Michele Gore

(***) *** - **** • Tarzana, California • ad31r9@r.postjobfree.com • LinkedIn

Innovative Visionary Transformational Leader Performance & Culture Enhancer I am a hands-on, roll-up-my-sleeves visionary known for translating business concepts into actionable operational initiatives that drive improved performance, profitability, growth, culture enhancement, employee engagement, and brand enhancement. Highlights & Areas of Expertise

• Analytics, KPI’s, OKR’s & Metrics

• Global Human Capital Management

• Strategic & Tactical Planning

• Employee Engagement & Culture

• Recruiting, Staffing & Talent

• Project & Program Management

• Total Rewards & Benefits

• Payroll & Compensation

• Retention & Succession Planning

• Training & Career Development

• Performance Management

• Employment Laws (US & Global)

• Organizational Design & Development

• Change Management

• HR Compliance & Governance

• Risk Management

• Security & Safety Operations

• Merger & Acquisitions (Pre & Post)

• Expertise in Leadership & HR Branding Team Building Organizational Turnaround Total Rewards Employee Engagement Policy Design & Implementation Global Operations (AMEA, APAC, AMERS, EMEA, LAD, MEATI) HRBP DEIB

• Industry Expertise: Remote/Hybrid/Onsite Work Environments Consulting Professional Services Wealth & Asset Management Medical/Hospital Biotech Legal Education Information Technology Oil & Gas SaaS/PaaS/IaaS Research & Development Media Logistics PEOs BPOs Union Government Military Education

Michigan State University (East Lansing, MI)

Master of Business Administration, Major in Human Resources Management, Minor in Business Technologies, Certifications, & Affiliations

Technologies: MS 365 (Business) • SharePoint • Mac & PC Systems • Google Apps • Salesforce • QuickBooks • ADP • Paychex • Paylocity • UKG • NetSuite • Zenefits • Workday • Dayforce • Ultipro • icims • JD Edwards • Greenhouse • Asana • Jira • Slack • Vendor Management Systems (VMS) • Concur Certifications: H.R. Management Certification • Employing Abilities @Work Certificate (DEI) • Inclusive Leadership: The Power of Workplace Diversity (DEIB)

Affiliations: SHRM • International Association of Women (IAW), International Society of Female Professionals (ISFP) Professional Work Experience

TDI BROOKS INTERNATIONAL, INC. (TX & Global Locations) (2023) Consultant & Advisor (HR/Administration/Business)

Strategic HR Consultant Total Rewards Change Management Talent Development Provided expert HR consulting services encompassing total rewards, branding, retention strategies, and day-to-day operations. Ensured alignment with the long-term vision during a significant change management initiative.

• Demonstrated overall leadership by spearheading a comprehensive total rewards initiative, implementing a wellness program, managing talent acquisition, facilitating employee career development, overseeing succession planning, and crafting retention programs. Played a pivotal role in developing and executing HR strategies aligned with business objectives and a positive company culture.

• Led the implementation of program initiatives and business transformations, fostering seamless collaboration across various groups to support the company's objectives.

• Oversaw company-wide communication efforts, explaining new directives, policies, and procedures.

• Developed a Total Rewards strategy to ensure market competitiveness, while redesigning compensation and benefits programs to reduce turnover and boost employee engagement.

• Designed and implemented a performance management process, offering guidance and support to managers to ensure fair and consistent evaluations, goal setting, and development planning.

• Coordinated with US and global locations to ensure operational efficiency.

• Provided supervision and coaching to staff, with a focus on fair and consistent evaluations, goal setting, and development planning. Ensured effective communication and alignment between leadership and other departments, promoting a collaborative and transparent work environment.

MICHELE GORE

650-***-**** – ad31r9@r.postjobfree.com PG.2

HEWLETT PACKARD (Global) (2022 – 2023)

Consultant - HR Employee Engagement & Global Gamification Employee Engagement Leader Gamification Strategist Culture and Vision Development

• Project managed the successful rollout of Gamification initiatives across various departments, beginning with sales and extending into human resources. These initiatives were designed to enhance employee engagement, foster a sense of value and motivation, and create strategies for employee appreciation.

