Nicole Etheridge
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Results-driven leader with strong background in strategic management and organizational growth. Skilled in developing and implementing effective business strategies, optimizing processes, and driving team performance. Known for adaptability, effective collaboration, and delivering measurable outcomes in dynamic environments. Strong communication and problem-solving abilities, coupled with focus on fostering productive and positive team culture.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director, People & Culture, CNN
Warner Bros. Discovery
04.2021 - Current
- Oversee and implement human resources programs and practices that foster growth, innovation, and organizational effectiveness
- Align HR strategies with business goals in talent acquisition, compensation, learning and development, and performance management
- Partner with specialists to communicate and manage HR initiatives
- Provide developmental coaching and creative solutions to business challenges
- Manage and resolve Employee Relations issues, ensuring adherence to employment laws and company policies
Senior HR Business Partner - CNN
WarnerMedia
06.2015 - 04.2021
- Led HR initiatives for CNN, focusing on talent management, employee relations, and organizational effectiveness
- Partnered with senior management to align HR strategies with business priorities
- Provided coaching and development to all levels of staff
- Managed HR projects and communicated initiatives to the business
Global Human Resources Business Partner
CARE USA
09.2005 - 01.2015
- Contributed to business strategy for international regions and US-based divisions
- Partnered with senior management and international HR colleagues to align people initiatives with business priorities
- Championed Gender Equity and Diversity (GED) initiatives
- Facilitated workshops on coaching, counseling, transition management, and talent management
- Participated in the Africa & Middle East HR network team, promoting knowledge-sharing and capacity-building
Human Resources Consultant
St. Paul Travelers
10.2003 - 03.2005
- Consulted on employee relation policies, practices, and procedures
- Led performance management efforts, including discipline, investigations, and terminations
- Advised managers on talent acquisition and job offers
- Coordinated employee retention and redeployment strategies during merger transition
- Provided change management guidance post-merger
Human Resources Manager
HQ Global Workplaces / Regus
05.1999 - 01.2003
- Supported HR operations for 250 center locations with 1,200 team members
- Partnered with leadership to develop and implement HR solutions
- Facilitated HR training programs on performance management, legal compliance, and diversity
- Directed recruiting initiatives and managed recruitment budget
Education
BS - Business Management
Grambling State University
12.1997
Skills
- Strategic planning
- People management
- Organizational development
- Leadership development
- Human resources management
- Change management
Certification
Professional in Human Resources (PHR)
Timeline
Director, People & Culture, CNN
Warner Bros. Discovery
04.2021 - Current
Senior HR Business Partner - CNN
WarnerMedia
06.2015 - 04.2021
Global Human Resources Business Partner
CARE USA
09.2005 - 01.2015
Human Resources Consultant
St. Paul Travelers
10.2003 - 03.2005
Human Resources Manager
HQ Global Workplaces / Regus
05.1999 - 01.2003
BS - Business Management
Grambling State University
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