Danaz Hooker
Brown Deer,WI
Summary
Dynamic Human Resources and business professional with a robust track record in data-driven strategic planning and life skills coaching. Proven ability to drive organizational growth and empower diversity in the workplace. Expertise in talent acquisition, performance management, and implementing HR initiatives that enhance business services and foster a high-performance culture. Skilled in psychosocial rehabilitation, focusing on client empowerment and community resource integration.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Psychosocial Rehabilitation Consultant (Contractor)
MindStar Counseling LLC
Wauwatosa, WI
02.2024 - Current
- - Empower clients with life skills such as budgeting and time management, increasing client self-sufficiency metrics by 20%.
- - Establish partnerships with community resources to improve access to support services.
- - Monitor and adapt rehabilitation plans based on client progress.
- - Facilitate workshops to enhance coping strategies and decision-making.
Human Resources Consultant (Contractor)
MindStar Counseling LLC
Wauwatosa, WI
02.2024 - Current
- - Conduct HR audits to ensure compliance, reducing incidents by 30%.
- - Develop and implement HR policies to enhance workplace culture.
- - Manage full-cycle recruitment, reducing hiring timelines by 25%.
- - Advise on performance management frameworks to boost productivity.
Vice President of Human Resources
Connected Technology Solutions
Menomonee Falls, WI
01.2016 - 02.2024
- - Developed HR strategies improving employee retention by 15%.
- - Led targeted training and performance improvement programs.
- - Directed diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives enhancing satisfaction and collaboration.
- - Collaborated with senior leadership on strategic growth decisions.
- - Oversaw payroll and company insurance plans, maintaining broker relations.
- - Managed a diverse team of over 75 employees, fostering a high-performance culture.
Senior Director of Business Services
Connected Technology Solutions
Menomonee Falls, WI
01.2012 - 12.2016
- - Strengthened stakeholder relationships, boosting customer satisfaction and retention.
- - Promoted proactive problem-solving aligned with customer feedback.
- - Led cross-functional teams to identify new business opportunities, increasing revenue streams.
- - Awarded the 2014 President’s Award for outstanding organizational contributions.
Account Manager
Connected Technology Solutions
Menomonee Falls, WI
07.2009 - 01.2012
- - Built relationships with healthcare decision-makers, contributing to a 40% sales increase.
- - Advocated for customers ensuring high satisfaction and retention rates.
- - Collaborated with technical teams to meet client needs effectively.
Project Assistant
Foley & Lardner
Milwaukee, WI
08.2008 - 07.2009
- - Managed legal records and supported attorneys with documentation.
- - Coordinated litigation document preparation, improving process turnaround times.
Education
Master’s Degree - Healthcare Administration
University of Phoenix
01-2026
Bachelor of Arts - Human Resources Management
Ashford University
San Diego, CA09-2019
Skills
- - Psychosocial Rehabilitation: Developing rehabilitation plans; facilitating independent living skills
- - Strategic HR Management: Aligning HR strategies with business goals
- - Data-Driven Decision Making: Using analytics to improve performance
- - Leadership & Team Building: Leading diverse teams; fostering collaboration
- - Talent Acquisition & Management: Designing effective recruitment processes
- - Employee Development: Delivering training programs for career growth
- - Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: Advocating inclusive workplace cultures
PHILANTHROPIC WORK
- Cynthia's Breast Cancer Giving Circle, Inc., - Habitat for Humanity, - Susan G. Komen Walk/Run, - COA Youth & Family Center Toys for Tots
Timeline
Psychosocial Rehabilitation Consultant (Contractor)
MindStar Counseling LLC
02.2024 - Current
Human Resources Consultant (Contractor)
MindStar Counseling LLC
02.2024 - Current
Vice President of Human Resources
Connected Technology Solutions
01.2016 - 02.2024
Senior Director of Business Services
Connected Technology Solutions
01.2012 - 12.2016
Account Manager
Connected Technology Solutions
07.2009 - 01.2012
Project Assistant
Foley & Lardner
08.2008 - 07.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Human Resources Management
Ashford University
Master’s Degree - Healthcare Administration
University of Phoenix