Ally Zapantis
New York
Summary
Dynamic people and function leader with over 25 years of experience in Retail, Media, and Tech Startup sectors. Proven ability to collaborate with leadership teams to enhance people-related processes, boost employee performance, and drive engagement. Expertise in leveraging data and analytics to align business strategies with financial objectives, vision, and core values. Committed to fostering a culture of continuous improvement that empowers teams and elevates organizational success.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chief Human Resources Officer
LT Apparel Group, LTD
01.2021 - Current
- Directed a team of 7 in managing operations for 450-700 employees within a privately owned children's wear apparel company.
- Oversaw strategic closure of NJ distribution center and successful launch of cutting-edge 800,000 square foot facility in NC.
- Formulated and rolled out HR initiatives focused on improving employee engagement and retention, contributing to overall organizational success.
- Implemented comprehensive performance management systems to enhance continuous feedback and development culture.
- Executed implementation and streamlining of HRIS system, addressing the evolving requirements of a scaling business.
- Analyzed market trends to oversee compensation and benefits strategies, ensuring alignment with industry standards and fostering employee loyalty.
- Established HR analytics and reporting systems to enhance data-driven insights.
- Partnered with senior leadership to formulate and implement HR strategies that drive business growth and innovation.
Sr HR Consultant
Various Medical Practices and Tech Startups
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Conducted consultations with diverse medical practices and technology startups to design and implement effective HR policies and processes.
- Achieved streamlined employee lifecycle processes that improved hiring efficiency. Drove organizational development initiatives that fostered employee growth. Optimized team structures to enhance productivity and collaboration.
- Earned SHRM-SCP certification by fulfilling rigorous professional standards in human resources.
- Engaged in rigorous coursework in leadership and management, culminating in certification from Wharton Online.
VP
Letgo
New York, United States, United States
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Member of core leadership team, reporting directly to the founders; hired CFO, CPO, COO and CTO.
- Responsible for managing a team of 14 with 5 direct reports; including, Talent Acquisition, Operations, Business Partners.
- Drove, managed, and created processes for all steps of employee lifecycle, such as recruitment, selection, performance, succession planning, development and transition.
- Managed entire People budget, including payroll benefits and office management.
- Partnered directly with fellow leaders to identify, design and implement organizational transformation in line with business strategies.
- Worked closely with leadership to establish a culture of engagement and retention using data to drive our decisions.
- Supported, coached, and advised leadership with all employee relations and performance management matters.
- Responsible for directing compliance of all federal and state employment practices globally, including offices in Spain and Turkey.
Director, Human Resources
News America Marketing, News Corp
New York, United States, United States
01.2016 - 01.2018
- HR Leader for Corporate Executive Team, Digital Sales team, and a startup acquired in Toronto (Checkout51).
- Oversaw New York, Atlanta, Pittsburgh, Toronto and Montreal offices with a total population of 700 employees.
- Managed 3 HR employees: HR Manager, HR Associate, and HR Coordinator, Aligned and created local and Canadian HR Strategy to support overall strategic business plan.
- Drove plan of action for employee engagement and culture.
- Managed headcount and annual salary rounds, including implementing salary bands throughout the sales organization.
- Prioritized the identification of talent and the movement of talent within critical roles of the organization, both in the US and Canada.
- Maintained a high level of communication with Management and contributed to the decision-making process of structuring and developing the organization for success.
- Drove and managed the Annual Performance Appraisal for entire corporate population.
- Partnered with in-house legal counsel to ensure all performance management and Employee Relations issues were dealt with appropriately and in a timely manner.
- Worked directly with Learning and Development to assess employee training needs.
- Responsible for directing compliance of all federal and state employment practices and all Canadian employment compliance.
Director, Human Resources
Ralph Lauren Corporation
New York, United States, United States
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Responsible for managing all of HR for Luxury Stores (500 employees) and on the team supporting Corporate (150 employees).
- Managed a team of 2: HR Manager and HR Coordinator.
- Drove and managed the Annual Performance Management and Review Board Cycle.
- Partnered with Talent Acquisition to manage the selection and hiring process.
- Partnered with RL Learning and Development team to support leadership development through mapping of current and new programs to organizational needs.
Sr. HR Manager/Recruiter
Tommy Hilfiger, PVH Corp
New York, United States, United States
01.2011 - 01.2014
- Responsible for all Recruiting in NYC head office, including: Design, Merchandising, PR, Marketing, Production, Sourcing, Visual Merchandising, Ecommerce, Planning, HR for Retail, Wholesale, Licensing and Specialty groups.
- Managed one Recruiter, who was responsible for Entry-level positions and Internship hires.
- Acted as Employee Relations manager with issues ranging from performance to investigating sexual harassment claims.
- Successfully resolved issues in a timely manner while consulting with in-house and external legal counsel.
- Responsible for onboarding all new employees and processing their paperwork.
- Assisted in compensation planning and recommendations.
- Took part in yearly performance management process and walk employees and managers through all the steps of the process using Success Factors.
Education
Master of Arts -
Columbia University
New York, United States05-2003
Bachelor of Arts - undefined
Adelphi University
New York, United States05-2000
Skills
- Employee engagement
- Leadership development
- Recruitment and hiring
- Analytical
- Communication
- People skills
- Leadership
- Compliance
- Compensation
- Implementing HRIS systems
- Training & Development
- Global experience
Certification
- SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP)
- Leadership and Management Certificate, Wharton Online, 2021
Timeline
Chief Human Resources Officer
LT Apparel Group, LTD
01.2021 - Current
Sr HR Consultant
Various Medical Practices and Tech Startups
01.2020 - 01.2022
VP
Letgo
01.2018 - 01.2020
Director, Human Resources
News America Marketing, News Corp
01.2016 - 01.2018
Director, Human Resources
Ralph Lauren Corporation
01.2014 - 01.2016
Sr. HR Manager/Recruiter
Tommy Hilfiger, PVH Corp
01.2011 - 01.2014
Bachelor of Arts - undefined
Adelphi University
Master of Arts -
Columbia University