Business Partner Senior Manager

Paige Ranum, MSOL

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HR & PEOPLE OPERATIONS LEADER

Results-oriented HR Executive and People-Centric Leader with 13+ years of extensive global experience driving HR and People Operations across the U.S., Latin America, and Europe. Proven success in scaling HR functions for companies ranging from small startups to large enterprises, building high-performance teams across diverse, multi- national environments. Adept at aligning people strategy with organizational goals, leading organizational transformations, and navigating complex employment laws and cultural dynamics. With a background as a paralegal, leverages a unique perspective to craft HR strategies that drive growth, foster resilience, and maintain compliance in organizations of all sizes.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Strategic Leadership Merger & Acquisition Integration Organizational Planning Compensation & Total Rewards Compliance & Policy HR Analytics Employee Engagement & Performance Talent Acquisition & Development SYSTEMS

HRIS (ADP, Workday, Paylocity, UKG) Project Management (Asana, Trello) Analytics Tools (Excel, Metabase) Performance Management (Lattice, CultureAmp) Recruiting Systems (Greenhouse, LinkedIn Recruiter, JazzHR)

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EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

myLaurel Sr. Director of People Operations March 2023 – Present

• Spearheaded the integration of two organizations into a unified and mission-driven culture post-acquisition, resulting in increased eNPS score, decrease in regrettable turnover, and increase in communication and workflows across formerly siloed teams.

• Designed and operationalized a transparent, market-driven compensation philosophy aligned to growth and retention goals; leveraged Salary.com to benchmark niche roles and introduced analytics to monitor pay equity and competitiveness.

• Built and launched a performance development ecosystem in CultureAmp, connecting 1:1s, real-time feedback, goal alignment, and co-created development plans to foster growth and enable effective manager coaching.

• Led multi-state compliance strategy and operational transition from two HR platforms to a single PEO solution, driving budget savings and streamlining benefits, payroll, and HR administration; successfully closed out ADP and migrated employees with minimal disruption.

• Built and scaled a workforce planning and talent strategy framework, guiding managers through role design, requisition approvals, and hiring best practices; coached leaders to create a consistent, high-quality candidate experience that improved offer acceptance and retention. Elevate Dental Partners Head of Human Resources May 2022 – March 2023

• Built and led the HR function for a high-growth Dental Support Organization (DSO), driving the seamless integration of multiple acquisitions and scaling HR systems including ADP and Lattice to support business growth and multi-site operations.

• Developed and implemented scalable HR processes (recruitment, onboarding, payroll, performance management) with a systems-thinking approach, ensuring alignment across diverse practice cultures while maintaining operational efficiency.

• Partnered with leadership to shape an agile workforce strategy, supporting rapid growth and practice integrations through strategic M&A planning and change management initiatives.

• Created and executed cultural integration strategies that aligned local practices with the DSO mission, fostering engagement and maintaining strong organizational values across geographically dispersed teams. Established compliant, adaptable policies and training programs to navigate multi-state labor laws and Paige Ranum

healthcare regulations, positioning HR as a strategic partner during periods of organizational change. Visit Denver Director of Human Resources Dec 2017 – May 2022

• Led HR strategy and operations during a major organizational shift to remote work while maintaining a strong organizational culture and mission focus.

• Designed and implemented compensation, benefits, and HR policies, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, regulatory compliance, and a culture of equity.

• Introduced performance management frameworks and continuous feedback systems, enhancing employee development, engagement, and alignment with company values.

• Collaborated closely with finance to align HR decisions with budget priorities, leveraging HR analytics to improve retention and operational excellence.

• Proactively managed employee relations, addressing challenges with a solutions-focused approach to foster morale and productivity.

Amstar Vice President of Human Resources Aug 2015 – Sept 2017

• Led the creation of a centralized HR department, integrating U.S. and international offices, and streamlining HR processes across multiple regions.

• Designed and implemented global HR policies, ensuring compliance with U.S., European, and local labor regulations, while maintaining operational consistency.

• Developed a competitive global compensation structure, aligning salaries with market benchmarks, leading to improved retention and talent acquisition.

• Restructured leadership post-division, reducing staff by 50% and successfully placing new executive leaders

(President/CEO, CFO) to drive global operations.

• Negotiated global benefits renewal, cutting organizational costs by 45% and improving the overall benefits package for a multi-country workforce.

• Introduced HR analytics, providing key global metrics that improved decision-making on turnover, retention, and compensation strategies.

• Led a large-scale global restructuring, reducing the workforce by 83% and optimizing international operations through a PEO model.

HRBP HR Generalist Related Roles Jan 2012- Aug 2015 Paralegal Roles – Various Organization

Accomplished Senior Paralegal with extensive experience supporting attorneys in fast-paced legal environments, specializing in employment law, ethics, corporate transactions, and regulatory compliance. Beyond core legal duties, led paralegal recruitment, onboarding, and performance management, building high- performing legal teams through strategic hiring and development processes. Recognized for driving organizational objectives through legal expertise and feedback-driven team development. EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS

• M.S. in Strategic Organizational Leadership, Regis University – With Honors

• B.A.S. in Psychology, Regis University – With Honors

• A.A.S. in Paralegal Studies, Arapahoe Community College

• Predictive Index Behavioral Assessment – Certified

• DISC Assessment & Facilitation – Certified

• State of Colorado – Notary Public

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