Michael L. Shaw
Summary
Accomplished Human Resources Executive with 20+ years of progressive experience leading full scale human resources operations. Well-versed in employment laws, talent development/management, talent acquisition, succession planning, performance management, compensation and benefits program management. Seasoned expert at protecting company interests and building successful office culture to promote employee retention and performance.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Human Resources Senior Vice President
Morris and Dickson
Shreveport, Louisiana
07.2023 - Current
- Strategic leader and trusted advisor, reporting directly to the CEO, partnering with senior executives to build out the in-house HR function
- Developed and executed full-scale HR processes, policies and philosophy to become more contemporary. Areas of focus include talent acquisition, talent management and development, compensation and benefits structure, succession planning, employee engagement.
- Select and develop talent within the HR function as well as strategic, leadership roles
- Partnered with key stakeholders to ensure priorities and focus were aligned with organizational objectives, bringing value to the enterprise.
- Provided leadership and direction in all areas of human resources, including employee relations, compensation and benefits, training and development, safety and health.
- Selected and led implementation of a new HRIS solution
Head of Human Resources
Fairway Lawns, Division of Morgan Stanley P.E.
Little Rock, Arkansas
08.2021 - 07.2023
- Head of HR responsible for all HR Operations spanning 48 locations across 15 states (and growing)
- Strategic leader and trusted advisor, reporting directly to the CEO, partnering with senior executives to build out the in-house HR function that has historically been outsourced
- Select and develop talent within the HR function as well as strategic, leadership roles
- Functional M&A Integration Lead to include due diligence, pre and post close items and initiatives
- Build and execute a Value Creation Plan (VCP) to support the enterprise at scale
- Responsible for managing the RFP process and implementation of a new HRIS solution
- Reporting and presentation to the Board of Directors
- Translate HR strategy into initiatives, metrics and tactical plans
Regional Human Resources Director
Southern Glazer’s Wine and Spirits
01.2015 - 01.2021
- Responsible for all HR Operations in 5 states: Arkansas, Illinois, Louisiana, Oklahoma, Tennessee
- Sourced, identified, selected, managed and developed a high performing, high potential, dynamic team with a track record of unparalleled success
- Partner with COE’s to develop and implement best practices
- Talent Management, Talent Acquisition, Employee Relations and Engagement
- Support Regional, Executive Leadership Team
- Manage all initiatives and employee relations for a market size of 2,500+ ee’s
Human Resources Business Partner
Cardinal Health
Sherwood, AR
01.2008 - 01.2015
- Responsible for all HR Operations for two Customer Service Centers totaling 1000 team members
- Manage Governmental affairs to include EEOC & DOL
- Responsible for all employee relations to include incentive programs, reward and recognition, EPPIC Award program and Team Spirit Awards
- Policy writing and presentation
- Partner with senior leaders on strategic initiatives
- Responsible for Talent Management and Succession Planning
- Serve as a liaison to the site Vice President to ensure consistency and positive trending within the site
- Represent the company in public/community relations activities to promote brand excellence, The Arkansas State Chamber Congressional fly-in in Washington D.C.
Human Resources/Safety/Environmental Director
Arkansas Aluminum Alloys
Hot Springs, AR
01.2005 - 01.2008
Regional Human Resources Manager
PRG-Schultz
Bentonville, Arkansas
01.2004 - 01.2005
Human Resources Manager, •Distribution Manager, •Supervisor
Tyson Foods Inc
Springdale, Arkansas
01.1997 - 01.2004
Specialist, Communications and Signal Specialist
United States Army
01.1992 - 01.1997
Education
Trinity University
San Antonio, TXSkills
- Employee engagement
- Organizational Development
- Succession Planning
- Employee Relations
- Human Capital Management
- Leadership coaching
- Recruitment Strategies
- Talent management
- Benefits Administration
- Labor Relations
- Dispute Mediation
- Labor negotiations
- Leadership Development
- Contract Negotiation
- HRIS technologies
- Decision-Making
- Executive Recruiting
- Human Resources Operations
Certification
- SPHR/SCP certification
- Leadership Arkansas Graduate
- Leadership and Professional Certification, Tyson Leadership College
- Lean Six Sigma green belt
Timeline
Human Resources Senior Vice President
Morris and Dickson
07.2023 - Current
Head of Human Resources
Fairway Lawns, Division of Morgan Stanley P.E.
08.2021 - 07.2023
Regional Human Resources Director
Southern Glazer’s Wine and Spirits
01.2015 - 01.2021
Human Resources Business Partner
Cardinal Health
01.2008 - 01.2015
Human Resources/Safety/Environmental Director
Arkansas Aluminum Alloys
01.2005 - 01.2008
Regional Human Resources Manager
PRG-Schultz
01.2004 - 01.2005
Human Resources Manager, •Distribution Manager, •Supervisor
Tyson Foods Inc
01.1997 - 01.2004
Specialist, Communications and Signal Specialist
United States Army
01.1992 - 01.1997
Trinity University
- SPHR/SCP certification
- Leadership Arkansas Graduate
- Leadership and Professional Certification, Tyson Leadership College
- Lean Six Sigma green belt
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