Kandice Henderson
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Dynamic Organizational Development Manager with a proven track record at Deanar Consulting and GSG Security, enhancing workforce alignment and fostering diversity. Expert in coaching and mentoring, operational excellence, and implementing innovative performance management systems. Achieved significant improvements in talent management and employee engagement through strategic problem-solving and attention to detail. Expertise includes in applying to core aspects and strategic approaches of organizational psychology to amplify HR, administrative and leadership success. Experienced in developing policies and organizational strategies based on data-driven approaches. Excellent interpersonal and conflict management skills.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Organizational Development Manager
Deanar Consulting
07.2023 - Current
- Implemented innovative performance management systems, resulting in more accurate evaluations and improved goal-setting practices.
- Designed customized onboarding programs for new hires, ensuring a seamless transition into the organization.
- Strengthened leadership capabilities within the organization by developing targeted coaching programs for managers.
- Fostered diversity and inclusion within the workplace by implementing educational workshops and inclusive policies.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to design and implement effective talent management strategies.
- Devised and optimized human resources processes, practices and program initiatives.
- Developed and improved hiring and recruitment strategies to optimize workforce.
- Conducted presentations on research findings for clients or at research meetings.
- Completed interviews with potential employees to identify strengths, weakness and potential problems.
Organizational Development Manager
GSG Security
08.2020 - 07.2023
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to design and implement effective talent management strategies.
- Achieved greater workforce alignment by revising job descriptions to accurately reflect roles and responsibilities.
- Facilitated conflict resolution among employees, promoting open dialogue, mutual understanding, and productive working relationships.
- Conducted thorough needs assessments to identify areas of improvement in organizational development efforts.
- Enhanced employee performance by implementing new training programs and organizational strategies.
- Designed customized onboarding programs for new hires, ensuring a seamless transition into the organization.
Human Resources Generalist
GSG Security
08.2020 - 08.2021
- Actively participated in recruitment drives and job fairs representing company's values and vision while attracting qualified candidates.
- Updated key human resource metrics on turnover and terminations using reporting tools on HRMS database.
- Ensured legal compliance by staying current with federal and state regulations, reducing potential risks to the company.
- Developed and built internal and external relationships with project teams, department managers and consultant teams to improve delivery of HR services.
- Implemented and supervised orientation procedures for new hires.
- Handled new-hire orientation and basic recruiting tasks for best-in-class talent identification.
- Reduced employee turnover by creating a comprehensive onboarding program for new hires.
- Developed and implemented onboarding and orientation programs for new employees.
- Partnered with departmental managers to ascertain hiring needs and subsequently provide candidate recommendations.
Education
Master of Arts - Industrial And Organizational Psychology
Touro University Worldwide
Los Alamitos, CA03.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Tuskegee University
Tuskegee, AL05.2019
Skills
- Operational Excellence
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Training facilitation
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Ethics and Compliance
- Problem-Solving
- Multitasking
- Attention to Detail
- Decision-Making
- Human Resources Support
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Market Research
Timeline
Organizational Development Manager
Deanar Consulting
07.2023 - Current
Organizational Development Manager
GSG Security
08.2020 - 07.2023
Human Resources Generalist
GSG Security
08.2020 - 08.2021
Master of Arts - Industrial And Organizational Psychology
Touro University Worldwide
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Tuskegee University
Similar Profiles
Ramanathan VenkatramanRamanathan Venkatraman
Test Manager at GDS Consulting Ernst & Young Global Consulting ServicesTest Manager at GDS Consulting Ernst & Young Global Consulting Services
Gina M. BlissGina M. Bliss
Founder at Penn Family Pharma Consulting, LLC – Bliss Compliance ConsultingFounder at Penn Family Pharma Consulting, LLC – Bliss Compliance Consulting
Anagha PaulAnagha Paul
Managing Partner at Adar Consulting, previously an affiliate of Rise One ConsultingManaging Partner at Adar Consulting, previously an affiliate of Rise One Consulting
Grace BonafedeGrace Bonafede
TV Talent Assistant to Andrew Kurland at Creative Artists Agency (CAA)TV Talent Assistant to Andrew Kurland at Creative Artists Agency (CAA)
Christian PalmerChristian Palmer
Manager at Mr. T RestaurantManager at Mr. T Restaurant