STEPHEN C. NODAL

Ladera Ranch, CA *****

949-***-****

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Highly-accomplished and transformational Senior Human Resources leader with demonstrated expertise driving revenue growth by developing human resources operations to support the strategic and tactical goals of an organization. Strong record of building cross-functional teams in the US and Canada. Recognized for ability to assess the needs of field operations and develop short and long-term plans in alignment with corporate objectives. Key competencies include:

Strategic Planning Talent Acquisition Sarbanes Oxley (SOX)

Cultural Vision / Values Strategic Compensation Planning Culture Alignment

Transformational Leadership Regulatory Compliance Negotiation

Organizational Development Mergers & Acquisitions Mentoring ACHIEVEMENTS SUMMARY

Designed top-rated leadership training program which is recognized industry-wide as a highly- successful talent acquisition recruiting tool.

Designed and implemented seven strategic plans to merge two organizational cultures and transition human resource and operational services to parent organization.

Developed a creative “win/win” negotiating strategy resulting in 90% decrease in third-party/agency penalty assessments.

Created industry specific compensation survey information which was disseminated throughout the entire sector.

Increased revenue flow by redesigning the organizational structure to align with business needs.

Implemented PeopleSoft HRIS and Success Factors systems with 100% buy-in from stakeholders.

Redefined wage and hour regulations to minimize risk. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

ZENITH EDUCATION GROUP, INC. (Formerly Corinthian Colleges) Santa Ana, CA

(Largest career college system in the US. Acquired Corinthian Colleges in February 2015) Vice President of Human Resources - February 2015 to August 2015 Directed the Human Resources team and implemented initiatives to support a change of ownership and the transitioning of human resource services to new corporation supporting 5,000 employees in 53 locations within the United States.

Designed employee transition retention plans and coordinated the production and distribution of offer letters which resulted in 100% retention of transitioning employees.

Managed the transition and relocation of human resource services to Minnesota.

Supervised Human Resource professionals responsible for Organizational Development, Compensation and Benefits, HRIS, Employee Relations and Talent Acquisition. CORINTHIAN COLLEGES, INC. (Acquired by Zenith Education Group in February, 2015) Santa Ana, CA

(Formerly one of the of the largest for-profit postsecondary education companies in the US and Canada) Vice President of Human Resources - 1996 - 2015

Directed a broad range of human resource initiatives and activities supporting 20,000 employees and 120 locations within the United States and Canada.

Reduced student attrition rates by redesigning the field operational, strategic and tactical plans.

Led HR transition from HR centric to business centric which strengthened partnership relationships between field operations and human resource teams. STEPHEN C. NODAL 949-***-****

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CORINTHIAN COLLEGES, INC. (continued)

Utilized leadership assimilation process resulting in minimized interruption in productivity and better employee morale.

Eliminated redundant positions which resulted in reduced labor costs, stronger alignment with corporate objectives and more consistent information delivery.

Instituted sound talent acquisition practices, including succession planning and individual development plans designed to develop a talent pool of highly-qualified candidates.

Managed the human resource due diligence process for M&A transactions, including change management initiatives to align culture, policies and procedures once acquired.

Implemented management development programs that addressed company needs across business unit lines (e.g. leadership skill development in performance management and preventative programs such as harassment prevention, etc.).

Designed wage and salary structures, pay policies, performance appraisal programs, employee benefit programs and services and company wellness, safety and health programs.

Evaluated third-party administrators and consultants and made recommendations for selection. NATIONAL EDUCATION CENTERS, Irvine, CA

(National for-profit postsecondary education organization) Director of Human Resources - 1993 - 1996

Directed HR operations supporting 58 locations and 8,000 employees throughout the United States.

Provided guidance on employee relations, compensation, organizational structure and performance management for all levels of the organization.

Implemented key leadership programs to support positive employee relations.

Developed and managed the performance management process, including annual merit and bonus programs.

Directed and managed talent acquisition initiatives, including leadership assessments and relocation programs.

BEST PRODUCTS, INC. Richmond, VA

(Retail store chain selling sporting goods and toys, consumer electronics, housewares and appliances in multiple locations throughout the US)

Regional Human Resources Manager - 1990 - 1993

Collaborated with store operations in the administration of human resource functions including staffing, retention and team member engagement.

Designed customer program which was implemented company-wide.

Subject matter expert in State and Federal employment laws and regulations to ensure compliance.

Negotiated labor contracts between the company and the Retail Clerk and Teamsters Unions.

Conducted investigations and successfully resolved matters in a timely manner. EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science, Business Administration, University of Redlands, Redlands, CA

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