BRIAN C. SULLIVAN

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Fort Worth, TX 76155

512-***-**** (M)

adjrwu@r.postjobfree.com

CAREER OVERVIEW

Global Human Resources Executive with broad experience across all HR functions. Experienced with international expansion and management, mergers and acquisitions, growth and restructure, developing strategic initiatives, creating company cultures, improving talent management, driving organizational development, and building and advising effective management teams.

CAREER SUMMARY

TENTAMUS GROUP GmbH

Human Resources Director - Tentamus North America, Dallas, Texas 7/2019 – 6/2020

Reported to the CEO, head of HR for Tentamus North America, comprised of 15 locations across the US and Canada.

Led the HR portion of multiple acquisitions and integrations

Transitioned multiple locations to ADP Workforce Now

Implemented employee survey and review process

Implemented employee engagement initiatives

Implemented HR Dashboard Metrics and Analytics

SCIS AIR SECURITY (A Lufthansa Company)

Interim Director of Human Resources (Consulting Role), Arlington, Texas 5/2018 – 9/2018

Reported to the President of this division of Lufthansa, providing security and other services at 56 airports across the US. Charged with: improving employee engagement and reducing turnover; implementing/improving HR policies and processes; implementing leadership and associate training and development; implementing random drug testing program; developing and implementing performance review process; determining employee benefit offerings for 2019.

GSE ENVIRONMENTAL

Vice President, Human Resources, Houston, Texas 9/2015 – 4/2018

Reported to the CEO and Human Resources Business Partner to the Executive Team of this privately held, global manufacturing company with operations in the Americas, Europe, Middle East, and Asia Pacific. Company was acquired by a competitor based in Canada.

Implemented Succession Planning, Talent Management and Organization Review Process

Implemented Annual Performance Review Process

Played integral role in helping the company grow 40%, YoYoY

Implemented Employee Engagement programs, turnover reduced by 20%

Re-designed Compensation Plans, Sales Incentive Plans and Employee Annual Bonus Plans

Implemented US Compensation Structure

Changed US benefit providers/plans, savings of $250,000 in ’16 vs. ‘15

Launched Operator/Supervisor/Safety and Compliance Training

Implemented formal Onboarding process

WEIR GROUP PLC. 8/2013 – 9/2015

Vice President, Human Resources, Weir Pressure Control – North America, Houston, Texas

Reported to the President of Weir Pressure Control, a manufacturing and oilfield services business of Weir Oil and Gas, with employees across the US and Canada.

Led the recruiting/hiring efforts to double the number of employees in one and a half years

Integrated Weir best practices, processes and systems, and imbedded the ‘Weir Way’ business culture in this recently acquired business

Led the effort to build and solidify a new management team

Implemented engagement and pay practices for field employees, reduced turnover by 10%

AF GLOBAL CORPORATION

Vice President, Human Resources, Houston, Texas 4/2013 – 8/2013

Reporting to the CEO of this rapidly growing, privately held, global manufacturing company with 3000 employees and 30 manufacturing facilities on four continents, responsible for the global human resource function, and for the development and implementation of strategic initiatives and delivery of services, in support of global business objectives.

Led the migration and outsourcing of payroll to ADP, and the implementation of ADP time and attendance systems

Led the implementation of the Navex Global Ethics and Compliance hotline processes and systems

Broadened the portfolio of offerings for the company benefits and 401k plans

Planned the shut-down of two underperforming operations.

GENERAL ELECTRIC 2/2011 – 2/2012

HR Executive, Flow and Process Technologies, GE Oil + Gas, Houston, Texas

In February of 2011, GE acquired Dresser, Inc. I was retained for one year to assist with the transition. In addition to carrying out my prior responsibilities, I also assisted with successful systems integrations (Oracle, payroll, benefits, job alignment, etc.) and GE process implementation (Session C, EMS, NMA, etc.), and the integration of two Dresser businesses under a new GE management team.

DRESSER, INC. 1/2002 – 2/2011

Vice President, Human Resources, Dresser Flow Technologies, Houston, Texas

Reporting to the President of this division of Dresser Inc., responsible for the global HR function, with 3000 employees and operations in 22 countries, doing business around the world. As a member of the division senior management team, responsible for the development and implementation of strategic initiatives, and delivery of services, in support of global business objectives.

Led the successful integration of two business units, creating the largest division in Dresser, Inc.

