Human Resources Talent Acquisition

Leslie Dunn (Lautzenhiser), MS

Denver, Colorado I 970-***-**** I *************@*****.*** I LinkedIn Profile LEADERSHIP SUMMARY:

Global Human Resources Leader and Strategic Talent Partner with extensive experience assisting organizations in building out Human Resources infrastructure, including establishing standard operating procedures (SOPs) and frameworks for talent acquisition, training, compensation, and leadership development. Detail- oriented professional with a proven track record of navigating organizations through a wide array of HR challenges, with specific experience driving full-cycle recruitment efforts to secure top talent. Adaptable leader leveraging strong communication and interpersonal skills to bridge the gap between strategic vision and execution. CORE SKILLS AND EXPERTISE:

Talent Acquisition I Merger and Acquisition Transitions I Performance Management I Compensation Design I Employee Engagement I Retention I Human Resources Processes I Employee Development I Change Management I Operations Support I Key Stakeholder Relationships I Employer Branding I Diversity & Inclusion I Strategic Planning I Onboarding I HRIS Implementation I Leadership Coaching I Training and Development I Compliance I Talent Management I LEADERSHIP ACCOMPLISHMENTS:

Designed and implemented updates for Prosci’s Global Career Architecture, enabling employees to visualize career progression within the company and align goals with organizational strategy.

Successfully collaborated with hiring managers to recruit, interview, and close 35+ requisitions for Otterbox, with those employees spanning Supply Chain, Sales, and Marketing/Art/Graphics departments.

Participated in two public IPO’s, and three comprehensive company mergers and acquisitions serving on the project committee for transition management.

Offered a range of expert services while with 212 Degrees Consulting, including technical recruiting, HR start-up, infrastructure development, compensation and benefit design, employee training, and guidance for client organizations in achieving specific HR objectives.

Developed formalized recruitment strategies for Prosci, including candidate experience metrics that extended to all recruitment efforts from the C-suite to non-exempt talent. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

Stored Energy Systems I Longmont, Colorado November 2023 – Present Senior Human Resources Business Partner I Acquisition and Talent Management

Implemented LinkedIn recruitment platform eliminating the dependency on external recruiters, saving the company

$500,000.

Created full cycle Talent Acquisition Process and successfully onboarding 30 direct hires.

Selected and implemented ADP Applicant Tracking System (ATS) improving overall recruitment process for the organization.

Facilitated Predictive Index team index assessments for Executive Team and project leader for rolling out company wide.

Prosci, Inc. I Fort Collins, Colorado June 2019 – October 2023 Senior Talent Partner I Global Acquisition and Talent Management

Directed global talent acquisition procedures, led DEI recruitment workstream, and maintained oversight of worldwide employee onboarding and employer branding initiatives to attract and hire top talent.

Provided comprehensive strategic talent acquisition support for half of US-based employee cohort, including coaching managers on talent management practices and driving employee engagement initiatives.

Established a standardized performance management process by implementing the Culture Amp platform, resulting in improved employee performance, engagement, and retention company-wide.

Selected and implemented ADP Applicant Tracking System (ATS), increasing the diversity recruitment pipeline by 60% and improving overall recruitment process for the organization. 212 Degrees Consulting I Fort Collins, Colorado October 2005 – August 2019 Senior HR Business Partner I Owner I Consultant

Delivered comprehensive Human Resource solutions to multiple clients, collaborating with key stakeholders from each organization to identify specific Human Resources needs and determine effective solutions.

Administered all HR functions for multiple locations for Military Boot Manufacturing company situated in California and Tennessee; managed recruitment, compensation, training and development, Human Resources compliance, and employee relations. o Assisted with acquisition and re-opening of Tennessee facility, hiring 300+ manufacturing employees.

Led outsourced employee and management training programs for multiple companies in Northern Colorado, with training programs covering HR compliance, time management, delegation, and supervising.

Conducted Human Resources audits to identify compliance gaps and recommended corrective actions to clients to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal laws and regulations.

Designed and implemented Human Resources policies and procedures – including employee handbooks and job descriptions – to enhance the overall Human Resources infrastructure of client businesses. ADDITIONAL, CONSULTING AND FRACTIONAL EXPERIENCE:

Volterra Semiconductor, Inc. I Director of Human Resources I 2005

Executed strategic HR initiatives and provided HR leadership for this start-up technology firm. Genentech, Inc. I Senior Talent Acquisition Partner I 2004

Conducted full-cycle recruitment for technical and research scientist roles; recruited 30 full-time hires in six-month contract.

ACLARA Biosciences, Inc. I Director of Human Resources I 2001 – 2004

Created a Human Resources department and SOPs, developing key employee processes for the biotech start-up. Azanda Network Devices I Director of Human Resources I 2001

Hired to establish Human Resources competencies and develop key employee processes for the biotech start-up. WorldRes.com I Vice President Human Resources I 2000 – 2001

Prepared the organization for an IPO; conducted major recruitment initiatives. Ask HR I Vice President/Partner I 1998 – 2000

Provided complete out-sourced HR services for VC backed Silicon Valley start-up companies. Heavy recruitment. Hall Kinion I Director, Human Resources I 1996 – 1998

Helped to grow the company from 100 to 400, navigating an IPO and related Human Resources department development. Facilitated acquisition and divestitures of several independent staffing firms. Digidesign I Human Resource Manager I 1993 – 1996

Supported the organization through an IPO by establishing an HR department infrastructure and driving recruitment. ACADEMIC & TEACHING EXPERIENCE:

University of Phoenix, San Jose, California Campus I Adjunct Faculty Member Taught courses in Human Resources Management

Menlo College, Menlo Park, California I Adjunct Faculty Member Taught courses in Human Resources Management

University of California Santa Cruz, San Jose Extension Campus I Adjunct Faculty Member Taught courses in Management

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS & AFFILIATIONS:

California State University Chico I Bachelor of Science (BS) I Journalism Golden Gate University I Master of Science (MS) I Human Resource Management Organizational Behavior The Predictive Index: Certified Facilitator

Prosci: Certified Change Practitioner

Society Human Resource Management: Member

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