Elizabeth Colbert, MA

Elizabeth Colbert, MA

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Director, Human Resources at The Kinetic Group

  • Education

    • Anoka Ramsey Community College

      2005 - 2007
      Associate in Arts
    • Minnesota State University, Mankato

      2007 - 2009
      Bachelor of Science Speech Communication, Human Resource Management
    • University of Northwestern - St. Paul

      2009 - 2012
      Master of Organizational Leadership
  • Experience

    • Target

      Jun 2008 - Jul 2013

      ▪ Managed all human resources functions for $30 million dollar store providing support to 100+ employees▪ Created and led performance management training for 15 human resources executives▪ Improved retention by nearly 20% by focusing on recognition, training, and communication programs▪ Built strong relationships with employees at all levels within the organization ▪ Led overnight logistics operations for $80 million dollar store managing 80 employees and 4 supervisors▪ Created weekly schedule to ensure seamless execution of trailer unload and general merchandise stocking▪ Prioritized and executed daily workload focusing on business need and employee aptitude▪ Promoted a strong culture of safety resulting in 225 days without a safety incident ▪ Assisted in executing daily operations of $80 million dollar store ▪ Coached, mentored and recognized employees▪ Resolved store issues with a sense of urgency, taking partners when necessary▪ Promoted a strong culture of safety

      • Human Resources Manager

        Oct 2010 - Jul 2013
      • Replenishment Manager

        Aug 2009 - Oct 2010
      • Executive Intern

        Jun 2008 - Aug 2009
    • Cargill

      Jul 2013 - Jun 2016
      Administrative Services Manager

      ▪ Managed 30 administrative professionals and led operations of office space for 130+ legal professionals▪ Nurtured a culture of development resulting in the promotion of 5 administrative professionals▪ Created and implemented annual strategy, goals and training connected to business objectives▪ Built and executed a project plan to analyze administrative job duties which resulted in realignment

    • Pohlad Companies

      Jun 2016 - Feb 2017
      Senior Talent Acquisition Partner

      ▪ Conducted full cycle recruiting for Carousel Motor Group, managing 60 active requisitions for 12 locations▪ Implemented effective hiring processes and practices with an emphasis on interview fundamentals▪ Ascertained and activated sourcing methods to identify talent pools▪ Developed and managed relationships with external partners to build talent pipeline

    • The Kinetic Group

      Feb 2017 - now

      ▪ Provide strategic, multi-site human resources leadership to 1,300 employees at Federal Ammunition and HEVI-Shot▪ Fulfill continuous operational staffing needs based upon business demand ▪ Develop, implement, manage, and continuously improve policies, practices, and processes▪ Foster a culture that builds and promotes a positive, highly engaged workforce with an emphasis on opencommunication, innovation, and recognition of achievement and success ▪ Handled and resolved employee questions and concerns as the designated resource for 900+ employees▪ Executed key HR processes, including cyclical human resources programs and projects▪ Collaborated with talent acquisition team on staffing initiatives▪ Managed and coordinated involuntary employee departures including reduction in force activities

      • Director, Human Resources

        Oct 2019 - now
      • Human Resources Business Partner

        Feb 2017 - Oct 2019
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR)

      HR Certification Institute - HRCI
      Feb 2019
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    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Building a Diverse Workforce

      Cornell University
      Aug 2024
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Board Member

      Issued by Hope for the Community on Jan 2015
      Hope for the CommunityAssociated with Elizabeth Colbert, MA
    • Vice Chair

      Issued by Anoka Technical College Foundation on Nov 2018
      Anoka Technical College FoundationAssociated with Elizabeth Colbert, MA
    • Board Member

      Issued by Anoka-Ramsey Community College Foundation on Dec 2019
      Anoka-Ramsey Community College FoundationAssociated with Elizabeth Colbert, MA