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BERYL M. HAROLD

West Nyack,NY

Summary

Dynamic senior executive with a robust track record in advancing equity, civil rights, and fair employment practices across federal, nonprofit, and public-facing organizations. Recognized as a trusted advisor to executive leadership, with expertise in policy development, investigations, staff supervision, and risk mitigation. Extensive experience in public-sector environments emphasizes independent judgment, community engagement, and regulatory compliance. Seasoned Human Resources Consultant with [Number] years of hands-on HR management experience, adept at leveraging HR metrics to benchmark and articulate the value of initiatives while guiding clients in strategic human capital management and best practices.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

HR Consultant

GME Consulting LLC
09.2025 - Current
  • Contributed to business and HR functions by identifying, prioritizing and building organizational capabilities, behaviors, structures and processes.
  • Built HR consulting capabilities focused on clients undergoing organizational change and development.
  • Designed and delivered client-specific services to the business operation

HR Consultant

U.S. Department of Justice – Federal Bureau of Prisons
01.2025 - 08.2025
  • Advise federal leadership on workforce policy, employee relations, and compliance in a unionized public-sector environment.
  • Support workforce planning, retention strategies, and risk mitigation aligned with federal employment and civil rights requirements.
  • Partner with interagency and cross-functional stakeholders on policy and systems improvements.

Senior Director, Human Resources & DEI

WNET (Public Media)
01.2021 - 01.2025
  • Senior advisor to executive leadership on workplace equity, employee relations, and compliance for a 500+ employee organization.
  • Led investigations and resolution of employee complaints, mitigating legal and reputational risk.
  • Directed organization-wide equity initiatives, increasing diverse hiring and retention by 25%.
  • Managed a 12-member leadership committee serving as liaisons to the CEO.

Director of Human Resources

Westcop (Nonprofit Social Services)
01.2019 - 01.2021
  • Oversaw HR operations for a government-funded nonprofit with civil service and regulatory requirements.
  • Conducted and supervised investigations into employee complaints and grievances.
  • Advised executive leadership on policy development, workforce restructuring, and compliance.
  • Supervised HR and payroll staff; partnered with union and non-union leadership.

Assistant Vice President, HR Business Partner

Virgin Atlantic Airways
01.2015 - 01.2017
  • Provided senior HR leadership in a multinational, matrixed environment.
  • Advised leadership on employee relations, organizational change, and compliance.

Head of Human Resources

Arise News (Global Media)
01.2012 - 01.2015
  • Established and led HR operations for a global media organization with 600 employees.
  • Advised senior leadership on employment practices, equity, investigations, and compliance.
  • Supported diversity recruitment and inclusive workplace initiatives across U.S. and international offices.

Education

Master of Science - Human Resources Management

The New School University
New York, NY

BBA - Marketing

Hofstra University
Hempstead, NY

Skills

  • Employment law
  • Organizational development
  • Employee engagement
  • Compensation and benefits
  • Employee retention
  • Labor relations
  • Job analysis
  • Diversity and inclusion
  • Succession planning
  • Talent acquisition & Retention

Timeline

HR Consultant

GME Consulting LLC
09.2025 - Current

HR Consultant

U.S. Department of Justice – Federal Bureau of Prisons
01.2025 - 08.2025

Senior Director, Human Resources & DEI

WNET (Public Media)
01.2021 - 01.2025

Director of Human Resources

Westcop (Nonprofit Social Services)
01.2019 - 01.2021

Assistant Vice President, HR Business Partner

Virgin Atlantic Airways
01.2015 - 01.2017

Head of Human Resources

Arise News (Global Media)
01.2012 - 01.2015

Master of Science - Human Resources Management

The New School University

BBA - Marketing

Hofstra University
BERYL M. HAROLD