Led the harmonization of HR processes and business cultures

Assisted with the development of a new management team and organizational structure

Corporate Director, Human Resources, Dresser, Inc., Dallas, Texas

Reporting to the Senior Vice President of Human Resources for Dresser, Inc., with responsibility for this newly created global talent management function for the 6000 employees of Dresser Inc. across 5 business units.

Led the implementation of a company-wide global succession planning process; mid to executive level talent acquisition and evaluation; development of leadership and sales development programs; implementation of learning management systems and applicant tracking systems; and implementation of performance management processes, talent management tools, and training programs.

Vice President, Human Resources, Measurement and Distribution Sector, Austin, Texas

Reporting to the President of this division of Dresser Inc., responsible for the global HR function, with 2000 employees and operations in 18 countries, doing business around the world. As a member of the division senior management team, responsible for the development and implementation of strategic initiatives, and delivery of services, in support of global business objectives.

Oversaw the development and implementation of the HR plan for the global consolidation of manufacturing sites.

Responsible for rebuilding the senior management team, and the reorganization into regional teams with functional matrices.

Implemented a global succession planning process, resulting in specific development plans for current executives, identification and development of future leaders, and initiatives for addressing organizational gaps.

Designed and implemented global talent management tools and sales incentive programs, measuring and linking individual objectives to incentive pay and company goals, identifying and rewarding top performers, implementing appropriate plans/actions for poor performers, and reinforcing a culture of excellence and execution.

Led the HR due diligence and planning for the acquisition and integration of two large competitors, a few smaller regional players, and a China JV, retaining all key targeted employees and recruiting new senior management, while consolidating facilities, and establishing new operations.

Company was named one of the 10 best places to work in Central Texas by the Austin Business Journal in 2006 and 2007.

INTERACTIVE SILICON, INC. 8/2001 – 12/2001

Vice President, Human Resources and Administration, Austin, Texas

Reporting to the CEO of this privately held start-up company, responsible for implementing and managing all Human Resource and Administration operations (including payroll, IT, facilities, security, and office management) for this start-up fabless semiconductor company. Frequent interaction with the Board, Compensation Committee, and all levels of the company. This company ultimately failed to succeed due to lack of expected technological breakthroughs and additional funding.

Led the recruiting/hiring efforts to grow the company from 5 employees to 100 employees in 4 months

Implemented compensation and benefit programs

VTEL CORP. 1/1998 – 8/2001

Vice President, Human Resources, Austin, Texas

Reporting to the CEO of this public company providing industry-leading videoconferencing software, hardware and services, responsible for the global human resource function, supporting 500 employees and operations and offices in multiple locations and countries. As a member of the senior executive team, responsible for the development and implementation of corporate-wide HR initiatives in support of company strategic objectives and operational goals for three business units, and two subsidiaries. Frequent interaction with the Board, Compensation Committee, and all levels of the company. Left the organization following significant downsizing to pursue opportunity with a start-up.

Led the recruiting/hiring efforts and HR acquisition/integration activity to double the size of the business in two years

CARADON, plc. 1997 - 1998

Director, Human Resources, Clarke American Division, San Antonio, Texas

Reporting to the VP of Human Resources for this division of Caradon plc., provided guidance and direction to the senior management team and 2000 employees in 25 locations around the U.S., served on the Division Corporate Steering Committee, and led the Division Staffing Group.

MOTOROLA 1994 - 1997

Senior Manager, Human Resources,

Automotive, Computer Components, and Electronics Sector, Seguin, Texas

Led the site Human Resources organization in support of a large manufacturing and electronics design facility, providing guidance to operations management. As a member of the Senior Staff, reported to the site Senior VP of Operations. Responsible for all Human Resource, Training, Security, Safety, Facility, Food Service, Employee Activity, and Community Relations functions.

PFIZER, INC. 1985 - 1994

Manager, Human Resources, US Pharmaceutical Group, NY, NY

Served in gradually increasing positions of responsibility. Professional development included sponsorship into the Cornell HR Management Certification Program, and deployment in support of manufacturing, research, sales, and corporate organizations/functions. Roles included generalist, training and development, staffing and college recruiting, employee services, and employee wellness positions.

EDUCATION:

Human Resource Management Certification Program, Cornell University, NY

M.A. Ed., with honors, Adelphi University, NY

B.S. Ed., with honors, Lock Haven University of Pennsylvania

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

Adjunct Professor, Long Island University

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