Elena L King, MBA, SHRM-CP
Grand Prairie,TX
Summary
Forward-thinking HR executive with over 15 years of progressive experience building scalable, mission-driven cultures across organizations. Known for navigating high-growth environments with agility, compassion, and an unwavering commitment to people-centered leadership. Skilled in blending strategy with execution, crafting inclusive policies, and transforming workplaces into growth engines.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Business/Project Consultant
The Gee Cee Company, Inc. (Commercial Construction)
01.2024 - Current
- Commercial General Contractor in SE Region of the US; and led Operations. Performed as Business Development and Project Manager for various projects, mobilizing job sites with employees, materials and equipment, contract compliance, ensured all subcontractors were licensed, bonded and insured and properly certified in OSHA and HSE standards.
- Recruited to create Human Resources department, developed policies and procedures, internal training program for field employees, and introduced best practices into operations while managing all HR related functions for workforce of 500+ employees throughout four (4) states (Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama).
- Manage office and HR staff of eight (8) employees in Texas, Alabama and Louisiana
- Executed DEIB programs that led to a 35% increase in underrepresented talent hires in technical roles
- Performs as compliance officer for contracting, bonding, licensing and insurance for all subcontractors
- Created safety program and incentives for field employees
- Ensures all employees and subcontractors maintained HSE training including First Aid
- Spearheaded a new performance management process that increased internal mobility by 40%
- Trusted advisor to Executive Leadership and Board of Directors
- Led project planning and execution for commercial construction initiatives, ensuring compliance with industry regulations.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance project delivery timelines and client satisfaction.
- Developed comprehensive project scopes and budgets, aligning resources with strategic objectives.
- Analyzed project performance data to identify areas for process improvement and risk mitigation strategies.
- Facilitated client meetings to gather requirements, present updates, and address concerns effectively.
- Managed vendor relationships to optimize procurement processes and ensure timely material delivery.
- Delivered high-quality project results by consistently adhering to established standards and protocols.
- Implemented quality control measures that improved project outcomes and minimized rework instances.
- Built strong relationships with clients through effective communication and understanding their needs, promoting repeat business opportunities.
- Developed project plans and schedules to set clear expectations, resulting in improved team productivity.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers to secure favorable terms while maintaining budgetary constraints.
- Allocated work among team members and provided guidance.
- Collaborated with various departments to ensure seamless integration of project components into existing systems or processes when required.
HR Manager, Strategic Business Partners
Ryan, LLC (Financial Services)
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Fully and highly visible, hands-on, client-focused business partner responsible for partnering with the leadership on strategic initiatives regarding lines of business, quarterly and annual budget forecasting, workforce planning, employee relations, talent management, performance management, talent acquisition and merit and compensation planning.
- Constructed and implemented action plans to address areas of deficiency from engagement surveys
- Offshoring of multiple ‘hard to fill’ positions, creating savings of over $147K
- Performed as Project leader for M&A organizations; reduced timeline of integration activities and creating positive work environment and engagement of new team members
- Partnered with COO and legal immigration protocols, leading successful visa sponsorships and green card filings for 20+ team members
- Lead internal investigations regarding theft, identifying and reducing cost by over $227K
- Collaborated with internal legal counsel to process sponsorship for immigrant employees for service lines in international subsidiaries, including Canada, and India
Senior Manager, Human Resources Business Partners
Altice USA (Telecommunications/Technology)
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Innovative business partner who collaborated with business leaders to develop and implement people strategy and change management initiatives. Leveraged and influenced by utilizing HR expertise, communication skills, strong analytical capabilities, and the skillset for encouraging teamwork.
- Conducted market surveys and updated market ranges of three business units utilized to retain talent: reduced attrition by 24% in six months (3 months sooner than timeline)
- Collaborated with leadership teams to train and conduct talent reviews to ensure full efficiency of those in roles to meet and maintain client expectations (increased satisfaction score by 12% in 3-month time period).
- Created centralized HR policies implemented across 6 business units with measurable improvements in employee engagement
- Provided strategic guidance to executive team on talent development and organizational design
- Partnered with COO and legal immigration protocols, leading successful visa sponsorships and green card filings for 20+ team members
- Created focus groups and action plans to address areas of deficiencies on engagement surveys; increased scores by 17% over 12-month period.
- Launched onboarding experience redesign, reducing ramp-up time by 50%
- Developed more efficient processes to implement promotions and internal transfers.
- Developed strategic initiatives to drive business growth, aligning departmental goals with organizational objectives.
- Led cross-functional teams to implement process improvements, enhancing operational efficiency and reducing costs.
