Nicole E. Lopez
Mesa,AZ
Summary
Professional HR leader prepared for this role. Demonstrated expertise in talent management, employee relations, and strategic planning, driving organizational success. Strong focus on team collaboration, leadership development, and problem-solving. Adaptable and results-oriented with keen ability to manage changing needs and priorities effectively.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Manager Talent Development
Carvana
Tempe, AZ
2025 - Current
- Served as strategic talent partner to Vice President and Regional Directors.
- Influenced organizational transformation through strategic planning and change management.
- Developed comprehensive talent development strategies aligned with organizational goals.
- Implemented performance management systems to drive employee engagement and retention.
Regional Human Resources Director
Lowe’s
Baltimore, MD
2021 - 2025
- Served as strategic talent partner to Vice President and Regional Directors.
- Influenced organizational transformation through strategic planning and change management.
- Developed comprehensive talent development strategies aligned with organizational goals.
- Implemented performance management systems to drive employee engagement and retention.
Store Director
Target
Phoenix, AZ
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Ensured leadership progression through regular follow-up and customized plans.
- Drove top line sales growth through strategic planning and “best in retail” talent.
- Grew profitability through the proactive management of total store P & L.
- Formulated schedules for 150 to 350 team members to optimize guest experiences during high-demand times.
District Manager
Starbucks
Seattle, WA
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Inspired partners to deliver on Starbucks’ Mission and Values to ensure Best Moments for all partners and customers.
- Contributed to designing and implementing personalized development frameworks for partners.
- Designed staffing plans to build talent pipelines that exceed market expectations and improve outcomes.
- Developed intentional plans to improve performance across the portfolio by elevating the partner and customer experience.
Education
Masters of Business Administration - Business Administration
Southern New Hampshire University
Manchester, NH06.2016
Bachelor of Science - Entertainment Business
Full Sail University
Winter Park, FL07.2005
Associate of Science - Show Production And Concert Touring
Full Sail University
07.2003
Skills
- Employee relations
- Organizational development
- Internal communications
- Onboarding and orientation
- Career pathing
- Succession planning
- Retention strategies
- Labor law compliance
- Employee engagement
- Leadership coaching
- Strategic planning
- Training development
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Store Director
Target
01.2019 - 01.2021
District Manager
Starbucks
01.2017 - 01.2019
Senior Manager Talent Development
Carvana
2025 - Current
Regional Human Resources Director
Lowe’s
2021 - 2025
Masters of Business Administration - Business Administration
Southern New Hampshire University
Bachelor of Science - Entertainment Business
Full Sail University
Associate of Science - Show Production And Concert Touring
Full Sail University