HR Leader

James Tod McDonald, SPHR ********.****@*****.*** 910-***-****

HUMAN RESOURCE LEADER

Accomplished HR professional with high-demand manufacturing, pharmaceutical research and medical device background. Proven effectiveness in guiding organizations through periods of accelerated growth and change. Business launch and merger/acquisition experiences include environments with ISO and FDA regulatory compliance responsibilities. Objective: HR leadership or consultative support role in a dynamic, mission-focused organization. Key Strengths:

Start-Ups; Mergers & Acquisitions Organization Development

Reorganization & Culture Change Human Capital Planning

Policy Development & Compliance Talent Acquisition & Assimilation

Affirmative Action Programs Talent Management & Succession Planning

Compensation & Benefits Development Employee Engagement & Recognition

Community Resource Integration Cross-Functional Team Leadership

Safety Management & Control People-Friendly Programs P R O F E S S I O N A L V A L U E O F F E R E D

Transition Management

Planned and executed the diligence process, provided change management guidance and facilitated orderly scale- ups, reorganizations, and reductions in force.

Established existing culture and set aspirational goals to promote employee engagement consistent with corporate values and strategic anchors for business success.

Developed and conducted on-boarding and a wide variety of training programs designed to meet regulatory needs and new business initiatives.

Prepared and facilitated cascading communications relative to key events and executive meetings, ensuring consistent company-wide messaging.

Managed inter-departmental teams through the design, development and implementation of key corporate policies, programs and alternative work schedules. Employee Relations

Maintained sound corporate relationships with local and remote employees with impactful communication, and appropriate field engagement.

Conducted, analyzed and presented results of employee satisfaction surveys, providing follow-up communications and establishing systems for constructive improvement.

Led collaborative efforts to design effective programs to honor excellence in the workplace, including public recognition, and circulating and keepsake awards.

Provided individual professional counseling and facilitated conflict resolution at all levels within organizations.

Coached managers on interviewing, performance management, communications and leadership fundamentals, as well as developing and executing strategies to maximize team effectiveness. Operations

Developed the employment brand and managed strategic corporate and field hiring plans, including candidate profiles, selection procedures and utilization of appropriate recruiting channels and community resources.

Established effective, end-to-end talent management systems, integrating corporate and individual objectives to drive workplace synergy and succession plans.

Researched, analyzed and developed competitive base and variable compensation and bonus plans with effective administrative systems, practices and controls.

Evaluated, negotiated and managed competitive and cost-effective benefit programs designed to meet employee health, welfare and financial security needs.

Established regulatory-compliant, operationally-effective AAPs and people-friendly policies, procedures and work practices, compatible with business objectives.

Developed safety policies and programs, hosted inspections and maintained employee ownership of outcomes. James Tod McDonald, SPHR ********.****@*****.*** 910-***-**** W O R K HI S T OR Y A N D HI GH L I GH T S

2014-Present Trellis HR Outsourcing, LLC, Wilmington, NC Founder- Company provides cost-effective, professional and efficient HRM services for medical device and med- tech companies through their development and growth cycles, maximizing early-stage value.

Establish a regulatory-secure compliance foundation and reliable HR administrative processes.

Ensure workforce connectedness and competitive advantage with a solid corporate identity and employment brand.

Provide on-site tactical and transactional resources, reinforced with on-demand policy, program and process development to meet strategic corporate goals.

Promote organizational health through high-impact employee engagement programs and comprehensive talent management.

Utilize efficient and one-of-a-kind technologies and alliance partners to ensure program effectiveness. 2006-2014 Baxano Surgical, Inc. (BAXS) {formerly TranS1 (TSON)}, Raleigh & Wilmington, NC Senior HR Director- Led the HR function and team, reporting to the CEO. The publicly-traded company designs, develops and markets proprietary and licensed products for minimally-invasive lumbar spine surgery.

Provided strategic counsel in the transition from a venture-funded organization to a NASDAQ- l isted company, including the transition of CEO, President, CFO and VP Sales positions within a 4-month period.

Led the HR integration effort in the acquisition of Baxano, Inc.

Implemented Gallup Q12 employee engagement survey/program for corporate culture development. 2004-2006 PrimActa Clinical Research, Wilmington, NC Business Partner (HR, Administration & Regulatory Affairs)- Company vision to provide broad-based communications support for pharmaceutical research and commercialization through live-agents, IVR and web-based technology.

Researched and prepared the Business Plan for the venture.

Assembled the founding team of research professionals, including clinical ops, IT and business development.

Led the capital acquisition effort and coordinated business investment presentations. 1999-2004 InClinix. Inc. (formerly PharmaTech Solutions), Wilmington, NC HR Director (Founding Team)- Full-service Patient Management Organization (PMO), providing advertising and patient screening for Phase II-IIIb clinical drug trials. FDA-regulated environment (21CFR; HIPAA).

Participated in overall business and human capital planning through fundraising and launch.

Prepared regulatory-compliant SOPs and associated training programs.

Coordinated pre-contract qualification audits by potential sponsor-clients. 1997-1999 Sturdy Corporation, Wilmington, NC

Training/Safety Manager- Manufacturer of electronic and mechanical engine components for the auto industry. Customer base is big 3 domestic auto manufacturers.

Designed training programs to meet ISO standards for the company’s first and successful qualification attempt.

Developed and managed the plant safety function, including the Company’s first Haz-Com program.

Hosted a wide-ranging OSHA audit and managed response communications. 1995-1997 PharmaResearch Corporation, Wilmington, NC HR Director (Start-Up Team)- Pharmaceutical Contract Research Organization (CRO), covering Phase II-IV clinical project management, site monitoring, regulatory affairs, data management and biostatistical analysis.

Facilitated the development of vision/mission statements and core values with a new start-up team.

Pitched the value of near 0% turnover in contract sales presentations.

Extensive scientific recruiting, including antiviral researchers, biostatisticians and clinical site monitors. E D U C A T I O N A N D P R OF F E S S I O N A L D E V E L O P M E N T B.S. Business Administration, UNC, Wilmington, NC

Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR), HR Certification Institute Myers-Briggs Type Indicator® (MBTI) Certified Administrator Gallup Q12, Great Manager and Strengths-Based Selection Programs

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