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Chris Lawson

Allen,TX

Summary

Experienced Executive Leader with a strong track record of driving growth and innovation in start-up and high-growth organizations. I am deeply passionate about transforming and scaling emerging businesses into thriving, innovative enterprises. I'm seeking opportunities to leverage my expertise in new business development, social networking, and customer relationship management to lead dynamic, forward-thinking start-ups to new levels of success.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Head of People

Ellie Diagnostics
03.2022 - Current
  • Spearheaded the HR department, overseeing all aspects of human resources management
  • Developed and executed talent acquisition strategies, ensuring the recruitment of high-caliber talent across all organizational levels
  • Implemented comprehensive talent management programs, including onboarding, training, performance management, and succession planning
  • Acted as a trusted advisor for employees and management, effectively managing employee relations, addressing concerns, and maintaining a culture of open communication
  • Ensured compliance with labor laws and regulations by developing and enforcing HR policies and procedures
  • Managed compensation and benefits programs, aligning them with industry standards to attract and retain top talent
  • Led diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, creating an inclusive work environment
  • Monitored HR metrics to assess the effectiveness of HR programs, making data-driven decisions for continuous improvement
  • Built and led a high-performing HR team, providing direction, coaching, and mentorship to HR professionals
  • Developed and executed employee engagement strategies, enhancing overall workplace morale
  • Evaluated, implemented, and managed HR technology and software solutions to streamline HR processes, improving overall efficiency and effectiveness.

Managing Director

Clear Executive, a Division of Employee Solutions
03.2020 - Current
  • Advocated for best-in-class candidate experience to ensure the acquisition of high-caliber talent at all levels
  • Implemented the full lifecycle recruiting process by effectively using LinkedIn Recruiter, Glassdoor, Indeed, social media, and other programs to locate, engage, and attract prospective candidates
  • Collaborated with hiring managers and HR Business Partners to manage the selection and offer process
  • Initiated a professional services division, expanding the unit from 0 to 6 total team members with direct hire revenues of $110K + monthly, including personal production
  • Led internal corporate recruiting efforts for all departmental recruiting and staffing, including accounting, marketing, business development, and recruiters for a $50 million organization
  • Contributed valuable insights during weekly executive meetings, strategizing unique ways to attract talent during unprecedented labor shortages
  • Provided valuable consulting to business leaders on market conditions, talent availability, and industry-specific marketing conditions
  • Mastered the art of communicating effectively with a wide range of executives, providing customized recruiting solutions following legal and compliance regulations
  • Utilized extensive analytics to optimize recruiting strategies, particularly beneficial in the fast-paced start-up environment.

CEO, Founder

Eli Daniel Group
11.2007 - 03.2020
  • Founded and led a full-service staffing firm, focusing on temporary, temp-to-hire, and permanent placements
  • Negotiated all vendor relationships, including leases, financial relationships, IT/Phone services, web design, SEO strategy, job boards, and customer contracts
  • Managed, updated, and tracked 100+ requisitions daily to ensure the accuracy of job postings
  • Prepared, built, and extended external and internal salary offers daily
  • Accurately collected candidate data in systems daily and shared various reports
  • Built cumulative revenues to $25 million+ in direct hire and contract/temporary staffing
  • Communicated with hiring managers using a consultative approach, ensuring the right solution
  • Developed media skills with numerous local, national print, radio, speaking engagements, and TV appearances specific to employment and hiring.

Director of Sales and Recruiting

Solomon Edwards
06.2006 - 11.2007
  • Led an interim accounting and finance start-up division of a CFO services firm, developing a $1.2 million run rate in 14 months
  • Directly managed 6 Recruiters in the Office Support Division
  • Improved recruiting by developing and optimizing strategies
  • Anticipated project demands and requirements and provided preemptive service
  • Subsequently realized a monthly average of $45K-$60K in gross margin with up to 45 contract workers
  • Played a pivotal role in promoting bench consultants on cross-functional projects
  • Placed CPAs via direct hire.

Division Director

Snelling Staffing
01.1998 - 01.2006
  • Drove recruiting efforts, partnering with executive leadership
  • Located, motivated, and inspired passive candidates, ensuring a positive candidate experience
  • Consistently achieved high revenue and profit numbers, contributing to a 4X revenue growth from 2002-2006 ($2.5-$12M)
  • Managed key accounts with full P&L responsibility
  • Spearheaded an Accounting and Finance division within the branch, earning a promotion to General Manager
  • Maintained a top-ranking in DSO (Days Sales Outstanding) nationwide.

Education

Bachelor of Business Administration - Marketing

UT Permian Basin

Skills

  • Project Planning
  • Relationship Building
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Supervision and Leadership
  • Critical Thinking
  • Change Management
  • Business Start up
  • Operational Leadership
  • Business Development
  • Recruitment
  • Organizational Development

Timeline

Head of People

Ellie Diagnostics
03.2022 - Current

Managing Director

Clear Executive, a Division of Employee Solutions
03.2020 - Current

CEO, Founder

Eli Daniel Group
11.2007 - 03.2020

Director of Sales and Recruiting

Solomon Edwards
06.2006 - 11.2007

Division Director

Snelling Staffing
01.1998 - 01.2006

Bachelor of Business Administration - Marketing

UT Permian Basin

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