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Christopher Mead

Clearwater,Florida
Christopher Mead

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Hi, I'm Christopher Mead - a results-driven HR Executive, and proud Veteran with a passion for building high-performance teams and driving operational excellence. From navigating the skies as a skilled Aviator to designing HR strategies, my career has been centered on uniting people towards shared success. Key Strengths: - Operational Optimizer: Streamlined processes to reduce administrative burdens and decreased time-to-fill positions by implementing advanced ATS and automated scheduling tools. - Training & Development Visionary: Developed digital training programs that boosted compliance rates by 90% within three months. - Talent Acquisition Innovator: Transitioned recruiting strategies from reactive to proactive, resulting in a 20% headcount increase within a year-even in challenging market conditions. Career Highlights: - Founder, My Support Staff, LLC: Created an HR Outsourcing and Consulting firm offering affordable services to small and medium-sized enterprises, improving overall efficiency through shared services. - LASCO Fittings, Inc.: Transformed training methodologies and improved access to development programs, resulting in elevated performance metrics. - Amazon: Led safety initiatives for large teams, achieving a 70% improvement in emergency response times. - US Army: Air Mission Commander with a track record of leading and winning in high stress and ambiguous missions.

Overview

18
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

Recruiter Theory

Founder
04.2025 - Current

Job overview

My Support Staff
Memphis Metropolitan Area

Managing Director - Fractional CHRO and Consultant
12.2020 - Current

Job overview

  • Company Overview: a Veteran-Owned Small Business
  • I bring a unique blend of expertise in recruiting, H.R. consulting, and workplace safety.
  • My mission is to help organizations strengthen their teams and create safer, more compliant workplaces.
  • I manage the entire recruitment process to match clients with top-tier talent, specializing in filling critical roles quickly and effectively.
  • From workforce planning to compliance and employee relations, I offer strategic guidance that streamlines operations and aligns with company goals.
  • I collaborate with organizations to reduce risks, implement effective safety management systems, and achieve OSHA compliance.
  • With a track record of solving complex workforce challenges and a hands-on approach, I'm committed to delivering measurable results.
  • A Veteran-Owned Small Business

Aluma-Form
Memphis, Tennessee

Chief Human Resources Officer
03.2023 - 03.2025

Job overview

  • I serve as a strategic partner to our executive team, guiding the organization through dynamic growth while building a culture rooted in accountability, safety, and operational excellence.
  • I lead all facets of HR, including organizational development, labor law compliance, employee relations, compensation strategy, and workforce planning.
  • I've overseen audits of existing policies and procedures, implemented legally sound frameworks for hiring and termination, and introduced scalable systems to reduce liability while promoting operational efficiency.
  • I've established a track record of compliance without bureaucracy.
  • I've led initiatives that strengthened talent retention and built leadership pipelines to support the company's long-term goals.
  • I've deployed data-informed compensation structures, introduced job architecture aligned to business KPIs, and helped formalize internal training programs to upskill our frontline and management teams.
  • Key Competencies: Labor law compliance (FLSA, FMLA, ADA, OSHA, EEOC, Title VII), Workplace investigations & risk mitigation, Talent acquisition and succession planning, HRIS optimization and vendor transition, Policy development and contract structuring, Organizational design and change management.

Lasco Fittings, Inc.
Memphis Metropolitan Area

Human Resources Director
09.2020 - 08.2022

Job overview

  • Developed and implemented a digital training program company wide using already existing tools within the company, which increased access to training for employees and leaders resulting in an increase in performance to plan for training compliance from 70% to 90% in 3 months.
  • Transitioned company from reactive recruiting practices to proactive talent acquisition processes by introducing developmental opportunities within the company such as internships, co-ops, and apprenticeships.
  • Developed processes to recruit and hire talent during the most difficult job market in my career.

Lasco Fittings, Inc.
Memphis Metropolitan Area

Human Resources Manager and Safety Manager
01.2018 - 10.2020

Job overview

  • Implemented strategic program focusing on retention of employees through directed activities, with measurable outputs to measure success.
  • Implemented process to shorten time needed to process personnel actions from 5 days to 2.
  • Simplified high risk programs such as FMLA, EEO, Workers Compensation, and ADA programs to ensure that all programs are implemented appropriately.
  • Developed training and development program involving aspects of continuous improvement (Kaizen, Gemba, 5S, etc.), safety, quality, and HR related training (substance abuse, equal opportunity, interview techniques, etc.).
  • Developed robust COVID response plan and employee tracking system to reduce exposure of COVID-19 through the company.
  • Implemented Applicant Tracking System (ATS) as well as automated scheduling tools to reduce the administrative burden in the recruiting process as well as to decrease the time-to-fill.
  • Authored the Human Resources Policy manual to bring company up to date with modern day HR practices.
  • Developed company safety philosophy ensuring that leaders and employees are equipped and responsible for the program's success.
  • Implemented training program to develop employees and leaders in aspects of Occupational Safety and Health resulting in over 2000 training records being generated in only 3 months.
  • Revamped Employee Safety Committee with a focus on high risk Safety and Environmental programs driving success through continuous improvement.
  • Implemented data driven safety program using metrics to identify risk and prioritize programs.
  • Develop programs for sustainability by setting the expectation of leadership and employee involvement.
  • Reduced OSHA Recordable Incident Rate by 20% and Worker Compensation costs by 67%.

