Corichia Martin Brisco
Kansas City,US
Summary
Strategic HR Executive with over 20 years of experience driving compliance, equity, and organizational excellence across federal, nonprofit, and private sectors. Known for leading complex HR functions—including labor relations, EEO/ADA compliance, workforce development, and DEIA program implementation—with measurable impact. As the founder of a human resources consulting firm, served as a fractional HR Director to mission-driven organizations, building compliant, inclusive, and scalable people systems. Experienced in supporting Talent Acquisition (TA) process improvement and compliance, including recruitment workflow analysis, onboarding program development (NEOP), and training coordination for hybrid teams. Skilled at navigating changing policy landscapes and now focused on bringing this expertise into a forward-thinking organization seeking strategic HR leadership, compliance expertise, and cultural transformation. Service-connected veteran and trusted advisor with a proven record of innovation, integrity, and results.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Founder & Principal HR Consultant
ReeLyfe Solutions, LLC
Little Rock, US
10.2019 - Current
- Lead a federally focused HR consulting firm providing executive-level human capital strategy, compliance solutions, and workforce development programs. Operate as a fractional HR Director for public, private, and nonprofit organizations - delivering end-to-end HR support, and EEO compliance aligned with federal regulations and Executive Orders.
- Serve as interim or embedded HR leader for multiple clients, overseeing employee relations, talent strategy, performance management, and HR policy design.
- Advised clients on compliant hiring practices and recruitment policies, aligned with federal and state labor laws.
- Develop and implement organizational-wide HR frameworks, including compliant handbooks, job classifications, reasonable accommodation procedures, and onboarding systems.
- Conduct complex workplace investigations, including EEO complaints, labor disputes, and ADA requests - advising legal and executive teams on outcomes and resolution strategies.
- Spearhead DEIA strategies including barrier analysis, cultural assessments, and Equity Action Plans in accordance with Executive Order 14035.
- Facilitate executive and workforce training on EEO laws, unconscious bias, accessibility, DEIA leadership, and performance accountability.
- Support HR systems transformation through implementation of digital workflows, automated training modules, and strategic HR tech partnerships.
- Established the ReeLyfe HR Suite for HR compliance, EEO compliance, and workforce policy development.
- Built the EEO Office for FMCS, including policy governance structures, DEIA strategic planning, and Special Emphasis Program Manager (SEPM) frameworks.
- Led the creation and submission of MD-715 reports and barrier analyses for federal clients, directly informing equity-focused decision making and audit readiness.
- Designed and coordinated New Employee Onboarding Programs (NEOPs) for hybrid teams, aligning onboarding content with federal hiring standards and improving compliance readiness across dispersed workforces.
- Designed and implemented automated, mandated training programs, increasing compliance efficiency across hybrid and remote teams.
- Partnered with federal contractors and agencies to maintain compliance with CFR, EEOC, OFCCP, and ADA standards, avoiding legal penalties and improving operational equity.
- Delivered strategic guidance to executive leadership teams on workplace accessibility, talent equity, and DEIA program performance metrics.
HR Strategic Advisor
Winning Truths International
MO, US
10.2023 - 02.2025
- Deliver high-level HR and DEIA advisory services to mission-driven organizations, helping leadership align workforce strategies with operational goals while embedding equity and compliance into the fabric of their organizations. Provide hands-on expertise in HR governance, talent management, and change leadership across diverse industries.
- Partner directly with CEOs, COOs, and HR leaders to design and implement scalable HR policies, procedures, and compliance frameworks that align with regulatory and business imperatives.
- Designed and launched NEOPs for client organizations, customizing onboarding content to align with compliance standards, role-specific workflows, and hybrid work environments.
- Developed onboarding process metrics and feedback loops to evaluate NEOP effectiveness
- Advise on labor and employee relations, including performance management, grievance handling, and conflict resolution strategies, mitigating risk and ensuring legal compliance.
- Support clients in enhancing HR governance by establishing strategic HR functions, updating policies, and streamlining internal systems for greater workforce alignment and operational efficiency.
- Advised executive teams on compliant hiring practices, creating structured recruitment workflows, interview rubrics, and policy documents aligned with EEOC and ADA guidelines.
- Designed and implemented performance management frameworks for small-to-midsize teams, improving accountability, transparency, and staff development outcomes.
- Provided labor relations guidance that resolved long-standing workplace conflicts, restored trust, and improved organizational climate across key departments.
- Supported HR infrastructure development for a transitioning nonprofit, including new employee classification systems, onboarding processes, and compliant policies.
Lead Worker's Comp Specialist|DEIA Program Manager
General Services Administration (GSA)
, US
10.2015 - 10.2023
- Held dual leadership responsibilities within GSA's Office of Human Capital, managing a nationwide Workers' Compensation program while simultaneously leading enterprise-wide DEIA strategy. Recognized as a subject matter expert (SME) on federal HR compliance, return-to-work coordination, and DEIA governance aligned with Executive Order 14035 and MD-715 reporting standards.
- Directed the Workers' Compensation program in compliance with 5 U.S.C. 8107 and FECA, overseeing claims management, accommodation planning, and executive-level briefings to reduce liability and improve outcomes.
- Established and led return-to-work initiatives in coordination with agency attorneys, supervisors, and executive leadership to ensure compliance with ADA and OWCP requirements.
- Developed GSA-wide policies and procedures for compensation claims processing, training, and documentation management, including SOPs and workforce education programs.
