Experience

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  Uss m.g. vallejo, trident class submarine, charleston, south carolina

  May 1991 - Mar 1995

  Operations manager - master chief petty officer

  Controlled the day-to-day operations of the ship. Met every underway commitment even on a 24 hour notice with the ship fully battle ready.Prepared the crew for a surprise nuclear reaction inspection by developing and implementing a series of training programs for emergency/safety operations. Crew performed well, an “above average” rating was achieved.Planned the combination of two crews and moving of families across country while maintaining deployment preparations. Implemented cross training program, which raised the crew’s level of knowledge of ship systems. This resulted in achieving an outstanding on Battle Readiness Evaluation Show less

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  Uss vella gulf, aegis class cruiser, norfolk, virginia

  Apr 1995 - Jun 1997

  Operations manager - master chief petty officer

  Reported directly to the ship’s Captain and actively supervised the day-to-day activities of a crew of 400 naval personnel to meet all assigned mission objectives and routine operating protocols. Coordinated with great success the integration of 60 female sailors assigned onboard - the first Aegis Class Cruiser to have women sailors onboard. Conducted a comprehensive training program to ensure proper behavior was maintained at all times and to foster a culture of equality/parity. Integration program was recognized as being highly successful and served as a model for similar crew integration programs. Show less

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  Regional headquarters, navy recruiting, houston, texas

  Jul 1997 - Sept 2000

  Regional operations manager - master chief petty officer

  Competently managed 45 recruiting offices in TX and LA, staffed by 250 recruiters.Successfully implemented a full set of command programs and procedures to ensure compliance with Navy regulations. Conscientiously ensured all civilian employee programs were in compliance with local, state and federal laws. Attentively ensured the highest levels of professionalism and performance at recruiting office.Strong leadership skills resulted in the region achieving three consecutive years of award-winning performance; recognized as Most Improved in 1997, National Third Place (Bronze) in 1998, and National Second Place (Silver) in 1999. Show less

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  The great indoors

  Nov 2001 - Nov 2006

  Human resources manager

  Managed with skill and dedication all HR related activity for this high-volume retail establishment.Adeptly conducted employee recruitment/retention, performance management, training and training coordination and other personnel related programs. Significantly contributed to improving management skill set by effectively administering/conducting regular management development programs including leadership, time management, and employee relations training. Built solid business partnerships with other HR managers and was key contributor working on corporate teams to address major issues and develop strategies to achieve overall company business goals. Knowledge base and communications skills resulted in being selected to train new HR managers. Confidently served as team leader on a company-wide project that successfully developed a retention and recruitment “toolbox” for department managers. The team’s product became the standard operating procedure throughout the company. Show less

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  Sears holdings corporation

  Dec 2006 - Feb 2009

  Area human resources manager

  Professionally and effectively met all HR program objectives providing HR support to 59 retail stores across five states. Carefully monitored monthly compliance reports, created action plans, prioritized store visits based on overall compliance opportunities and provided leadership for implementing corrective measures when required.Lowered turnover rate on average of 30% for high turnover stores by developing/implementing key retention initiatives. Confidently trained upper management in these high turnover stores on effective tools to lower turnover rate. Developed strategy for stores to meet the company’s goal of 1.0 ratio in meal compliance. All stores met or exceed the company’s goal within three months of starting program.Reduced average time to fill management/supervisory positions to 21 days. Skillfully recruited talent for management positions for all stores in region, partnered with hiring managers to develop best recruiting strategies, conducted all initial interviews, developed offer package and brought all selected candidates onboard. Show less

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  Brachfeld law group

  May 2009 - Jun 2010

  Director of human resources

  Established a HR department to meet the recruiting, hiring and personnel administration needs of four offices in four states. Successfully met the business unit needs for 200+ employees including payroll, benefit administration, retention/recruiting, and performance management. Expertly developed a complete set of HR policies and procedures for the company reflecting sound HR practices. Created detailed monthly management reports and action plans to promptly correct areas of concern. Lowered cost of processing payroll and reduced processing errors to zero by establishing strict procedures and controls.Saved costs through design and effective execution of realignment plan in the California legal department that streamlined procedures, matched employee talents to job requirements and implemented a right sizing strategy for staffing levels. Significantly improved overall skill base of staff by introducing the use of training course evaluations based on Kirkpatrick’s model. Results: training team began a continuing education initiative to provide relevant training in house and online.Greatly enhanced employee/management communications by re-vamping the overall strategy. Redesigned and issued a new enewsletter to cater to different audiences. Show less

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  Molly's ventures llc

  Jan 2011 - Mar 2012

  Owner

  We are a small home based on-line business selling high fashion and Sterling Silver jewelry.

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  Laser shot, inc.

  Feb 2011 - Jun 2017

  Director of human resources

  • Performed all HR functions including staffing, training, associate relations, recognition programs, benefits, and initiatives with responsibilities for 3 locations. • Established compensation tables that allowed competitive hiring, annual pay raises and bonus program.• Successfully transitioned the company from a date of hire annual performance review program to an annual Merit Increase Performance review program resulted in on time reviews and better merit increase process. • Launched a new compensation structure that aligned broad band’s rate structures and HR salary tools. • Effectively transition company to new payroll system that lowered costs by 25% allowing employee increased accessibility to their pay record and benefit information.• Investigated several employee harassment complaints and obtained an equal solution for all parties concerned.• As benefits administrator maintained benefit cost with only a 3% increase over 2 years. • Established Affirmation action and Ethics programs to comply with federal contract regulations • Upgraded Employee Handbook to reflect current Federal, State and local laws to establish clear understanding of company policies and procedures. • Created safety programs which reduced accidents by 50% lowing workers compensation payments and fees.• Established training programs to meet OSHA and other safety requirements. Show less

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  Rock~n~roe luelaroe

  Jun 2017 - Nov 2019

  Fashion retail consultant

  https://www.facebook.com/groups/[email protected] through fashion we create freedom, change lives daily and celebrate that you can "Be You!" A place where love, purpose, happiness and growth allow us to not only dream our success stories, but live them!LuLaRoe is one of the fastest growing direct sales companies today and is truly revolutionizing the fashion and retail industries. From our firm belief that all women are beautiful, and our desire to help all feel that way, LuLaRoe designs and manufactures on-trend, comfortable clothing for women of all ages. Our product is fashionable, affordable, and high quality! We aim to provide the best business opportunity possible for anyone looking to build their own LuLaRoe businesses that offer not only income and flexibility, but a community of like-minded, and driven people eager to support one another during hardship and celebrate each others' successes. SpecialtiesClothing, Manufacturing, Direct Sales, Home Based BusinessWebsitehttp://lularoe.comIndustryApparel & Fashion Show less

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  Arbonne

  Nov 2019 - now

  Arbonne independent consultant
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  Self-employed

  Jan 2022 - now

  Mobile notary signing agent