Mandy Blackford
San Diego,CA
Summary
Multi-talented business leader bringing over 15 years of experience as successful People Leader. Strategic problem solver and change manager. Visionary executive implements plans that meet current and future needs.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Vice President, People & Business Solutions
Cutwater Spirits
San Diego
01.2016 - Current
- Spearheaded the establishment and monumental growth of one of the West Coast's largest distilleries, navigating the transition from an offshoot of Ballast Point to a distinct entity acquired by Anheuser-Busch.
- Built a culture that is high-performing, learning-focused, and driven by a passion for the brand, fostering complete ownership at all levels of the organization.
- Led the development and execution of a comprehensive HR agenda, encompassing leadership training, driving engagement, establishing routines, and overseeing talent management, all in alignment with short-term goals and long-term business objectives.
- Orchestrated strategic staffing initiatives, aligning recruitment and hiring strategies with the overarching business strategy, while meticulously managing the annual People budget cycle.
- Demonstrated resilience and positivity in leading through crisis with agility and effectiveness.
- Cultivated relationships at all organizational levels, from senior leadership to line-level employees, to drive overall talent strategies and effectively solve complex HR issues.
- Provided expert guidance on employment and labor relations matters, conducting thorough investigations and implementing effective resolutions to ensure a harmonious workplace environment.
- Revamped operational processes to optimize employee performance, evolving the business model to achieve heightened productivity and efficiency, and leading the transition from independent high growth to driving sustainable growth within the international organization.
Vice President, Workforce & Business Solutions
Ballast Point Brewing Spirits
San Diego
01.2013 - 01.2016
- Played an essential role in the growth and success of the second largest brewer in San Diego County, leading to its acquisition by Constellation Brands for $1 billion in 2015
- Contributed to the Executive Leadership team, driving the establishment of scalable and efficient workforce and business solutions to support the company's rapid expansion from 115 employees to 900 within three years
- Built the HR department from the ground up, establishing robust HR standards and compliance, implementing comprehensive policies and procedures, introducing a performance management system, and launching crucial training programs like Harassment Prevention.
Education
Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Leadership -
Brandman University
Skills
- Employee Relations
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Talent Acquisition
- Policy Implementation
- Organizational Development
- Training programs
- Succession Planning
- Strategic Planning
- Compliance
- Workforce Planning
- Legal Compliance
Certification
- SPHR
- PHRca
Timeline
Vice President, People & Business Solutions
Cutwater Spirits
01.2016 - Current
Vice President, Workforce & Business Solutions
Ballast Point Brewing Spirits
01.2013 - 01.2016
Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Leadership -
Brandman University
- SPHR
- PHRca
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