EARLISHA LOUIS
Newnan,GA
Summary
Persistent leader eager to lead and grow organizations. Skilled in strategic planning, problem-solving, and communication with good understanding of business principles, project management and team leadership. Collaborative with relentless work ethic.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. Human Resources Business Partner
Elekta Inc
10.2022 - Current
- Support global organization Change Management activities, specifically by leading communication and organizational structure.
- Responsible for implementation of International Assignment Agreements, hiring of local nationals outside of US; enforce adherence to requirements and advise management on required actions impacting payroll for foreign nationals
- Provided updates on HR policy changes to employees to satisfy compliance and state laws
- Met with employees annually for progress reviews and performance assessments
- Support implementation and execution of performance management and career development process
- Executed and created US Internship program
- Devised hiring and recruitment policies for 5000 US-employee company
- Fostered cross-functional relationships to connect managers and employees and improve overall efficiency
- Identified HR training needs and conducted training for employees and leadership while recommending approaches to effect continual improvements in business objectives, productivity, and within company to reach business goals
Chief HR Officer Global
Private Client
01.2018 - 10.2022
- Provide strategic planning and start-up of HR departments for technology, pharmaceutical and logistics companies in private sector
- Oversee EMEA for three organizations as lead HR Executive, spanning 2 continents, along with development and leadership of 40 direct reports and global business functions in excess of 5,000 employees.
- Continually evolve HR Operations strategy increasing effectiveness and efficiency within various business lines by driving increased utilization of global HR systems using end to end employee viewpoint, while reducing operation costs over time and minimizing risk.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive human resources policies and procedures in compliance with applicable federal and state laws
- Facilitated employee relations, benefits administration and performance management initiatives to support workforce needs
- Facilitated successful policy implementation and enforcement to maintain legal and operational compliance
Sr. VP of Human Resources
Haso USA Inc
11.2015 - 01.2018
- Human Resources, Talent and Safety EMEA UK/Japan/China, Japanese Manufacturing Supplier (Clorox)
- As member of senior leadership team, responsible for strategic human resource planning, policies and programs covering benefits, compensation, employee relations, recruiting and retention, and compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws
- Serve as sole leader of EMEA Team and HR leader, Japanese liaison dual reporting to President North America and CEO in Japan, direct support leader of 22 HR team members
- Devise staffing and human resources practices that allowed Haso to achieve average of 9% revenue growth since 2015 with 30% less locations and 14% less employees, yielding improved revenues per location/employee.
- Improve employee workflow productivity by 16% by creating successful merger and acquisition assimilations using effective e organization design, change management and recruitment strategies
- Oversee $119 Million G&A budget annually directing recruitment and administration for US and Japanese roles
- Implement corporate values identified by senior leadership that transformed passive workforce into performance-based workforce that produced more revenues for firm and more income for themselves
- Identified compliance risks and took actions necessary to eliminate or minimize risks
- Created compliance culture within organization and foster environment where employees feel comfortable reporting potential violations or misconduct
- Conduct annual learning needs assessment and make recommendations for professional development for individuals and work groups
- Manage Performance Management procedures from Coaching and Counseling, Performance Reviews, and Professional Development
- Develop and facilitate workshops and make presentations as required.
Sr. Director of Human Resources
Uniselect
12.2014 - 08.2015
- Resources & Talent US and Canada, (Domestic and International Auto Parts)
- Orchestrated daily HR functions supporting 550 employees with three HR generalists and served as Executive HR Business partner for Sales & Marketing, Operations and Engineering
- Streamlined talent management, leadership development and performance-based compensation processes across sales and marketing teams in 120 field stores in US and Canada
- Improve employee workflow productivity by 16% by creating successful merger and acquisition assimilations using effective organization design, change management and recruitment strategies.
- Directed design and execution of business transformation initiatives to drive performance, profit optimization and growth opportunities.
- Drove strategic improvements to enhance operational and organizational efficiencies
- Directed design and execution of business transformation initiatives to drive performance, profit optimization and growth opportunities
Sr. Regional Director of Human Resources & Talent US
Alorica
04.2014 - 12.2014
- Trusted coach, HR Advisor, and key business partner to 12-member executive leadership team, providing consultation on all employee and labor relations cases for region of 22 contact centers and 1,800+ staff
- Headed all HR processes for 14 direct reports
- Ensured regulatory compliance, data reporting and analysis
- Led and resolved investigations into employee relations claims.
- Directed each phase of hiring process, encompassing employment verification, employee relations investigations, criminal background checks and onboarding
- Coordinated and worked with management on performance evaluations, supervisory practices, dispute resolution, and employee accountability
- Collaborated on hiring and training of new employees, professional growth of staff and team building and motivation
- Maintained human resources regulatory compliance with local, state and federal laws
- Maintained optimal staffing levels by tracking vacancies and initiating recruitment and interview processes to identify qualified candidates
Regional Human Resources & Talent Leader
FedEx
06.2012 - 08.2014
- Responsible for, Leadership in 10 states throughout South and Northeast of US
- Developed and trained 16 HR Representatives/Assistants in Hubs that ranged between 100-500 per hub (4k total population) non-exempt employees and roughly 10-30 exempt (200 total population) employees.
