lower claims and
lowering costs by over $1MM.
• Integrated ARAMARK’s competencies into leadership assessment and development programs resulting in more
effective selection, enhanced performance and business results.
• Reduced turnover by 50% through improved employee engagement, focus groups and better work tools.
• Improved employee relations climate during a period of rapid change and economic challenges.
ESPN, www.espn.com (a division of The Walt Disney Company), (Bristol, CT and New York, NY) 2006 2007
Senior Vice President – Human Resources
The top HR executive for the global sports media division of The Walt Disney Company ( www.disney.com), which includes
television networks, radio stations, magazines, mobile phone and high speed internet services, consumer products, and
international sports programming. Responsible for bringing strategic focus to the HR function and driving employee
engagement in this fast paced, global business with 4,500 employees. Key accomplishments:
• Launched a new performance management program resulting in improved alignment and overall performance.
• Revamped the talent planning / succession planning process resulting in improved retention of key talent.
• Added tools and resources to the talent acquisition function, to hire the best during a period of rapid growth.
• Created and delivered a web based pay and rewards system to drive pay for performance.
• Chaired the BPI committee, in conjunction with a company wide $100MM Operating Efficiency initiative.
• Achieved recognition by Cable World Magazine: Best Places to Work (#6) for innovative “people” practices.
COX COMMUNICATIONS, www.cox.com (San Diego, CA) 2001 2006
Vice President – Human Resources (2003 2006)
The top HR executive for Cox’s regional operation (cable system, call center, cable ad sales and commercial sales) with
2,500 employees; reporting to the Regional President / GM. Responsible for maintaining a union free status, improving
HR’s performance and creating an award winning workplace. Key accomplishments:
• Transformed the HR team into an efficient, world class, client oriented operation.
• Implemented a new HR services delivery model, resulting in improved performance and client satisfaction.
• Planned and implemented Leadership Forums and a new succession planning process.
• Achieved recognition by SHRM as the Best Place to Work in San Diego in 2005.
Director – Human Resources (2000 2002)
The top HR executive for Cox’s national call center with 1,200 employees, reporting to the VP Customer Care.
Responsible for maintaining a union free status, improving CSR workflow and productivity, hiring the best talent and
creating an award winning workplace. Key accomplishments:
• Re structured the HR team into an efficient, client oriented operation focused on client satisfaction.
• Improved talent acquisition and training programs, including upgrading systems, processes and facilities.
• Created a workplace culture that emphasizes productivity, engagement and fun.
• Achieved recognition by SHRM as the Best Place to Work in San Diego in 2001.
MOTOROLA CORPORATION, www.motorola.com 1993 – 2001
Field Director – Human Resources, Latin America (1999 – 2001)
Top HR position for two way radio sales and systems design/installation business for the Latin America region, based in
Ft. Lauderdale FL; as well as supporting other US based operations (manufacturing, R&D technology and engineering).
Led a team of 4 HR professionals in the US and 5 in LA, while reporting to business unit head.
Field Director – HR, Regional Sales Office (1996 – 1999)
Led a team of 4 HR professionals while serving on the senior leadership team for Motorola’s two way radio sales, systems
design and installation business. Unit included regional HQ staff and 8 sales offices in the western US covering 15 states.
Manager, HR, Organizational Development and Employee Relations (1993 – 1996)
Hired to build out employee relations and compliance functions within Motorola’s rapidly growing cellular infrastructure
business. Given additional responsibilities within the first year, to include Organizational Development. Partnered directly
with unit President on TQM and re engineering initiatives.
MCDONNELL DOUGLAS / BOEING CORPORATION, www.boeing.com (St. Louis MO) 1985 – 1993
Human Resources Manager
Promoted several times from individual contributor roles to HR leadership roles in business units and corporate
environments. Selected for a rotational leadership program that provided opportunities in production control and total
quality management; and participation in an EMBA program.
EDUCATION
EMBA, Washington University, St. Louis, MO
BSBA, University of Missouri, Columbia, MO
Executive HR Education Programs at Cornell University and Stanford University
HONORS AND PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
University of Missouri – Trulaske College of Business, Convocation Speaker (May 2010)
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Commonwealth of Kentucky – Honorable Kentucky Colonel (January 2010)
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Rock Bridge H.S. Alumni Hall of Fame Induction (October 2009)
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University of Missouri – Trulaske College of Business, Distinguished Alumni Citation (April 2009)
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Cable & Telecommunications Human Resources Association – National Board of Directors, www.cthra.com
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Society of Human Resources Management (San Diego) – Board of Directors, www.sdshrm.org
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University of Missouri Jefferson Club Board of Trustees, www.missouri.edu
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University of Missouri – Trulaske College of Business, Management Advisory Board, www.missouri.edu
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Boys and Girls Club of America (San Marcos Chapter) – Board of Directors, www.bgca.org
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Big Sister League (San Diego) – Board of Directors, www.bigsisterleague.org
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LEAD San Diego – Board of Directors, www.leadsandiego.org
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