LAKESHA CUNNINGHAM
Human Resource Professional
Stone Mountain,GA
Summary
Experienced Human Resource Generalist with a Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management. Skilled in many aspects of Human Resources, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations compliance, performance management, and conflict resolution. Passionate about leading initiatives that promote a healthy work environment, including diversity and inclusion. My greatest accomplishment was introducing health and wellness initiatives, including charity walks, wellness challenges, and a solo gym renovation, which significantly enhanced overall employee well-being and satisfaction.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
HR Generalist
Encompass Digital Media
11.2022 - Current
- Mitigate risk by providing guidance to management around employee progressive discipline for 5 North America locations
- Serves as trusted advisor to employees at all levels of organization regarding career development, workplace policies, and conflict resolution
- Partner with departments on hiring needs and talent development initiatives
- Facilitate new hire orientation and onboarding
- Conduct E-Verify checks and audits
- Maintain confidential Human Resource records and files
- Enforce workplace policies and procedures
- Conduct investigations and prepare statements, findings, and reports
- Orchestrate employee events for 600+ employees to continuously boost employee morale
- Assisted with establishment of internship program that provides valuable learning experiences for interns while also creating talent pipeline for full-time hires
- Created dedicated Employee Engagement Committee
- Conduct and maintain termination process
- Created exit interview to evaluate job satisfaction.
HR Coordinator
Encompass Digital Media
11.2022 - 10.2023
- Maintained and organized confidential employee personnel files
- Provided administrative support to Director of Human Resources
- Conducted new hire orientation and onboarding
- Conducted E-Verify checks
- Administered background checks
- Assisted with recruiting process including job posting, screenings, and interview scheduling.
- Assisted with job fairs and recruiting events
- Orchestrated employee events for 600+ employees to boost employee morale
- Assisted with launch of employee incentive program to achieve low turnover rate
- Built and developed lasting relationships with employees, peers, executives, and vendors
HR Coordinator
Atrium Staffing
09.2022 - 11.2022
- Transformed data from physical to electronic
- Maintained employee data and records
- Administered background checks
- Assisted with recruiting process including job posting, screenings, and interview scheduling
- Assisted with administration of annual open enrollment and benefits program.
HR Recruiter
Home Instead
11.2021 - 07.2022
- Aligned candidate profiles with staffing objectives
- Scheduled, coordinated, and conducted interviews
- Extended offers of employment within company procedures
- Facilitated new hire orientation and pre-employment drug screening
- Performed weekly audits on employee files
- Managed semi-monthly payroll for 75+ employees.
- Utilized applicant tracking systems effectively, improving overall efficiency of recruiting process
- Conducted thorough reference checks and background investigations, mitigating potential risks to the company
- Managed full-cycle recruiting processes, resulting in successful placements and employee satisfaction
Co-Owner
Cunningham Freight Line
10.2020 - 12.2022
- Ensured drivers were DOT compliant
- Consistently remained updated with applicable state and federal regulations
- Conducted administrative office duties
- Processed payroll
- Recruited potential staffers
- Performed new hire orientation and onboarding
- Dispatched as needed
- Managed employee benefits by collaborating with insurance partners
Personal Banker/Lead Teller/Teller
Wells Fargo
08.2016 - 11.2021
- Supervised complex financial transactions including check cashing, withdrawals, and deposits
- Managed and tracked branch currency levels, shipments, and deliveries
- Performed skill practices that comply with procedures and risk management
- Referred customers to appropriate financial services and products
- Reinforced fraud prevention daily
- Implemented Wells Fargo research systems daily
- Promoted positive customer service with incoming and outbound calls.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration - Human Resources
Strayer University
Lithonia, GA 08.2017 - 04.2019
Associates of Arts - Business Administration
Strayer University
Lithonia, GA 08.2016 - 08.2017
Associates of Science - Medical Assistant
Keiser University
Fort Lauderdale, FL 01.2010 - 05.2011
Skills
Effective Communication
Microsoft Office
Team building & Leadership Skills
Time Management
Goal Oriented
Analytical Skills
Administration Effectiveness
Policy & Procedure Development
HRIS/ATS
Technology/Clerical Applications
Performance Management
Compliance
Project Management
Conflict Resolution
Employee Relations
Achievements
- Head of Employee Engagement Committee
- Head of Employee Heath and Wellness
- Diversity and Inclusion Champion Award
- Employee Stars Recognition
- Employee Recognition Captain
- Risk Champion Award
- Member of The Order of Eastern Stars
- Frequent volunteer with church ministry
Timeline
HR Generalist
Encompass Digital Media
11.2022 - Current
HR Coordinator
Encompass Digital Media
11.2022 - 10.2023
HR Coordinator
Atrium Staffing
09.2022 - 11.2022
HR Recruiter
Home Instead
11.2021 - 07.2022
Co-Owner
Cunningham Freight Line
10.2020 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Business Administration - Human Resources
Strayer University
08.2017 - 04.2019
Associates of Arts - Business Administration
Strayer University
08.2016 - 08.2017
Personal Banker/Lead Teller/Teller
Wells Fargo
08.2016 - 11.2021
Associates of Science - Medical Assistant
Keiser University
01.2010 - 05.2011
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