Human Resources Manager

T. Lindsay Oliekan, MBA, PHR

**** *. ***** ****** • Gilbert, Arizona 85296 • Phone 480-***-**** • *************@***.***

Professional, proven, and trusted leader in Human Resources with a solid

ability to direct a diversified range of HR functions.

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES / IT MANAGER / PROPERTY MANAGER June 2007 – Present

VIVO PARTNERS, INC.

Phoenix, AZ

The parent organization of a group of professional service companies working in the Civil Design, Land Surveying,

Architecture, Commercial Construction Consulting, Real Estate Development, Property Management, and Restaurant lines

of business.

DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES (Temporary Consulting Position) Feb. 2007 - May 2007

GEOTECHNICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANTS, INC.

Phoenix, AZ

An engineering consulting firm specializing in geotechnical, environmental, chemical and construction materials testing

and analysis, servicing both the residential and commercial industries.

DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES Dec. 2003 – Feb 2007

PFP HOLDINGS, INC.

Gilbert, AZ

The parent company to multiple subsidiaries operating in the residential construction, mortgage, land development, and

event planning industries. Largest subsidiary is TREND HOMES, INC., one of Arizona’s largest and leading residential

homebuilders.

MANAGER OF HUMAN RESOURCES July 1999 – Nov. 2003

WICKES INC., [NASDAQ: WIKS]

Raleigh, NC; Vernon Hills, IL

A national retailer and manufacturer of building materials and components with over 125 retail locations and

manufacturing plants in 26 states, including limited international operations.

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

Reliable individual with integrity, high ethical standards, exceptional values.

Over nine years direct HR leadership experience.

14+ years general management and operational experience.

Certified Professional in Human Resources (PHR).

Multi-site and multi-state HR management work scope and experience.

Proficient in creating, communicating, and managing corporate policies, guidelines and procedures.

Experienced coach and trainer on wide range of HR and regulatory compliance topics.

Skilled in employee communication plan development. Successful at communication strategies utilizing

intranets, newsletters, web communications, and e-learning.

Able to gather, analyze, and successfully utilize applicable and pertinent HR metrics.

Design and manage multiple compensation plans and strategies.

Implement and maintain practical and proficient HR information systems (HRIS) and databases. (Experience

using PAYCHEX, Ceridian, ADP, Ultipro)

Proven management track record with exceptional decision making and strategic planning skills.

Create and manage complex overhead and operational budgets.

Design, administer and manage multiple benefit group plans and offerings.

Regulatory compliance, including required postings, reporting and program implementation (i.e., affirmative

action plans, record-keeping requirements, COBRA notifications, etc.)

Implement and manage organizational development goals and plans, including managing the processes of

benchmarking, job development and succession planning initiatives.

Communicate and coordinate business acquisitions and mergers, facility closures and consolidations. Manage

due diligence requirements, transition communications, new staff orientations, and reduction-in-force measures.

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SELECTED ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Successfully organized and established a new Human Resource Department for three fast growing

private companies. Defined objectives, established corporate policies, and implemented needed processes,

procedures and systems in all areas of HR. Created strong alliances between HR and the other department heads,

aligned with the business plan of the organization and its long-term goals.

30% Cost Savings overhauling and streamlining an entire payroll processing function. Reduced the overall cost

of processing, improved cycle time and introduced web access to employees for payroll and benefit data.

Managed the large implementation of new HR Information Systems (HRIS). Oversaw the successful

transfer of employee data. Worked closely with software engineers and implementation team members managing

the trial runs prior to and continuing through to the live interface.

Managed the implementation of a new medical group insurance strategy resulting in an annual administrative

and cost-of-claims savings of over 20% ($1.2M). The new plan represented a hybrid self-funding

approach that better served plan participants and improved the way costs were being accrued and managed.

As chairman of a Corporate Communication Task Force, successfully overhauled corporate

communication programs and processes, resulting in improved internal communication channels,

increased safety and benefit program awareness and a turnaround in employee morale and the work climate.

EDUCATION, TRAINING & PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

M.B.A. Business Administration

University of Phoenix Tempe, Arizona

B.A. Communications

Arizona State University Tempe, Arizona

A.A.; A.G.S General Studies, Business Management

Mesa Community College Mesa, Arizona

Professional Certification/Training

• PHR, Certified Professional in Human Resources – HR Certification Institute

• Currently pursuing Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) designation – World at Work

• Continuing Education Training – Compensation, Employment Law, Benefits, Executive Plans, Employee Relations,

Succession Planning

• Guest Speaker/Trainer, Mesa Community College

Professional Affiliations

• Member, National Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM)

• Member, World at Work Society for Certified Professionals

• Member, East Valley Human Resource Association (EVHRA)

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