Kristin Fiabane
Fort Lauderdale,FL
Summary
Senior Human Resources Leader with a proven track record of driving organizational performance, mitigating risk, and leading high-impact people strategies across fast-paced, multi-state environments. Trusted advisor to executive leadership, known for navigating complex employee relations, strengthening leadership accountability, and aligning HR strategy with business outcomes.
Specializes in workforce leadership, compliance, and culture transformation, bringing structure, clarity, consistency to distributed teams, and implementing scalable systems that support growth and operational stability.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Human Resources Manager
Cruise.com
08.2023 - Current
- Facilitated successful policy implementation and enforcement to maintain legal and operational compliance.
- Maintained company compliance with local, state, and federal laws, in addition to established organizational standards.
- Supported organizational growth through strategic workforce planning, identifying staffing needs and skill gaps to facilitate hiring decisions.
- Optimized benefits administration process by negotiating competitive insurance contracts and streamlining the enrollment process for employees.
- Coordinated professional development opportunities for staff members to enhance their skills and knowledge in various subject areas pertinent to their roles.
- Enhanced company culture by implementing employee engagement strategies, including team-building events and recognition programs.
- Implemented performance management system to align individual goals with company objectives, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Human Resources Manager
Kelly Roach International LLC.
12.2020 - 06.2023
- Managed payroll processing for hundreds of employees, ensuring timely payment while adhering to strict budgetary guidelines.
- Managed employee benefits programs by regularly reviewing offerings to ensure competitiveness within the industry.
- Motivated employees through special events, incentive programs, and constructive feedback.
- Reduced time-to-hire with targeted recruitment efforts, streamlined interview processes, and improved candidate sourcing methods.
- Improved employee retention rates by developing comprehensive onboarding programs and ongoing training initiatives.
- Served as a liaison between management and employees during company-wide initiatives, ensuring clear communication of expectations and objectives.
- Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws by staying current on regulations and updating company policies accordingly.
Human Resources Manager
Altadis USA
01.2017 - 09.2020
- Optimized payroll processing procedures for accuracy and timeliness using advanced software solutions.
- Enhanced employee retention by implementing effective talent management strategies and fostering a positive work environment.
- Facilitated open communication channels between employees and management by conducting regular town hall meetings or roundtable discussions.
- Motivated employees through special events and incentive programs.
- Maintained accurate HR records in compliance with applicable laws, ensuring efficient data retrieval when required.
- Collaborated with executive leadership to align HR initiatives with overall business goals and objectives.
Education
Master of Science - Business Administration And Management
Dowling College
Oakdale05-2008
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education/Psychology
Dowling College
Oakdale05-2005
Skills
- Remote Workforce Strategy & Leadership
- Employee Relations & Conflict Resolution
- ADA, FMLA, Leave Management & Compliance
- Performance Management & Accountability Systems
- Organizational Development & Culture Transformation
- HR Policy Design & Multi-State Compliance
- Leadership Coaching & Manager Effectiveness
- Workforce Planning & Talent Strategy
- Risk Mitigation & Employment Law Alignment
- HR Metrics, Analytics & Data-Driven Decisions
- Change Management & Organizational Stability
- Scalable HR Operations & Process Optimization
Certification
- SHRM-CP - SHRM Certified Professional
- SHRM - Society for Human Resource Management certification
Timeline
Senior Human Resources Manager
Cruise.com
08.2023 - Current
Human Resources Manager
Kelly Roach International LLC.
12.2020 - 06.2023
Human Resources Manager
Altadis USA
01.2017 - 09.2020
Master of Science - Business Administration And Management
Dowling College
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education/Psychology
Dowling College