Ashley A Coro
Vienna
Summary
Strategic, people-centered Human Resources Leader with 8+ years of progressive experience building, scaling, and modernizing HR functions across healthcare, education, SaaS, and nonprofit environments. Proven expert in HRIS implementations (Workday, ADP, UKG), compliance, employee relations, performance management, and organizational development. Known for translating complex employment regulations into practical, human-forward systems that drive engagement, retention, and operational excellence. Demonstrated success leading enterprise-wide change initiatives, coaching senior leaders, and designing compliant, high-impact HR infrastructure from the ground up. Trusted partner to executives, boards, and frontline leaders alike.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Human Resources Manager
Kents Hill School
01.2026 - Current
- Lead HR operations for a residential boarding high school supporting academic, residential life, athletics, and operational staff
- Oversee employee relations, onboarding, benefits administration, payroll coordination, and compliance in a 24/7 campus environment
- Partner with senior leadership on performance management, corrective action, and organizational effectiveness
- Lead comprehensive policy and employee handbook revisions aligned with Maine and federal employment law
- Develop compliance calendars, training tracking, and audit-ready documentation
- Evaluate and optimize HRIS, payroll, learning, and compliance systems
Human Resources Consultant
Rae of Hope, LLC
Wilton
02.2024 - Current
- Serve as strategic HR advisor to a growing, multi-service mental health organization operating in a highly regulated environment.
- Designed and implemented end-to-end HR infrastructure, including onboarding workflows, compliance tracking, personnel files, and policy frameworks.
- Automated HR administrative processes, reducing manual workload and increasing operational efficiency.
- Led employee relations support and conflict resolution, fostering a trauma-informed, people-first workplace culture.
- Ensured full alignment with state and federal labor laws, licensing requirements, and internal governance standards.
Co-Founder/President
Can You Hear Me?
08.2015 - Current
- Founded and lead a nonprofit organization focused on mental health advocacy and policy reform.
- Advocated for community and legislative initiatives to improve access to care and reduce stigma.
- Developed educational programming, fundraising initiatives, and strategic partnerships with mental health organizations.
Human Resources Business Partner
CivicPlus
05.2023 - 02.2024
- Partnered with senior leaders to execute HR strategies aligned with organizational goals and growth initiatives.
- Provided HRBP support across performance management, employee relations, compliance, and manager coaching.
- Contributed to employee engagement and retention efforts through targeted HR programs and leader enablement.
- Supported organizational change initiatives with a focus on communication, consistency, and employee experience.
Human Resources Business Partner / Workday Change Management Lead
MaineGeneral Health
Augusta
07.2022 - 05.2023
- Led change management initiatives supporting the successful implementation of the Workday HRIS system.
- Coached leaders on employee relations issues, policy interpretation, organizational design, and performance management.
- Integrated talent management processes, addressing workforce gaps through career pathing and internal development strategies.
- Analyzed training needs and delivered development programs to support leadership effectiveness and operational improvement.
Human Resources Director
Moriah Behavioral Health
07.2019 - 07.2022
- Built and led the HR function for a growing behavioral health organization.
- Designed and implemented a formal performance management system, reducing performance inconsistencies by 70% and increasing productivity by 80%.
- Developed competitive compensation and benefits structures aligned with market data and budget constraints.
- Ensured compliance with all local, state, and federal employment regulations, significantly reducing organizational risk.
- Led full-cycle recruitment strategies to meet aggressive staffing and growth demands.
Marketing Manager
Gulf of Maine Institute
Newburyport
01.2017 - 07.2019
- Developed and executed strategic marketing initiatives to increase brand visibility and donor engagement.
- Collaborated on multi-channel content strategies including social media, newsletters, and web presence.
- Supported mission-driven growth through storytelling, stakeholder engagement, and community outreach.
Children's Case Manager
Western Maine Behavioral Health
Wilton
01.2019 - 03.2019
- Consulted with clinicians to devise and manage effective ongoing care plans for at-risk children's.
- Evaluated children's based on mental and physical parameters discovered through interviews and standardized assessments.
- Delivered individualized counseling services to children's working through issues such as mental illness and substance abuse.
- Worked with family members to develop support networks and multifaceted coping techniques focused on client needs.
- Devised and enhanced treatment strategies to promote continued progress.
Behavioral Health Professional
Casa
Portland
01.2018 - 12.2018
- Built and maintained positive staff relationships to promote teamwork and better serve clients.
- Directed family-centered, strengths-based, culturally competent and individualized intakes and assessments.
- Displayed sensitivity to cultural and linguistic needs of clients and families served.
- Assists in planning and implementing the goals and objectives of programs and projects.
- Work one to one in with a child with behavioral needs in a classroom regarding following classroom expectations and interacting with peers in an appropriate and safe manner.
Education
Certificate - Human Resources
Cornell University
01.2020
Master's Degree - Public Relations
Full Sail University
01.2016
Bachelor's Degree - Music Business
Full Sail University
01.2014
High School Diploma -
Thornton Academy
06.2008
Skills
HR Strategy & Leadership
- HR Business Partnering (Executive & Senior Leadership)
- Organizational Design & Change Management
- Workforce Planning & Succession Strategy
- Culture, Engagement & Retention Programs
HR Operations & Systems
- HRIS Selection & Implementation (Workday, ADP Workforce Now, UKG, Paychex, Gusto, Checkwriters)
- Payroll, Benefits & Compensation Administration
- HR Process Automation & Optimization
- Compliance Calendars & Audit Readiness
Employee Relations & Compliance
- Employee Relations & Investigations
- Policy Development & Handbook Design
- Federal & State Compliance (FMLA, FLSA, ADA, EPL, PFML)
- Risk Mitigation & Corrective Action
Talent & Performance
- Talent Acquisition & Workforce Scaling
- Performance Management Systems
- Leadership Coaching & Manager Enablement
- Learning, Training & Development Programs
Certification
• CPR
• Lean Six Sigma White Belt Certification
• First Aid
• MANDT Certified
• Lean Six Sigma White Belt Certification
• First Aid
• MANDT Certified
Timeline
Human Resources Manager
Kents Hill School
01.2026 - Current
Human Resources Consultant
Rae of Hope, LLC
02.2024 - Current
Human Resources Business Partner
CivicPlus
05.2023 - 02.2024
Human Resources Business Partner / Workday Change Management Lead
MaineGeneral Health
07.2022 - 05.2023
Human Resources Director
Moriah Behavioral Health
07.2019 - 07.2022
Children's Case Manager
Western Maine Behavioral Health
01.2019 - 03.2019
Behavioral Health Professional
Casa
01.2018 - 12.2018
Marketing Manager
Gulf of Maine Institute
01.2017 - 07.2019
Co-Founder/President
Can You Hear Me?
08.2015 - Current
Certificate - Human Resources
Cornell University
Master's Degree - Public Relations
Full Sail University
Bachelor's Degree - Music Business
Full Sail University
High School Diploma -
Thornton Academy