TOM CUTTS, M.M., PHR
**** ************ **, ********, ** 49508
Ph: 616-***-**** - Email: *******@*******.***
Professional Summary
An accomplished business professional with experience in human resource management, community service, organizational and personal development in for-profit and not-for-profit industries.
Highlights
Multi-business unit HR Support
Employee Relations Administration
Coaching & Career Development
HR Trend Analysis
Community Collaberation
Strategic Plan development
Organizational Change Management
Training & Development facilitation
Recruitment & Staffing
Benefit Administration
Accomplishments
Developed initiatives in the Health Field Collaberative, Reentry Roundtable, and Work Keys skill assessment suite
Co-developed model and managed $500,000 grant to align employers, government agencies and faith-based organizations to increase employability through work-skills and life-skills training
Donor relations work culminated in first $1MM bequest to MTM
Experience
HR Consultant/Trainer/Facilitator 1999 – Current
Vision Business Group Grand Rapids, MI
Certified Facilitator:
“Active Parenting Now” through Pine Rest-Caring Communities, and M.P.R.I., at Bellamy Creek Correctional Facility (2009 2012)
In-reach curriculums for Prison Fellowship Inc. (2001-2008)
“The Hidden Rules of Poverty” workshops by Dr. Ruby Payne
Consulting work:
Design and implementation of strategic and innovative approaches to on-site training and development
Collaboration e with key members of leadership teams and key accounts to provide responsive solutions to organizational development needs
Donor Relations Officer 2010-2013
Mel Trotter Ministries Grand Rapids, MI
Responsible for Capital Campaign fund development support resulting in pledge fulfillment, multiple corporate grants and individual funding for a new Women’s Shelter, Library, Community Center and Food Pantry.
Managed 150 donor accounts including corporations, ecumenical and community organizations and major donors, providing relationship cultivation, financial gift in-kind management, personal liaison and support, written materials, program overviews and donor database information system management (Raiser’s Edge)
Developed, cultivated and re-engaged former, new and existing donor relationships contributing to MTM reduction of debt.
Donor Relations work resulted in MTM first $1,000,000 bequest, corporate gifts of $175,000, and 10% increase in individual giving
Advised H.R. committee on organizational training and development
Human Resource Business Partner 2008-2010
Amway Corporation Ada, MI
Provided multi-business unit HR support to the legal, finance, customer service and security departments, working to increase human resource support, consistency and application.
Consulted executive management in organizational alignment and restructure; policy guidance and interpretation, sourcing, staffing, onboarding, training and development, performance management, succession and workforce planning
Community Facilitator 2004-2008
Delta Strategy, Inc Kent & Ottawa County
Contracted with the West Michigan Workforce Innovations in Regional Economic Development (W.I.R.E.D.) strategy team to develop initiatives in: The Health Field Collaborative, The Reentry Roundtable, Work Keys skill assessment suite
Drive strategic plans for community collaboration, engagement and support for workforce development in target sectors
Employment Alliance Program Manager (18 month contract) 2004--2006
Good Samaritan Ministries Holland, MI
Executive Management position with oversight responsibilities for the activities of 3 training centers, 8 support service providers, 8 employer partner organizations and Michigan Works.
Designed, promoted, facilitated and measured programming for OCE throughout Ottawa County, MI
Designed, facilitated leadership and cultural awareness training for staff and partner organizations
Reported and shared best practices with government agencies and other organizations
Human Resource Manager 2002 – 2004
Home Depot Grand Rapids, MI
Recruitment, Staffing, Sourcing and wage analysis for all levels and functions.
Managed computer based training and individual and overall development processes
Review and audit of HR policies, procedures, and manuals with company executive and legal teams to comply with consent decree and OFCCP standards
Communicate and facilitate employee benefits, health, and wellness administration
Regional Human Resource & Development Business Partner 1996 - 2001
McDonalds Corporation Grand Rapids, MI
Facilitated and supported district wide management training goals and initiatives for all McOpCo salaried and hourly management staff and Franchisees throughout Michigan
Administered Employee relations, and disability and benefit options (COBRA/FMLA/OSHA)
Managed safety and health programs, administration, and workers compensation rate
Human Resource Supervisor 1994 – 1996
Bil Mar Foods (division of Sara Lee Corporation) Zeeland, MI
Oversight responsibility of the Human Resource functions including:
Provided full HR support for 3rd Shift operation at non-union production facility
Management of EEOC initiatives
Education & Certification
Masters of Management (MM)
2015
Davenport University
Grand Rapids, MI
Bachelor of Business Administration (BA) – Human Resource Management
1998
Davenport University
Grand Rapids, MI
Professional Human Resource Management (PHR) Certification
1998
References
Available upon Request
TOM CUTTS, M.M., PHR
Resume Addendum
Training & Development
Lean Awareness Training operational excellence certificate of completion, 3/25/2009
Professional Human Resources Certification [P.H.R], Society for Human Resources
Human Resource Executive Development, McDonald’s University, Oakbrook, Illinois
Steven Covey’s Seven Habits of Highly Effective People
Senn-Delaney Leadership, Teambuilding and Culture-Shaping process
Caring Communities, “Active Parenting Now” series - facilitator training: Pine Rest Mental Health services and Michigan Prisoner Re-Entry Initiative (MPRI)
“Celebrate Recovery” facilitator: Grand Rapids First Church
Certified Trainer: “The Hidden Rules: A Framework for Understanding Poverty”, (social -economic diversity), by Dr. Ruby Payne, Aha Process Inc.
Achievements
2002- Community Relations Captain
2004 The Home Depot
2001& Team Excellence Award Recipient
1999 McDonalds Corporation
1997 Officers Discretionary Bonus / National Recognition for Safety and Insurance project
McDonalds Corporation
Community Involvement
Legal Assistance Center, (L.A.C.) Board Member (2011 2014)
City of Kentwood, Zoning Board ( 2006--2012)
City of Kentwood, Economic Development Corporation (2002--2006)
Michigan Prisoner Reentry Initiative (MPRI former board member)
United Way Coordinator: Steelcase Corporation, Amway Corporation
Association of Human Resource Management (AHRM) Grand Rapids Chapter (inactive)