- Served as agency DEIA Program Manager, leading strategic initiatives and cultural change efforts to embed equity and accessibility throughout GSA operations.
- Facilitated grievance resolution, ADA accommodations, and performance consultations in alignment with labor relations best practices.
- Reduced GSA's chargeback bill by 33% through strategic claims analysis, process redesign, and proactive case management.
- Created and implemented the GSA Workers' Compensation Database using Microsoft Access, significantly improving the tracking of COP dates, restrictions, and OWCP correspondence.
- Assisted in the development of GSA's DEIA Strategic Plan and contributed to MD-715 reporting, identifying workplace barriers and outlining actionable steps to address disparities.
- Led the formation of the ASL Task Force, securing enterprise-wide funding for interpreter services and establishing accessibility standards for deaf and hard-of-hearing employees.
- Designed and governed frameworks for Special Emphasis Programs and Employee Resource Groups.
- Orchestrated DEIA listening sessions, cultural assessments, and reporting systems to support EEO data collection and promote transparent accountability.
- Acted as primary liaison for the DEIA Speaker Series, curating educational programming that raised awareness and drove workforce engagement on key equity topics.
Operations Support Specialist II
Department of Homeland Security
Overland Park, US
10.2013 - 10.2015
- Served as lead advisor and program coordinator within the Labor and Employee Relations Team, delivering expert guidance on performance management, Workers' Compensation, EEO compliance, and union grievance processes. Provided cross-functional support to USCIS headquarters and led coordination of the Special Emphasis Program (SEP), ensuring agency-wide compliance with diversity-related mandates and support for underrepresented groups through structured programming and event execution.
- Advised senior leaders and frontline supervisors on performance management, disciplinary actions, and labor relations, including interpretation of collective bargaining agreements and federal labor law compliance.
- Led grievance resolution processes involving unfair labor practices, Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB) matters, and Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) complaints.
- Coordinated return-to-work strategies and OWCP processes, ensuring legal compliance and timely resolution of employee injury claims.
- Served as agency liaison and lead coordinator for the Special Emphasis Program (SEP), promoting equitable employment opportunities and workforce representation.
- Trained supervisors on policy compliance, documentation best practices, and performance improvement planning (PIP) protocols.
- Supervised Special Emphasis Program Managers (SEPMs) and designed new procedural frameworks to increase participation and visibility of historically underrepresented groups within the federal workforce.
- Developed and executed diversity-focused events, outreach efforts, and internal awareness campaigns aligned with affirmative employment objectives.
- Analyzed complex grievance and misconduct cases, providing strategic counsel that led to resolution of high-risk personnel issues and reduced exposure to litigation.
- Administered HSPD-12 credentialing process as a PIV Enrollment Official, ensuring secure issuance and compliance with DHS security protocols.
- Served as Collateral Duty Safety Officer (CDSO), supporting workplace safety initiatives and compliance with OSHA and agency-specific guidelines.
- Oversaw the tracking of official union time usage and ensured consistent, compliant labor relations practices during onboarding and employee briefings.
Immigration Services Analyst
Department of Homeland Security
Lees Summit, US
07.2012 - 10.2013
- Provided technical analysis and case support within the Information and Field Services Division of USCIS. Researched complex immigration records to assist federal agencies with sensitive benefit determinations and national security inquiries.
- Researched, interpreted, and analyzed immigration laws, regulations, and USCIS records to respond to complex case inquiries from agents, adjudicators, and field officers.
- Delivered written and verbal guidance to USCIS personnel and law enforcement agencies, supporting eligibility decisions on citizenship, asylum, and immigration benefits.
- Ensured compliance with USCIS protocols while resolving data inconsistencies, consolidating duplicate files, and responding to Congressional inquiries.
- Supported agents from ICE, CBP, and FBI in identifying individuals posing national security risks through rapid and thorough immigration file analysis.
- Improved data quality and service delivery by applying both qualitative and quantitative analysis to resolve procedural inconsistencies in alien file management systems.
Education
Master of Science - Mental Health Counseling
Capella University
MN06.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
University of Arkansas
AR12.2009
Skills
- DEIA Program Governance
- Talent Acquisition Compliance
- Equal Employment Opportunity
- Program Development
- Project Management
- Project Charter
- Labor and Employee Relations
- Staff Training & Development
- Internal HR Process Reviews
- Leadership Talent Management
- Accessibility
- Survey Results Analysis
- Change Management
Veteran Preference
10-Point (based on a compensable service connected disability of 30% or more (CPS))
References
References available upon request
Military Honors And Awards
- Veterans' Preference Awards
- Secret Military Security Clearance
- Army Achievement Medal (2nd Award)
- Army Commendation Medal
- Army Good Conduct Medal
- Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal
- Completion of the Arkansas Department of Corrections Training Academy
Personal Information
Citizenship: US
Timeline
HR Strategic Advisor
Winning Truths International
10.2023 - 02.2025
Founder & Principal HR Consultant
ReeLyfe Solutions, LLC
10.2019 - Current
Lead Worker's Comp Specialist|DEIA Program Manager
General Services Administration (GSA)
10.2015 - 10.2023
Operations Support Specialist II
Department of Homeland Security
10.2013 - 10.2015
Immigration Services Analyst
Department of Homeland Security
07.2012 - 10.2013
Master of Science - Mental Health Counseling
Capella University
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
University of Arkansas
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