CORLISE A. COLBERT
MORGAN CITY
Summary
Visionary leader with proven track record in steering organizations toward success through strategic planning and effective management. Skilled in building cohesive teams, driving innovation, and enhancing operational efficiency to achieve business objectives. Demonstrated ability to transform challenges into opportunities, resulting in significant impact on company growth and profitability.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Fractional Chief Operating Officer
Soaring Solutions, LLC
Gibson
01.2025 - Current
- Streamlined operational processes across multiple departments to enhance efficiency.
- Developed and implemented strategic plans to achieve organizational goals.
- Led cross-functional teams to drive project completion and resource allocation.
- Managed vendor relationships to ensure optimal service delivery and compliance.
- Oversaw budgeting and financial planning to align with corporate objectives.
- Coordinated risk management strategies to mitigate operational disruptions effectively.
- Provided guidance and support for problem solving efforts.
- Maintained productive relationships and communication channels across organization.
- Led organizational development changes, enabling organization to better respond and adapt to industry and market changes.
- Developed and refined short- and long-term strategies to drive growth and profitability.
VP of Ethics, Compliance and Governance
Grand Isle Shipyard, LLC
Galliano
06.2022 - 12.2024
- Directed strategic initiatives to enhance organizational effectiveness and operational efficiency.
- Maintained relationships with key stakeholders by attending meetings and responding promptly to inquiries or requests for information.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors for services, products and supplies.
- Advised senior executives on approaches for resolving complex issues impacting operations.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop and implement business plans.
- Managed budgets and resource allocation to support company objectives and projects.
- Fostered relationships with key stakeholders to ensure alignment on strategic goals.
- Analyzed market trends to identify opportunities for growth and innovation.
- Oversaw talent development programs to enhance leadership skills within the organization.
- Led organizational change efforts to adapt to evolving industry demands and challenges.
- Facilitated executive meetings to drive decision-making and strategic planning processes.
- Developed and executed strategic plans to support the vision of the organization.
- Identified problems and implemented solutions to better streamline operations.
- Collaborated with executive team members on major decisions regarding company-wide initiatives.
Director of Human Resources / Benefits Director
Grand Isle Shipyard, LLC
Galliano
08.2013 - 06.2022
- Developed and implemented HR policies to align with company goals.
- Managed recruitment processes to attract top talent for various positions.
- Facilitated employee training programs to enhance skills and knowledge.
- Oversaw performance management systems to evaluate employee contributions.
- Led diversity initiatives to foster an inclusive workplace culture.
- Collaborated with leadership on strategic workforce planning and development.
- Administered employee benefits programs to ensure comprehensive support offerings.
- Ensured compliance with labor laws and regulations across all HR functions.
- Counseled managers on disciplinary actions when necessary.
- Investigated incidents of workplace harassment or discrimination complaints.
- Founded an employee 501c3 charitable organization with over $500k raised in less than 3 years.
Office Manager/Licensed Producer
Gallagher Benefit Services
Houma
01.2009 - 08.2013
- Manage daily operations of the company and the support staff.
- Responsible for acquiring new business as well as group insurance renewals.
- In charge of billing and claims processing for each employer.
- Extensive knowledge of employee benefits and plan designs.
- Experience with payroll, budgeting, cost containment and marketing analysis and all aspects of employee benefit insurance.
- Responsible for client training and benefit implementation.
Assistant Donor Care Supervisor
United Blood Services
Thibodaux
06.2006 - 12.2008
- In charge of promotions to help increase the community’s donor base.
- Performed phlebotomy on donors and specialized in automated procedures.
- Visited patients at local hospital to educate them on blood usage and replacement.
- Responsible for management of the blood bank including reaching and maintaining monthly product/procedure goals, staff scheduling and staff training.
- Responsible for employee recruitment and training.
Human Resources/Payroll Director
B & G Food Enterprises
Morgan City
01.2005 - 03.2006
- Responsible for processing payroll for 51 Taco Bell/KFC operations.
- Extensive knowledge of human resource processes and laws.
- Responsible for HR duties including new hires and employee orientations.
- Led Management recruitment efforts which included salary negotiations.
- Responsible for background checks and verifying each candidate through several database verification programs.
- Completed hiring packets daily for all new hires.
Education
Life Insurance Studies -
ISTL
Kenner07.2009
Bachelor of Arts -
Nicholls State University
Thibodaux05.2002
High School Diploma -
Morgan City High School
Morgan City05.1999
Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Media Relations
- Project Management
- Vendor negotiation
- Change management
- Effective communication
- Mergers & Acquisitions
- Regulatory Compliance
- Training and Development
- Employee Benefits
- Team Leadership
- Risk Management
- HR Operations
- Conflict resolution
References
Available upon request.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Fractional Chief Operating Officer
Soaring Solutions, LLC
01.2025 - Current
VP of Ethics, Compliance and Governance
Grand Isle Shipyard, LLC
06.2022 - 12.2024
Director of Human Resources / Benefits Director
Grand Isle Shipyard, LLC
08.2013 - 06.2022
Office Manager/Licensed Producer
Gallagher Benefit Services
01.2009 - 08.2013
Assistant Donor Care Supervisor
United Blood Services
06.2006 - 12.2008
Human Resources/Payroll Director
B & G Food Enterprises
01.2005 - 03.2006
Life Insurance Studies -
ISTL
Bachelor of Arts -
Nicholls State University
High School Diploma -
Morgan City High School