Devon Peterika

We have fostered robust partnerships with other businesses, facilitating collaboration and creating significant growth opportunities. Our proactive approach involves identifying and addressing business development challenges and customer concerns swiftly and effectively. To enhance our operations, we have clearly defined company roles and responsibilities, streamlining processes for greater efficiency. Additionally, we've devised strategic operational initiatives that not only drive but also sustain substantial business growth, positioning us for continued success.

Worley is a conglomerate of 51,000 dedicated professionals committed to promoting sustainability in the energy, chemicals, and resources sectors. This diverse team includes consultants, engineers, construction workers, and data scientists, all driven by a passion for tackling complex challenges within these industries. They have effectively supported nearly 10,000 employees across North and South America by addressing specific diversity needs in each country. Notably, Worley has implemented customized diversity programs, addressing unique cultural and social issues to foster a more inclusive and diverse work culture. Their initiatives have yielded impressive results, such as the Women to CEO pipeline talent program, which saw a 9% promotion rate for participants and 24% expecting promotions within eight months, along with 81% taking on increased responsibilities since the program's inception. In response to societal events, Worley designed an education and culture competency program in the United States during the Black Lives Matter movement in 2020. They have also created new standards and policies to support transgender employees during their transition period. Furthermore, Worley actively contributes to advancing awareness, learning, and action planning related to inclusion and diversity through program materials and a collaborative approach with their internal communications team.

DP Square is a specialized consulting agency dedicated to offering HR compliance and training services tailored to the specific requirements of small and mid-size businesses. During my tenure with the organization, I played a pivotal role in designing and implementing a customized performance management system, which yielded an impressive average increase of 25% in employee performance. My unwavering commitment to excellence and the delivery of personalized HR consulting services resulted in an exceptional 80% client retention rate, consistently exceeding client expectations.

Furthermore, I successfully crafted and executed recruitment strategies that effectively reduced employee turnover rates by a notable 20% for our clients. My responsibilities extended to conducting impactful training and coaching sessions for employees, facilitating a significant 15% increase in overall productivity across multiple companies and departments. Additionally, I fostered collaborative partnerships with organizational leaders, employing a consultative approach to proactively identify and address various HR and business-related issues and concerns.

In my role, I also had the privilege of advising executives on best practices for achieving employee growth and productivity goals, consistently contributing to companies' efforts to enhance retention rates and overall performance.

Frontier Nursing University, founded in 1939 as the Frontier School of Midwifery and Family Nursing by the Frontier Nursing Service, is a distinguished private graduate school of nursing based in Kentucky. During my tenure, I had the privilege of co-chairing the Diversity and Inclusion (DNI) committee, where I played a pivotal role in enhancing workplace diversity and inclusion. Additionally, I established a scorecard to align and track the goals of the Nursing Workforce Diversity Program. To ensure compliance with regulations and standardize processes, I successfully implemented a robust training platform, Everfi. My efforts also extended to the development and execution of programs aimed at increasing the student population's diversity. In terms of documentation and record-keeping, I meticulously created and updated both physical records and digital files to maintain accurate and compliant documentation. Working closely with management, I provided valuable assistance in various aspects of business operations. Furthermore, I had the privilege of leading a dedicated team of three professionals in executing special projects and managing daily operations.

With a background in Vans, the original action sports footwear company celebrated for its authenticity and creativity, I provided support to a workforce of 1525 hourly employees and collaborated closely with 223 salaried managers across 105 stores spanning 19 states, including Puerto Rico. My contributions included successfully resolving more than 200 employee grievances and disputes, resulting in a remarkable 30% reduction in employee turnover rates and a substantial improvement in overall employee morale. Additionally, I played a pivotal role in implementing and facilitating training programs and workshops focused on employee relations, leading to a notable 25% increase in employee engagement scores.

Minor in Dance

Dance Ensemble: Choreographer and Dancer

Wildcat Danzer: University Dance Team