- Developed training and talent management tools to ensure succession n planning of current and future roles
- Project Manager for LMS setup (Skillsoft); Project Manager HRIS (PeopleSoft)
- Manage recruitment and hiring efforts for all fields exempt and nonexempt personnel, interns, and temporary employees
- Develop staffing strategies and implement plans and programs to identify talent within and outside corporation
- Identify effective external sources for candidates for all levels within organization.
- Developed key HR data analytics reporting to identify areas for improvement to drive down costs and time hire while enhancing employee engagement
- Drove proper compliance and administration on HR policies, procedures, handbook, investigations, and employee relations programs and alignment with organization goals, mission, and strategic vision
- Collaborate with human resources and legal staff throughout FedEx Company
- Provide support to leadership in assessing current and future training needs for all levels of employees.
- Assist with identification of development needs of employees and research most efficient and cost-effective way to address those needs using internal and external resources.
- Assist employees in creating professional development plans; Provide individual and group coaching.
Regional VP Human Resources/Store Operations Leader
Walmart
11.2009 - 06.2012
- As the HR and Store Ops Leader to regional team which consisted of 40 Market Human resources Manager over 50 store operations, and over 4k in associates
- Oversee the execution of HR practices, systems, programs, and policies in the region by ensuring effective and timely execution from the regional HR team and HR support functions (i.e., learning and development and labor relations).
- Structured compensation and benefits according to market conditions and budget demands
- Regional compliance with company and legal policies, procedures, and regulations by analyzing and interpreting reports
- Collaborated with stakeholders across organization to maintain proper flow of communication and execution of planned initiatives and projects
- Fostered cross-functional relationships to connect managers and employees and improve overall efficiency
- Spearheaded shared governance and collaboration on employee relations, HR administration, collective bargaining agreements and related HR topics
Chief Administrative Officer
Former City of Buena Ventura
03.2010 - 06.2011
- For city, providing executive leadership and representation on all matters concerning city government.
- Responsible for planning, directing, managing, and reviewing all activities and operations of city; coordinates programs, services, and activities among city departments and outside agencies; ensures financial integrity of municipal organization; represents city’s interests; provides highly responsible and complex policy advice and administrative support to Mayor and City Council
- Comprehensive analyses of wide range of municipal policies; prepare policy and procedural proposals for review and adoption by City Council
- Direct/Oversee/Monitor development and administration of City’s budget; directs forecast of funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; controls expenditures; and keeps City Council fully informed on matters related to financial condition of city.
- Develop and maintain positive working relations with other local governments and state/federal agencies
- Develop and implement capital improvement and strategic plans for a wide range of municipal activities.
VP of Human Resources Store Operations
Movie World
11.2003 - 12.2008
- Spearheaded shared governance and collaboration on employee relations, HR administration, collective bargaining agreements and related HR topics
- Directed hiring and onboarding programs for new employees.
- Conducted investigations and assisted with handling employee complaints involving Affirmative Action and EEOC to promote equitable workplace
- Maintained human resources regulatory compliance with local, state and federal laws.
- Recommended appropriate resolutions to employee relations concerns and handled disciplinary issues and investigations of misconduct.
- Managed other HR staff and oversaw completion of tasks and initiatives.
- Developed succession plans and promotion paths for staff
- Structured compensation and benefits according to market conditions and budget demands
Education
Master of Arts - Public Administration/Organizational Development
Ashford University
San Francisco, CA06.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Human Resources Management
Ashford University
San Francisco, CA11.2012
Skills
- HRIS design and implementation (Workday, ADP, Taleo, Oracle, Bamboo, ICIMS)
- Strategic Planning and Execution
- Mergers and Acquisitions
- Executive Leadership
- Business Process Improvement
- Data Analysis
- Regulatory Compliance
- Succession Planning
- Forecasting and Planning
- Leadership and People Development
- Compensation and benefits design/administration
- Contract Management/Union Avoidance
- Talent Recruitment
Certification
- SHRM-CP - SHRM Certified Professional
- PMP - Project Management Professional
- CFRE- Certified Fundraising Professional
- Six Sigma-Black Belt
- DEIB Certificate
Timeline
Sr. Human Resources Business Partner
Elekta Inc
10.2022 - Current
Chief HR Officer Global
Private Client
01.2018 - 10.2022
Sr. VP of Human Resources
Haso USA Inc
11.2015 - 01.2018
Sr. Director of Human Resources
Uniselect
12.2014 - 08.2015
Sr. Regional Director of Human Resources & Talent US
Alorica
04.2014 - 12.2014
Regional Human Resources & Talent Leader
FedEx
06.2012 - 08.2014
Chief Administrative Officer
Former City of Buena Ventura
03.2010 - 06.2011
Regional VP Human Resources/Store Operations Leader
Walmart
11.2009 - 06.2012
VP of Human Resources Store Operations
Movie World
11.2003 - 12.2008
Master of Arts - Public Administration/Organizational Development
Ashford University
Bachelor of Arts - Human Resources Management
Ashford University
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