Talent & Human Resources Director

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Sarah J. Chase, M.S., M.S.E.

Waupun, WI 920-***-**** ********@*******.*** Sarah Chase, M.S. LinkedIn Objective

Experienced Organizational Development Executive with a proven track record in developing effective talent strategies and initiatives. Spearheaded multiple programs that significantly improved employee engagement and retention. Recognized for expertise in leadership development and driving organizational change. Dedicated talent development professional focused on fostering team collaboration and achieving tangible results. I am skilled in designing and implementing comprehensive training programs, providing leadership coaching, and managing performance improvements. Strong communicator who easily adapts to changing needs, ensuring optimal alignment with organizational goals. Proficient in strategic planning, employee engagement, and conflict resolution. Advanced Skills

• Leadership & Talent Development

• Employee Relations

• Coaching & Mentoring

• Performance Management

• Organizational Development

• Talent Acquisition & Onboarding

• Leadership Assessments

Facilitations/Certifications/Debriefs

Career Experience

SCC HR & Leadership Consulting, LLC – Waupun, WI (Remote) 2025 to present Organizational Development Consultant

• Executive leadership coaching for small to mid-size organizations, leveraging extensive experience in global leadership development and mentoring programs.

• Developed and delivered comprehensive leadership training programs, including customer service and resilience in the workplace, tailored to various leadership levels from C-suite to high potential leaders.

• Led HR consulting projects, utilizing expertise in talent acquisition, onboarding, total rewards, compliance, and employee relations to drive organizational success. Kerry Group, Inc. – Naas, Ireland (Global Remote) 2022 to 2025 Global Talent & Development Leader (Aug. 2023 to Jan. 2025) HR & Talent Business Partner - NAMER (May 2022 to Nov. 2023) Overlap w/ Global role.

• Developed, oversaw, and coordinated global leadership development training programs for approximately 15,000 leaders, including C-suite, Sr. Leaders, Mid-level, Entry level leaders, and high potential leaders.

• Managed global coaching and mentoring programs for 23,000 employees across all regions, working with external vendors and developing internal coaches.

• Administered global leadership assessments and facilitated 360 facilitator certification programs, partnering with executive leaders to create high potential successors.

• Oversaw talent acquisition, onboarding, total rewards, engagement, and employee relations for union and non- union facilities with over 1,1000 employees, while maintaining all talent vendor relationships and contracts. Badger Liquor – Fond du Lac, WI 2021 to 2022

Director of Training and Employee Development

• Development and management of first Diversity, Belonging and Inclusion team for organization with employee participation from all departments (over 30 leaders & individual contributors)

• Trained and coached leaders on performance. Leadership values & competencies, and talent management including methods, tools, processes and systems.

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• Developed and facilitated workshops on strength finders, predictive index assessments and succession planning within teams.

Silver Star Brands - Oshkosh, WI 2020 to 2021

Head of Human Resources

• Oversaw HR and talent functions for over 750 employees in Oshkosh, WI and CA locations, managing a team of 7.

• Developed and managed employee engagement surveys, executive action plans, and performance programs, including 9-box, succession planning, and goal setting.

• Led compensation research, raising internal starting salaries by over 30%, and partnered with staffing agencies and benefit brokers to enhance employee retention and benefits. Fox River Valley Ethanol, LLC – Multiple Locations, WI 2019 to 2020 Director of Human Resources

• Oversaw HR and talent functions for over 115 employees in multiple grain and ethanol facilities throughout the WI, managing a team of 2, and led the merger & acquisition of Stevens Point ADM grain facility.

• Implemented HRIS system, developed talent acquisition and onboarding processes, and created succession planning tools and performance management reviews.

• Partnered with managers to create pandemic plans, train leaders for ongoing changes, and manage risk during Covid-19 pandemic.

Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. - Appleton, WI, Waukegan, IL & Westfield, MA 2012 to 2019 Director Human Resources Business Partner Manager

• Oversaw HR, training, and talent functions for multiple locations, managing 15-25 employees and taking on additional responsibilities in the absence of a VP/GM.

• Partnered with Global HR and business leaders to develop talent strategies and with local institutions to attract future talent.

• Implemented and trained leaders on performance management programs, including 9-box, succession planning, and compensation management within SAP Success Factors.

• Led various initiatives such as workforce planning, 360 assessments, and reorganization projects, while maintaining oversight of payroll, HRIS, and employee relations City of Oshkosh – Oshkosh, WI 2009 to 2012

Payroll, Benefits, & Training Business Partner

• Managed payroll and benefits for both non-union and union employees, working with 9 collective bargaining agreements, and administered HRIS.

• Oversaw employee engagement and training programs, as well as coordinated employee events. Education

M.S. Thanatology/Bereavement Counseling (GPA: 3.4), Marian University – Fond du Lac, WI, Jan. 2020 – May 2025 M.S.E. Human Relations (GPA: 3.9), University of Wisconsin - Superior, Superior, WI, Jan. 2021 – Dec. 2023 M.S. Organizational Leadership & Administration (GPA: 3.83), Concordia University – Mequon, WI, Jan. 2014 – Dec. 2018 B.B.A., Human Resources (GPA: 3.69), Marian University – Fond du Lac, WI, Aug. 2006 – Dec. 2008 Certifications

• Korn Ferry – Leadership Solutions, Talent

Potential, 360 Assessments

• MHS EQi 2.0/360 Assessment

• Wiley – The Five Behaviors

• Zenger Folkman – 360 Assessments

• The Predictive Index – PI Facilitator

• Halo 360 & 180 Assessments

• ICF Certification (ACC in Training)

• Wiley – All DiSC Products

• 10 & 30 HR OSHA Certification Construction &

General Industries

Software

PeopleSoft HRIS Great Plains HRIS/Payroll Munis HRIS UKG HRIS Visier Workforce Analytics MS Office Products SAP Success Factors HRIS Visio Timberline Accounting/Payroll Workday HRIS Volunteer Activities

Oshkosh Area Community Pantry – Oshkosh, WI 2021 to present. Moraine Park Technical College Leadership Development Advisory Committee – Fond du Lac, WI 2013 to present. HR.com Magazine – Advisory Board for Coaching and Mentoring - September 2023 to present. Harvard Business Review – Leadership Advisory Board - August 2024 to Present.

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