Morgan Neems Tomack
Huntington Station,NY
Summary
Dynamic HR and People Operations leader with SHRM-SCP certification and 11+ years of progressive experience leading strategic people initiatives for growing organizations across multi-state and global environments. Expertise in workforce strategy, employee relations, talent management, total rewards, compliance, organizational development, and culture building. Trusted advisor to executive leadership teams, known for aligning people strategies with business objectives, driving operational excellence, and creating warm, engaging employee experiences that support rapidly scaling organizations.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Human Resources Director
Friedman Vartolo LLP
Garden City, NY
10.2024 - Current
- Scaled people operations to support rapid organizational growth from 200 to 350+ employees, building HR infrastructure, processes, and programs to meet the demands of a fast-growing law firm.
- Architected and launched the firm's first comprehensive management training program, designing each module from the ground up and deploying through 360Learning LMS — equipping people managers with foundational coaching, communication, and leadership skills.
- Redesigned the performance management framework from the ground up, introducing structured 30/60/90-day check-ins, mid-year reviews, annual assessments, employee self-evaluations, and SMART goal-setting — creating a culture of continuous feedback and accountability.
- Revitalized the firm's accelerated management program for high-potential rising stars, elevating curriculum to develop advanced management capability and professional skills for the firm's next generation of leaders.
- Directed HR strategy, operations, and compliance across a multi-state hybrid workforce spanning 15 states and 5 offices, ensuring regulatory compliance and mitigating organizational risk.
- Developed and governed HR policies, programs, and practices aligned with organizational objectives and evolving employment laws.
- Leveraged workforce analytics and key performance metrics to inform executive decision-making, workforce planning, retention, and talent strategies.
- Served as senior advisor on employee relations, workplace investigations, performance management, and employment risk mitigation.
Human Resources Director
Portledge
Locust Valley, NY
01.2021 - 10.2024
- Tackled significant employee relations exposure; resolved multiple active legal matters and sensitive workplace investigations while rebuilding organizational trust and stabilizing the workforce.
- Drove measurable improvements in employee retention through the development and execution of comprehensive people and culture strategies targeting engagement, equity, and belonging.
- Bridged a longstanding cultural and operational divide between professional staff and service populations (maintenance and custodial), creating equitable policies, accessible communications, and inclusive programming across all employee groups.
- Redesigned employee policies through an equity and accessibility lens, ensuring consistent application across exempt and non-exempt populations.
- Partnered with legal counsel to manage employment litigation, regulatory risk, and compliance exposure, significantly reducing organizational liability.
- Led full-cycle recruitment with a focus on reducing time-to-fill and diversifying candidate pipelines across academic, administrative, and facilities roles.
- Designed and delivered leadership and employee development programs, strengthening management capability and internal growth pathways.
- Executed annual people processes including compensation reviews, performance assessments, PIPs, and high-potential succession planning.
- Co-led DEI and anti-racist employment initiatives, embedding equity practices into hiring, policy, and culture programming.
- Administered payroll, benefits, leave, and accommodations for a mixed exempt/non-exempt workforce, ensuring local, state, and federal compliance.
HR Business Partner / Senior HR Generalist
Air Techniques Inc
Melville, NY
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Delivered strategic HR partnership for a multinational workforce of 200+ employees across the U.S., Canada, Mexico, and Europe, including union and non-union populations.
- Mentored HR team members and supported the development of people-focused programs and practices.
- Led talent acquisition, workforce planning, onboarding, and retention initiatives to support business growth.
- Championed employee engagement and DEI initiatives, enhancing culture and employee experience.
- Managed complex employee relations matters, workplace investigations, performance management, and conflict resolution.
- Served as a strategic partner on labor relations, collective bargaining, and contract administration activities.
- Designed and facilitated leadership development and management training programs.
- Oversaw payroll, benefits, leave administration, and employee wellness programs.
- Supported mergers and acquisitions, organizational change, workforce reductions, and transition planning initiatives.
Human Resources Administrator
IVCi, LLC
Hauppauge, NY
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Served as the lead HR partner for a 200+ employee, multi-state hybrid workforce, overseeing employee relations, talent acquisition, benefits, and compliance.
- Established and led employee wellness and engagement initiatives to strengthen organizational culture and employee experience.
- Managed benefits, leave administration, payroll, and HRIS operations, ensuring compliance, accuracy, and operational efficiency.
- Partnered on the development and implementation of HR policies, procedures, and employee handbook updates.
- Led full-cycle recruitment, onboarding, and workforce planning efforts to support organizational growth.
- Developed and administered performance management and training programs to enhance employee performance, leadership effectiveness, and regulatory compliance.
Human Resources Coordinator
Compass Workforce Solutions
Deer Park, NY
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Provided HR and workforce support to clients ranging from 50 to 600+ employees across multiple industries, including talent acquisition, benefits administration, payroll, and compliance.
- Managed recruitment activities, employee onboarding, and workforce support initiatives to meet client staffing needs.
- Supported HR operations through benefits administration, HRIS management, payroll processing, and employee training programs.
Education
Master of Science - Human Resource Management
Stony Brook University
Stony Brook, NY06-2017
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology & Writing
Stony Brook University
Stony Brook, NY01-2016
Skills
- Strategic HR Leadership: People Strategy Organizational Effectiveness Change Leadership Succession Planning Executive Coaching Employee Relations Crisis & Conflict Resolution
- Compliance & Operations: Multi-State & Global Compliance HR Operations Compensation & Benefits Strategy Leave Administration Payroll Management Policy Governance Employment Risk Mitigation
- Talent Management: Talent Acquisition Performance & Talent Management Learning & Development Leadership Development Employee Engagement Culture Transformation Retention Strategy
- Technology: Workforce AI Tools HRIS/HCM Platforms ATS Benefits Administration Systems Learning Management Systems Performance and Talent Management Systems Data Analytics & Workforce Reporting Solutions
Certification
- SHRM SCP - SHRM Senior Certified Professional
Timeline
Human Resources Director
Friedman Vartolo LLP
10.2024 - Current
Human Resources Director
Portledge
01.2021 - 10.2024
HR Business Partner / Senior HR Generalist
Air Techniques Inc
01.2019 - 01.2021
Human Resources Administrator
IVCi, LLC
01.2017 - 01.2019
Human Resources Coordinator
Compass Workforce Solutions
01.2016 - 01.2017
Master of Science - Human Resource Management
Stony Brook University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology & Writing
Stony Brook University