Aarol Brown, GPHR

Experience

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  JCPenney Leadership Program - Price College of Business

  Sept 2013 - May 2016

  Leadership Associate

  The JCPenney Leadership Program at the Price College of Business allows high achieving students to develop their leadership skills and become business leaders. This program is committed to personal growth as well as professional development through the broadening of student perspectives and the strengthening of student business skills.

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  Starbucks

  Dec 2013 - Sept 2015

  Certified Barista

  • Provided fast, friendly, and individualized customer service • Created unique, quality beverages for patrons in a timely manner• Preserved store appearance and utility by organizing, cleaning, and restocking

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  IBCooler Company

  Jan 2014 - May 2014

  Chief Relations Officer

  • Formed a student-run company along with 17 other students to design, market, and sell OU merchandise • Served as a liaison between executive officers, company members, and IBC faculty• Completed a record-setting 1300+ hours of community service to LoveWorks Leadership, Inc. • Donated all profits totaling $8100 to the local chapter of Camp Kesem, a summer camp for children whose families have been affected by Cancer

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  Study Abroad at OU in Arezzo, Italy

  May 2014 - Jun 2014

  Study Abroad

  I traveled to Italy to take two courses (Business Finance, Purchasing and Buyer Behavior) through the Price College of Business at the University of Oklahoma Arezzo campus. In addition to completing daily coursework and presentations, I had the opportunity to tour Italian businesses and meet with executive board members to discuss their business models. The trip provided a unique opportunity to apply what I was learning in the classroom to real-life situations.

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  JCPenney Leadership Center - Price College of Business

  Jul 2014 - May 2016

  Office Fellow

  • Performed office, secretarial, and administrative duties• Updated organizational website with relevant news, upcoming events, and member activity• Organized and hosted events and workshops with distinguished speakers from around the country

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  Study Abroad at OU in San José, Costa Rica

  Mar 2015 - Mar 2015

  Study Abroad

  I traveled with the JCPenney Leadership Program to San José, Costa Rica where I had the opportunity to take a course about Leadership in International Settings. This class influenced me in becoming a culturally sensitive and knowledgeable leader. Through our unique setting, valuable class discussions, current readings, and various cultural and business site visits broadened my perspectives and international experience.

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  EY

  May 2015 - Aug 2015

  Human Capital Intern

  Human Resources Performance Improvement• Analyzed survey statistics to construct benchmark presentations highlighting industry standards• Created standardized process flows using Microsoft Visio depicting industry best practices• Interpreted payroll incident reports to uncover process deterioration and areas for improvement

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  EY

  Sept 2016 - Dec 2022

  • Supervised the service delivery team responsible for managing the employee relocation process for clients, overseeing domestic and international assignments and transfers.• Ensured effective employee communication, timely coordination with third-party providers, accurate preparation of cost estimates, and delivery of crucial assignment documentation and payroll instruction.• Served as a trusted advisor for clients and liaised with subject matter experts to support clients’ key business decisions, while maintaining alignment with the client’s specific service delivery standards and goals.• Facilitated smooth onboarding for new clients, overseeing efficient documentation collection and data transfers from prior provider to minimize disruption for client contacts and assignees.• Led the implementation of an assignment management technology platform, collaborating with clients and technical consultants to customize and optimize the system to fit our clients’ unique requirements. Show less

  • Manager - HR Global Mobility

    May 2022 - Dec 2022

  • Assistant Manager - HR Global Mobility

    Oct 2020 - May 2022

  • Senior Consultant - HR Global Mobility

    Oct 2018 - Sept 2020

  • Consultant - HR Global Mobility

    Sept 2016 - Sept 2018
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  PFS Investments

  Dec 2022 - now

  Director of Operations

  • Oversees back-office operations, implementing efficient processes to enhance administrative effectiveness and elevate client satisfaction. • Guides new hires through the life insurance and securities licensing process, actively tracking their progress and facilitating the completion of all regulatory requirements.• Created comprehensive training materials and an engaging new hire onboarding program, significantly improving their readiness and integration into the team.• Developed a KPI tracker to monitor employee performance, allowing for precise reporting to management and driving the achievement of key goals.• Prepares and delivers presentations to key stakeholders, providing updates on team progress and performance metrics to foster transparency and informed decision-making. Show less