Patrick Bronson

• Collaborate with supervisors to develop and implement talent strategies, initiatives, and solutions that support business needs. Provided expert counsel and coaching to leaders and associates on HR programs, policies and procedures, associate relations issues, conflict resolution, change management, inclusion & diversity, performance management and organizational development and design.
• Facilitated new hires through HRIS. Utilized ADP & KRONOS.
• Adherence to strict confidentiality with HIPPA, LOA's, FMLA, Workers Comp. and all other information, laws, regulations and investigations.
• Lead the talent acquisition and recruiting process by partnering with Store Manager to source and staff a diverse workforce and ensure a positive onboarding experience.
• Collaborated with supervisors to develop and implement talent strategies, initiatives, and solutions that support business needs. Oversaw development and implementation of succession planning and talent reviews that identify top talent, expose talent gaps and builds marketing capabilities.
• Oversaw associate relations to ensure alignment with company policies, procedures and employment laws. Ensured compliance with federal, state and local labor regulations.
• Enhanced associate engagement by resolving issues promptly and effectively. Took appropriate action in dual role of associate advocate and management coach and conduct interviews as appropriate.
• Responsible for time sensitive annual reviews including any merit increases and bonuses.
• Motivated employees through special events, incentive programs, and constructive feedback.
• Monitored and handled employee claims involving performance-based and harassment incidents. This included Loss Prevention concerns all while adhering to strict and zero tolerance confidentiality expectations.
• Organized and led staff orientation programs and training to promote collaboration.
• Implemented performance reviews and motivational strategies to elevate HR team results.
• Fostered positive work environment through comprehensive employee relations program.
• Distributed employee engagement surveys to identify areas of improvement.
• Utilized compliance tools, corrective actions and identification of deficiencies to mitigate audit risks.
• Developed and implemented safety programs.

• Oversaw all aspects of Store Operations, Customer Service and Human Resources in 35000 sq ft location.
• Developed creative plans to increase store sales taking my store from 7th to 3rd in my District my first year as Store Leader.
• Increased sales plan to 112% on average by managing store expenses (P&L), inventory on hand and payroll execution and control.
• Strong focus on Loss Prevention priorities including training staff and conducting timely complete investigations.
• #1 in District for KPI & Audit compliance every year as leader.
• Recruited, trained, developed, promoted & managed staff of 65 including 5 Managers, 8 supervisors and up to 55 customer service reps.
• Provided individualized development for Assistant Store Managers to ensure their ability to be promoted to Store Manager positions
• Reduced shrink from 2.9% to 1.8% my first inventory.
• Oversaw all aspects of running a successful $20+M annually location.

• Managed 12+ Halloween Stores.
• Secured Permits and Licenses for all new locations.
• Supervised Construction/Build out of all my stores.
• Passed all building inspections and audits.
• Recruited/Trained Store & Assistant Managers

Oversaw all aspects of running store operations.

Oversaw all aspects of running sales force of 19 stores in 5 states.