- Mentored and trained HR Generalists and Coordinators, fostering leadership skills and promoting a culture of continuous improvement.
Senior Leader, Human Resources Business Partners
Dealertrack Technologies, a Cox Auto Brand (Technology/Software)
01.2013 - 01.2021
- Trusted and influential advisor with success at implementing and facilitating Leadership Development programs, Workforce Planning, Organizational Development and Restructuring, Strategic Leadership, Compensation Planning, Conflict Resolution, Employee Engagement and Retention, Performance Management, Budget and Forecasting across all levels of the organization. Hired by Dealertrack Technologies (publicly traded organization, acquired by CAI in 2015) to support post-acquisition activities and integration of seven (7) locations across the enterprise.
- Created and facilitated leadership development training program for leaders in Operations and Client Training teams.
- Collaborated with executive leadership and compensation teams to create career levels to retain and attract talent, reduced attrition by 36% over 18-month period.
- Designed and facilitated organizational wide leadership development programs to prepare current and emerging/next-generation leaders and executives
- Supported Operations leadership to create centralized training team to maintain compliant procedures on state of Louisiana registration documentation, yielding 17% less error ratio per quarter and reducing necessity for quarterly audits.
- Led change management during acquisition and integration of a 200-person robotics firm
- Championed initiatives that prioritized psychological safety, resulting in a 27% improvement in engagement survey scores
- Embedded DEIB values into daily operations through inclusive recruiting, training, and rewards programs
- Oversaw compliance strategy, ensuring full adherence to federal, state, and local employment laws—especially California-specific regulations
- Managed HR and Talent Acquisition staff of four (4) in Connecticut, Georgia and Louisiana.
- Analyzed market trends to drive strategic planning and identify new business opportunities.
- Led cross-functional teams to develop and implement strategic initiatives enhancing operational efficiency.
- Mentored all levels of the leadership teams, fostering professional growth and improving team performance metrics.
Education
Master of Science - Organizational Leadership
Southern New Hampshire University
Manchester, New Hampshire07.2017
MBA - Human Resources Management
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN11.2007
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management
Dillard University
New Orleans, LA05.2003
Skills
- Executive Leadership Development
- Organizational Design & Effectiveness
- DEIB Strategy & Implementation
- HR Systems & Data Integrity
- Workforce Planning
- Talent Management
- People Operations
- Full Cycle Employee Relations (Investigations and Performance)
- Performance Management
- Total Rewards (Benefits, ADA, FLSA, Leave of Absence, Compensation)
- Learning & Development (L&D)
- Change Management & Culture Building
- Multi-state Labor Law and Compliance (including California)
- Risk Management
- HRIS Systems (SAP, PeopleSoft, ADP, Success Factors, Workday, Oracle)
- Tableau and Adaptive Planning
- Proficient use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams)
- Data Analytics and Reporting
Accomplishments
- Achieved Integration project 5 months ahead of schedule by collaborating with COEs and Executive Leaders of transition and termination of benefits, retirement accounts and service contracts with clients.
- Achieved improvement of Engagement Survey scores by partnering with Leaders and facilitating focus groupsand effectively creating action plans.
- Achieved creating and facilitating Leadership Development training for all levels in the organization by focusing on soft skills and competencies.
- Supervised team of eight (8) office, field and remote staff members.
- Collaborated with internal Legal Counsel in the development of Immigration processes and DEI initiatives.
Affiliations
- Toastmasters
- Society of Human Resource Management
Certification
- SHRM-CP (Certified Professional), Society for Human Resource Management
- Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the Workplace, University of South Florida
- Human Resources Management Certificate, Southern New Hampshire University
- Change Management/Leading Change, Prosci
- School of Construction Management certificate, Turner Construction
Timeline
Business/Project Consultant
The Gee Cee Company, Inc. (Commercial Construction)
01.2024 - Current
HR Manager, Strategic Business Partners
Ryan, LLC (Financial Services)
01.2023 - 01.2024
Senior Manager, Human Resources Business Partners
Altice USA (Telecommunications/Technology)
01.2021 - 01.2022
Senior Leader, Human Resources Business Partners
Dealertrack Technologies, a Cox Auto Brand (Technology/Software)
01.2013 - 01.2021
Master of Science - Organizational Leadership
Southern New Hampshire University
MBA - Human Resources Management
Walden University
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management
Dillard University
Additional Highlights
- Member, Society for Human Resources Management
- Volunteer Coordinator, Douglass Visions Committee, Plano, TX
- Volunteer, Frisco Family Services, Frisco, TX