• Led engagement efforts within the organization, overseeing programs aimed at promoting recognition, wellness, and other activities geared toward cultivating a positive workplace environment.

• Played a key role in establishing the organization's culture and vision through initiatives focused on employee engagement, including surveys, focus groups, and workshops.

• Conducted assessments of company culture, identifying areas requiring improvement in leadership, teamwork, communication, and recognition. Developed and executed strategies to address these issues. MATICA BIOTECHNOLOGY (TX & Global Location) (2021 – 2022) Senior Executive Human Resources/People & Business Operations Advisor & Consultant Spearheaded HR and business partner advisory functions, leading the establishment of IT, Business, and HR departments from inception. Instrumental in formulating KPIs, OKRs, and crafting HR and Operation SOPs for an early-stage startup.

• Revolutionized company operations by transitioning away from PEO (Professional Employer Organization) services, successfully implementing the company's first HRIS, reducing administrative costs by an impressive 70%, all while maintaining and improving service quality. Strategically revamped the benefits plan, achieving quarterly savings of $50k, and achieving an outstanding 96% enrollment rate. Established and executed a robust recruitment strategy, resulting in accelerated hiring and near-term fulfillment, facilitating company growth exceeding 1000%.

• Orchestrated comprehensive company-wide initiatives, encompassing total rewards strategies, compensation plan design, stock options, and leadership of learning and development programs, talent development, onboarding, career growth, retention, and succession planning.

• Pioneered efforts to cultivate a positive organizational culture, championing company-wide opportunities that fostered community engagement. Conducted organizational health assessments to identify enhancements and efficiencies, with a steadfast focus on enhancing employee engagement.

• Designed and implemented control systems to optimize productivity, enhance quality, and contain costs effectively.

• Strengthened senior leadership teams across functional groups, fostering collaboration and coaching leaders to enhance their leadership capabilities. Forged strong cross-functional relationships with key management personnel. CELERITY CONSULTING GROUP, INC. (Various US Locations) ( 2019 – 2021) Director of Human Resources & Administration

A multi-faceted role providing strategic support to leadership and positioning the organization for success in a challenging industry, supplying clear guidance for an upcoming merger and acquisition. Reduced recruiting costs by 75% by automating a formalized recruiting process that expedited applicant sourcing. Constructed an improved performance guideline that reduced inconsistency and increased productivity by over 70%. Restored the credibility and employee-centric focus of the Human Resources organization by over 90%. Provided analysis and support about pay plan structure, incentive plans, job classifications, departmental reorganizational development of job descriptions and pay related decisions. KONICA MINOLTA LABORATORY U.S.A. INC. (Various & Global Locations) (2018 – 2019) Head of Human Resources, Administration & Operations Led critical pre- and post-merger activities, ensuring seamless transitions and strategic alignment with new business goals. Skillfully executed workforce integration plans to minimize business interruptions. Implemented cost-saving measures for benefits, achieving a 30% reduction in costs, and tailored the HCM/HRIS system for enhanced efficiency. Revamped the total rewards program, optimizing onboarding, offboarding, talent acquisition, and benefits administration processes. These improvements contributed to a significant 60% increase in employee satisfaction. Collaborated closely with leadership to realign the organization, reaffirm HR practices, and communicate a strategic vision and culture. Prioritized values, DEIB (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging), culture, branding, workforce planning, and business operating practices to align with business needs and the company's mission. Held sole responsibility for technology, customer service, HR, production, and fulfillment operations. Took charge of budgeting and projection processes for the department, ensuring the fulfillment of financial commitments. Consulting with Various Clients Sr. Executive Human Resources & Operations Advisor & Consultant (2016– Current) DynEd International (Global) Head of Global Human Resources & People Operations (2016 – 2018) Coceve, Inc. (Various & Global Locations) Head of Human Resources & Operations (2011 – 2016) Surfmet, Inc. (CA) Sr. Human Resources & Operations Manager (2003 – 2011)

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