Karen A. Clark SPHR, SHRM-SCP

Karen A. Clark SPHR, SHRM-SCP

Executive Vice President / Senior Benefits & HR Consultant

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    HR & Business Training & Development Specialist

  • Education

    • HR Certification Institue

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      SPHR designation
    • Society for Human Resource Management

      2013 - 2024
      SHRM- SCP Designation
    • The American College

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      REBC, RHU, ChFC and CLU designations
    • University of Maryland College Park

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      B.S. Journalism- Public Relations Specialty / Government & Politics

      Activities and Societies: Intern at the Campus Legal Aid Office, Campus Radio Program, Pubic Relations Intern, Kappa Kappa Gamma Sorority .

  • Experience

    • Benicor Associates, Inc.

      Apr 1988 - Oct 2001
      Executive Vice President / Senior Benefits & HR Consultant
    • CBIZ

      Oct 2001 - Jul 2014
      Senior Vice President, Senior Benefits & HR Consultant
    • Contacts Count LLC

      Jan 2015 - Aug 2018
      Consultant /Business Development

      I help organizations develop engaged, collaborative, business development cultures through Contacts Count's soft skills training programs that focus in two primary areas- networking and collaborating.

    • College of Charleston School of Business

      Jan 2018 - now
      Human Resources & Business Course Instructor

      SHRM Essentials of HR Course: This course covers introductory HR topics in a condensed, easy to understand format designed to ensure that HR concepts can be mastered and applied to real-life situations. This course is recommended for a range of individuals, including entry level HR professionals and small business owners with HR responsibilities.SHRM Certification Exam Preparation Course for SHRM's Certified Professional (CP) and Senior Certified Professional (SCP) Designations: Designed for experienced HR professionals wanting to boost their career success, earnings and credibility with credentials recognizing their expertise.HRCI Certification Exam Preparation Course for HRCI's Associate Professional in Human Resource (aPHR): This course and the aPHR Certification are designed for professionals who are just beginning their HR career journey, as well as non-HR managers who manage people. The course and exam cover best practices and essential knowledge related to: Compliance & Risk Management | Employee Relations | Talent Acquisition | Compensation & Benefits Learning & Development Show less

    • Gallagher

      Sept 2018 - Mar 2023
      Client Executive / Senior Benefits & HR Consultant
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR)

      HRCI
      Dec 2013
    • SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP)

      SHRM
      Jul 2015
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  • Volunteer Experience

    • Board Member- Certification Chair

      Issued by Palmetto Society for Human Resource Management
      Palmetto Society for Human Resource ManagementAssociated with Karen A. Clark SPHR, SHRM-SCP
    • Docent- House and Garden Tours

      Issued by Historic Charleston Foundation on Mar 2015
      Historic Charleston FoundationAssociated with Karen A. Clark SPHR, SHRM-SCP
    • Docent- House and Garden Tours

      Issued by Preservation Society of Charleston on Oct 2014
      Preservation Society of CharlestonAssociated with Karen A. Clark SPHR, SHRM-SCP
    • Ready for Work Program- Professional Development Workshop Leader

      Issued by Center for Women, Charleston, SC on Aug 2017
      Center for Women, Charleston, SCAssociated with Karen A. Clark SPHR, SHRM-SCP
    • Youth Exchange Officer & Counselor- Rotary Student Exchange Program

      Issued by Historic Rotary Club of Charleston on Jun 2016
      Historic Rotary Club of CharlestonAssociated with Karen A. Clark SPHR, SHRM-SCP
    • Board Member & International Commitee Chair

      Issued by Rotary Club of Downtown Charleston on Jul 2024
      Rotary Club of Downtown CharlestonAssociated with Karen A. Clark SPHR, SHRM-SCP
    • Assistant Archery Coach

      Issued by COKSM School on Sept 2015
      COKSM SchoolAssociated with Karen A. Clark SPHR, SHRM-SCP