Human Resources Employee Relations

Olakunbi Kekere-Ekun

Washington, DC • 571-***-**** • *********@*****.***

Objective

Dynamic HR strategist with 10+ years of progressive experience designing and executing enterprise-wide talent initiatives. Proven success in leading performance management, leadership development, employee engagement, and enterprise learning strategies aligned with business growth. Skilled in enabling top talent, managing executive development, and integrating innovative, data-driven approaches to transform people practices. Trusted partner to senior leadership and executive stakeholders in building high-impact HR programs. Education

Bachelor of Arts in

Communication –

George Mason

University, Fairfax,

VA (2006)

Certificate in

Human Resources

Management –

George Mason

University, Fairfax,

VA (2016)

People

Manager

Qualification

Certificate–

SHRM

Society of

Human

Resource

Management-

SHRM (2025)

Professional Experience

Program Specialist / HR Generalist III

Planned Parenthood of Metropolitan Washington (PPMW) Washington, DC

2023 – 2025

• Drive leadership development and learning strategy across a distributed, mission-driven organization.

• Design, lead, and evaluate training initiatives that align with organizational strategy and promote growth.

• Spearhead performance enablement processes including goal setting, reviews, and continuous feedback loops.

• Partner with executives and department leaders to support talent reviews and succession planning.

• Elevate onboarding experience to accelerate new hire engagement and speed to productivity.

• Utilize Paylocity HRIS to generate performance, development, and engagement metrics.

• Champion a culture of feedback and learning through employee listening sessions and engagement programs.

Human Resources Specialist

DHS – United States Secret Service (Contractor via FYI, Inc.) Washington, DC

2018 – 2022

• Implemented talent strategies that improved workforce development outcomes and compliance alignment.

• Led development of coaching initiatives, performance reviews, and career advancement planning.

• Produced data-driven insights from employee feedback and workforce analytics to support HR planning.

• Served as a strategic advisor to senior leaders on people operations and engagement programs.

Human Resources Specialist

Goldbelt Incorporated Herndon, VA

2017 – 2018

• Facilitated company-wide onboarding and development programs to drive retention and readiness.

• Partnered with business leaders to implement performance tracking and succession strategies.

• Enhanced learning content in collaboration with internal stakeholders and third-party vendors.

Human Resources Specialist

AEGIS, LLC McLean, VA

2014 – 2017

• Led HR initiatives for global DoD contracts including orientation, development, and talent support.

• Coordinated executive enablement and developed department- wide succession pipelines.

• Advised leadership on change management, employee engagement, and strategic workforce planning.

Key Skills

Cross-Functional Collaboration • HRIS & Payroll Systems (Paylocity, ADP, NFC (National Finance Center), HR Connect) • Executive Coaching & Development Strategy • Team player • Employee Relations

& Compliance •Training & Development • Strategic HR Planning & Advisory Support •Recruitment & Onboarding• Organizational Change

& Transformation• Data Analytics & Reporting • Benefits & Compensation Management • Proficient in the use of most major computer systems (i.e., Microsoft Office Suite).

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