Amazon
Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area

Site Safety Manager
04.2016 - 01.2018

Job overview

  • Directly manage a team of 12 safety and medical professionals ensuring operational coverage, training and development, and mentorship to aid in development.
  • Standardized Emergency Action Plan resulting in a 70% decrease in time necessary to evacuate and take accountability of a building with 3000 employees.
  • Manage all aspects of a Behavior Based Safety Program ensuring that behavioral audits are focused on appropriate behaviors to effectively mitigate risk with over 3000 affected personnel.
  • Develop training surrounding safety incidents and trends in the facility to prevent or interrupt current trends to provide a safer work environment.
  • Developed supply list for onsite medical office, with the potential to become the network standard, which reduces risk of supply shortages, decreases time needed for Medical personnel to take inventory, and maintains OSHA compliance.
  • Implemented a root cause analysis system to better identify system inadequacies to drive action necessary to control and correct risk.
  • Reduce loss through Workers Compensation costs by thoroughly investigating workplace incidents to ensure that an accurate and detailed report of events leading to, during, and after an incident are available.
  • Manage budgets totaling over $2 Million and have made a 10% reduction in spending in the previous 6 months with plans to further reduce spending.

US Army
San Antonio, TX

Special Project Manager/Safety Manager
12.2015 - 04.2016

Job overview

  • Coordinated aviation operations between multiple agencies.
  • Conducted initial risk assessment for future operations.
  • Recommended and made changes as appropriate to mitigate risk and deliver challenging and appropriate training.

US Army

Safety Manager
12.2011 - 12.2015

Job overview

  • Managed a large international safety program with a primary focus on accident prevention.
  • Conducted risk assessments, accident investigations, and workplace audits to establish counter and control measures for system defects.
  • Maintained regulatory compliance with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Department of Defense (DOD), as well as other state, federal, and international regulations.
  • Sub parts to the Safety Program included: Hearing Conservation, HAZCOM and HAZMAT storage and handling, Fire prevention, Fall prevention, Foreign Object Damage/Debris (FOD Prevention), Personal Protective Equipment, Ergonomics, Transportation Safety, Emergency response, Radiation Safety.

US Army

Helicopter Pilot
05.2007 - 12.2015

Job overview

  • A Pilot in Command and Air Mission Commander in the OH-58D Kiowa Warrior, the Army's premier helicopter reconnaissance platform.
  • Lead and supervised operational planning and execution resulting in over 150 successful missions.
  • Conducted risk assessments for low and moderate risk operations as well as reviewing and briefing personnel on the risk associated with their particular operation, and managing flight crews rest cycles to ensure personnel could operate without the risk of fatigue.
  • Additionally, as the organizations first line trainer provided one-on-one and group training, teaching proper utilization of aircraft systems as well as best practices and techniques.
  • Performed duties as an overwater flight instructor, conducting both ground and flight instruction, for procedures of flight over large open bodies of water under day and night conditions.
  • Maintain a clean personal safety record for over 1300 flight hours under tactical and non-tactical conditions, logging zero accidents or incidents.

Education

Texas A&M University

Master of Science (M.S.) from Human Resources Development
01.2018

University Overview

Southern New Hampshire University

Master of Science - MS from Industrial and Organizational Psychology
01.2020

University Overview

Columbia Southern University

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) from Occupational Safety and Health
01.2015

University Overview

Skills

  • HR Operations
  • Organizational Development
  • HR Consulting

Websites

Certification

  • Basic Aircraft Accident Investigation
  • OSHA 511
  • PHS1010: COVID-19 Contact Tracing
  • First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor

Languages

English

Professional Highlights

Professional Highlights
  • Founder, My Support Staff, LLC, Created an HR Outsourcing and Consulting firm offering affordable services to small and medium-sized enterprises, improving overall efficiency through shared services.
  • LASCO Fittings, Inc., Transformed training methodologies and improved access to development programs, resulting in elevated performance metrics.
  • Amazon, Led safety initiatives for large teams, achieving a 70% improvement in emergency response times.
  • US Army, Air Mission Commander with a track record of leading and winning in high stress and ambiguous missions.

Summary

Summary
Hi, I'm Christopher Mead - a results-driven HR Executive, and proud Veteran with a passion for building high-performance teams and driving operational excellence. From navigating the skies as a skilled Aviator to designing HR strategies, my career has been centered on uniting people towards shared success., Operational Optimizer: Streamlined processes to reduce administrative burdens and decreased time-to-fill positions by implementing advanced ATS and automated scheduling tools., Training & Development Visionary: Developed digital training programs that boosted compliance rates by 90% within three months., Talent Acquisition Innovator: Transitioned recruiting strategies from reactive to proactive, resulting in a 20% headcount increase within a year-even in challenging market conditions.

Personal Information

Personal Information
Title: HR & Safety Consultant

Timeline

Founder
Recruiter Theory
04.2025 - Current
Chief Human Resources Officer
Aluma-Form
03.2023 - 03.2025
Managing Director - Fractional CHRO and Consultant
My Support Staff
12.2020 - Current
Human Resources Director
Lasco Fittings, Inc.
09.2020 - 08.2022
Human Resources Manager and Safety Manager
Lasco Fittings, Inc.
01.2018 - 10.2020
Site Safety Manager
Amazon
04.2016 - 01.2018
Special Project Manager/Safety Manager
US Army
12.2015 - 04.2016
Safety Manager
US Army
12.2011 - 12.2015
Helicopter Pilot
US Army
05.2007 - 12.2015
Texas A&M University
Master of Science (M.S.) from Human Resources Development
Southern New Hampshire University
Master of Science - MS from Industrial and Organizational Psychology
Columbia Southern University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) from Occupational Safety and Health

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