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Lisa Stout
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Lisa Stout

Ridgeland,SC

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: Open to discussion

Desired Job Title

Analyst/Project Manager/Human ResourcesOrganizational Development ConsultantRecruitment Manager

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

RemoteHybrid
Location: Savannah, GAHilton Head Island, SCBluffton, SC
Open to relocation: Yes

Salary Range

$75000/yr - $200000/yr

Important To Me

Work from home optionCompany CulturePaid time offCareer advancement

Summary

Professional Qualifications Dependable professional with track record of success in field, attention to detail and proactive mindset. Seeks opportunities to improve processes and workflows for team benefit. Conscientious, hardworking and excels at multitasking in fast-paced environments.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

Analyst/Project Manager/Human Resources

Manatee IT
Bradenton, FL
01.2022 - Current
  • Coordinate project management in Jira, leading international programmers to interface with clients and accelerate project development to ensure deadlines are met.
  • Develop reports to communicate findings to stakeholders effectively.
  • Create presentations for management and client meetings.
  • Lead meetings with internal team members, consultants and contractors.
  • Collaborate with teams to identify process improvements for efficiency.
  • Facilitated onboarding for new employees, guiding them through company policies and procedures to enhance their integration.
  • Researched and recommended HRIS systems to streamline employee data management and improve HR operations.
  • Researched and recommended medical insurance programs, aligning options with employee needs and company benefits strategy.
  • Process payroll, workers compensation and unemployment.
  • Participate in professional development opportunities to stay current with industry trends and technologies.

Director of Human Resources

The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa
Hilton Head, USA
01.2000 - 01.2007
  • Directed and managed the human resources department in a 412-room resort.
  • Increased ASI survey score from 77.8 to 84.1 by implementing numerous associate recognition and training programs.
  • Developed and conducted training seminars and workshops for management and hourly staff.
  • Developed and delivered training seminars for General Managers with Starwood, collaborating with corporate trainers.
  • Conducted competitive analysis and selected insurance carriers (health, dental), resulting in $250,000 in savings.
  • Reduced return to work time by 20% for all workers’ compensation claims.
  • Administered and implemented 120-worker seasonal labor pool, handling H2-B seasonal paperwork and coordinating housing and transportation.

Director of Human Resources

The Cypress Club
Hilton Head, USA
01.1998 - 01.2000
  • Established and led first human resources department at Cypress Club, aligning HR strategies with organizational goals.
  • Successfully increased staffing levels from 150 to 300 employees in one year.
  • Developed and analyzed employee opinion survey, providing actionable insights for improving workplace culture and engagement.
  • Conducted cost comparison and selected insurance providers (health, LTD, dental) to optimize employee benefits and reduce expenses.
  • Wrote new policy manual and held training sessions for all employees on new policies.
  • Researched and implemented drug testing and criminal background checks.

Human Resources Manager

The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa
Hilton Head, USA
01.1996 - 01.1998
  • Managed recruitment efforts, increasing seasonal labor pool by 30% to meet operational demands.
  • Designed and implemented training programs for associates and management, enhancing employee skills and knowledge.
  • Planned, coordinated, and administered team trainer program to educate new hires consistently.
  • Developed training manuals for entire resort.
  • Supported Director of Human Resources in managing daily operations and administration of HR functions for 500 staff, served as acting director for 6 months.

Organizational Development Consultant

Cigna HealthCare
Nashville, USA
01.1994 - 01.1996
  • Reduced operating staff by 20% and operating budget by $500,000.
  • Provided cost/benefit analysis for all positions, integrating workflow and financial data to inform strategic decisions.
  • Developed internal metrics for 200+ positions to enhance performance evaluation.
  • Conducted, developed, delivered, and managed corporate university training program.
  • Conducted, developed, and trained over 40 different facilities.
  • Conducted detailed data entry to capture work functions and flow across the organization for improved operational insights.

Management Development Consultant

Cracker Barrel Corporate Office
Lebanon, USA
01.1992 - 01.1994
  • Designed, coordinated, and facilitated training programs for U.S. managers on leadership, motivation, behavioral interviewing, conflict management, guest services, stress management, setting goals and objectives, effective communication, and time management, enhancing managerial skills and team dynamics.
  • Designed, coordinated, and analyzed annual interpretive results for National Employee Opinion Survey (1992-1994), performing data entry in SPSS and developing programs to interpret results, informing organizational development strategies.
  • Developed strategic plans to enhance operational efficiency at Cracker Barrel.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams on new menu development and marketing initiatives.
  • Analyzed customer feedback to inform product improvements and service enhancements.

Education

MA - Industrial/Organizational Psychology

Middle Tennessee University
01.1993

BA - Psychology

Marshall University
01.1990

Skills

  • HRIS systems management
  • Payroll administration
  • Talent acquisition
  • Onboarding processes
  • Process improvement
  • Project management
  • Data visualization
  • JIRA project tracking
  • Root-cause analysis
  • Data validation
  • Problem solving
  • Client management
  • Team leadership
  • Change management
  • Microsoft Office proficiency
  • Staff development
  • Communication skills

Achievements And Affiliations

  • Society of Human Resource Management
  • American Society of Training and Development
  • Green Belt, Six Sigma

Timeline

Analyst/Project Manager/Human Resources

Manatee IT
01.2022 - Current

Director of Human Resources

The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa
01.2000 - 01.2007

Director of Human Resources

The Cypress Club
01.1998 - 01.2000

Human Resources Manager

The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa
01.1996 - 01.1998

Organizational Development Consultant

Cigna HealthCare
01.1994 - 01.1996

Management Development Consultant

Cracker Barrel Corporate Office
01.1992 - 01.1994

MA - Industrial/Organizational Psychology

Middle Tennessee University

BA - Psychology

Marshall University

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