Scott Imberman
Longwood,FL
Summary
Visionary HR strategist specializing in talent acquisition and organizational development, recognized for deploying data-driven solutions that synchronize HR initiatives with business objectives, enhancing efficiency and boosting employee engagement across varied teams.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head of HR, Amazon Games
Amazon Entertainment
Longwood, Florida
01.2021 - Current
- Established an HR team for Amazon Games, hiring a global team of 6 HRBPs and a recruiting team of 33 across 6 countries. Formulated comprehensive HR strategies aligned with company objectives and culture.
- Formulated comprehensive HR strategies aligned with company objectives and culture. Developed data-driven solutions, achieving 65% reduction in HC costs ($45 million) and opening 2 locations in Bucharest and Montreal.
- Collaborated with leadership on organizational development and change management initiatives.
- Conducted compensation and benefits reviews to ensure competitive staff packages.
- Partnered with senior business leaders in planning and executing a robust talent strategy.
- Led task force to enhance creative talent experience, boosting employee satisfaction by 10%.
- Revamped hiring processes across Prime Video, Amazon Music, Audible, Twitch, and Amazon Games.
Head of HR, EA SPORTS
Electronic Arts
Orlando, FL
06.2015 - 01.2021
- Led team of 10 HR professionals supporting over 1,500 employees across five locations.
- Effectively coached senior employees (VPs, GMs, Producers, Technical Directors), enhancing leadership capabilities and organizational effectiveness.
- Developed quality talent acquisition strategies, expanding talent pool and enhancing hiring processes.
- Established strategic Madrid location to create talent pipeline, boosting acquisition by 40%.
- Directed talent acquisition efforts for top industry professionals, including executive search for creative and technical leaders.
HR Director, EA SPORTS
Electronic Arts
Orlando, FL
07.2007 - 06.2015
- Led a team of 3 HRBPs, supporting over 600 employees, enhancing organizational effectiveness, and employee satisfaction.
- Managed employee relations initiatives to foster a positive workplace culture.
- Developed and implemented a career development program, improving talent assessment, internal mobility, and succession plans, increasing employee engagement by 50%.
- Designed and executed new employee programs, aligning with company goals and objectives, and identifying areas for program improvements.
- Collaborated with other departments to create a positive work environment that promotes collaboration among teams.
HR Manager
General Electric Company
Fort Myers, Florida
03.2001 - 07.2007
- Directed merger of GE Affiliate with GE Corporate, analyzing pay, benefits, and risk assessments.
- Served as program manager for Global Reward and Recognition tool benefiting 5,000 employees.
- Administered stand-alone benefit platform, adding four funds to 401k plan while ensuring fiduciary compliance.
- Led HR efforts on AP, Fixed Assets, and Tax department disposition, negotiating $3.4 million deal.
- Developed communication strategy that enhanced employee satisfaction by 43%, recognized as best practice by GE Corporate.
- Executed Staffing Greenbelt project that reduced hiring time by 20% and eliminated recruiting costs.
- Reduced relocation expenses by 40% through process improvements in staffing operations.
Education
MBA - Human Resources Management
Florida Gulf Coast University
Fort Myers, FL01-2001
Bachelor of Science - Management
Florida Gulf Coast University
Fort Myers, FL12-1999
Skills
- Executive Coaching
- Strategic planning
- HR analytics
- Organizational culture
- HR strategy development
- Talent acquisition
- Change management
- Compensation analysis
- Employee engagement initiatives
- Organizational development
Affiliations
- Baseball coach - local rec league team and travel ball team
Certification
- Quality – Green & Black Belt, Lean Manufacturing (Six-Sigma Greenbelt Certified)
Certifications/Courses
- HR Law & Solutions
- Labor Relations
- Human Resource Development Forum
- Executive Presentations
- Personnel Relations Leadership
- Leaderpoint - Advanced Managers
- New Manager Development Course
- Supplier Management
Websites
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Head of HR, Amazon Games
Amazon Entertainment
01.2021 - Current
Head of HR, EA SPORTS
Electronic Arts
06.2015 - 01.2021
HR Director, EA SPORTS
Electronic Arts
07.2007 - 06.2015
HR Manager
General Electric Company
03.2001 - 07.2007
MBA - Human Resources Management
Florida Gulf Coast University
Bachelor of Science - Management
Florida Gulf Coast University
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