Director of HR Programs

Rodale Inc

Emmaus, Pennsylvania, Feb 2013–May 2014

Formerly a publisher of popular health-centered magazines and books, such as Men’s Health, Women’s Health, and Prevention. Employed to lead HR-related project-based transformation. Led and directed the planning, management of HR programs, projects and operations for a family-owned publishing company (now sold to Hearst Media). Reported to SVP of HR. 

   •    Developed policies affecting internal hiring practices, ensuring retention, talent management.

   •    Designed and developed the department’s short- and long-term strategy, metrics, and dashboards. Designed company-wide general workforce plan and succession plan aligned with company strategic goals.

   •    Aligned operations, projects, and programs with the strategic vision and direction of HR. Redesigned the HR organizational structure and talent acquisition processes.

   •    Redesigned the hiring and performance management program and system, saving 40% on operational costs.

   •    Rolled out and championed the use of online training service. 67% enrollment within first three weeks. Saved approximately 31.2% on initial costs and a projected 20% via contract negotiations.

   •    Produced compensation models to support decision-making & provide options for executive incentives.

   •    Partnered with Chief Technology Officer (CTO) and IT consultant in the project planning and the evaluation of prospective HR information systems options, selection, implementation planning, and implementation execution.

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KEYWORDS: publishing, family-owned, magazines, popular culture, career development, talent management, employee relations, HR, human resources, OD, organization development, change management, program development, program management

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