Shawna Witt

• Drove human resources activities that contributed to a thriving workplace culture. Enhanced business growth through strategic human capital management. Fostered a unique environment that prioritizes employee satisfaction and engagement.
• Cultivated strong relationships with colleagues and students to foster a collaborative learning environment.
• Designed an onboarding program aimed at streamlining new hire orientation and training processes.
• Established a structured internship program aimed at fostering professional development and skill-building.

On the leadership teamn

hired over 50 full time empleooyyes

Developed Individual devleopment plans

Put structure into the compensation program

Built trust with emplyoees

Living by our values and ....

• Established standardized programs and policies to enhance operational efficiency.
• Facilitated guidance for leaders and employees regarding company policies, programs, benefits, and salary administration.
• Managed initiation and maintenance of workers' compensation cases to ensure compliance with tracking, reporting, and legal requirements.
• Oversaw and guided direct reports while cultivating high-performing HR teams.
• Evaluated training program success and presented strategic improvement recommendations to upper management.
• Ensured adherence to local, state, and federal laws while upholding organizational standards.
• Provided strategic guidance to leadership on complex, confidential matters impacting performance management and employee relations.
• Fostered a culture of continuous improvement through employee engagement initiatives and feedback mechanisms.
• Oversaw compliance with labor laws, ensuring risk mitigation and adherence to industry standards.
• Designed and facilitated leadership development programs, strengthening managerial competencies across departments.
• Collaborated with executive leadership to align HR strategy with business goals, driving organizational success.
• Managed the onboarding process, providing new hires with necessary tools for success from day one.
• Maintained "open door" policy to encourage employee communications and resolution of issues.
• Coordinated and worked with management on performance evaluations, supervisory practices, dispute resolution, and employee accountability.
• Managed complex employee relations issues, reducing legal risks and maintaining a positive work environment.
• Created succession planning strategies to ensure leadership continuity and long-term success.
• Optimized workforce planning strategies to align staffing levels with business needs efficiently.

• Managed all human resources requirements to support a workforce of 250-300 employees.
• Cultivated and strengthened internal and external relationships with project teams, department managers, and consultant teams to enhance HR service delivery.
• Established and enforced organizational policies and procedures to streamline human resources operations and ensure compliance.
• Guided managers in navigating employee relations, focusing on engagement, documentation, discipline, and performance improvement plans.
• Executed and oversaw orientation procedures for all new hires.
• Facilitated organizational culture transformation by promoting open communication of employee concerns and embracing diverse opinions.
• Established and communicated HR policies to team members, ensuring compliance and workforce satisfaction.
• Facilitated the deployment of new training strategies alongside global business leaders. Represented US AKG effectively in global discussions.
• Spearheaded initiatives to drive innovation in HR functions and processes.

• Led talent acquisition initiatives, streamlining recruitment processes and enhancing candidate experience.
• Developed and implemented training programs, improving employee performance and engagement levels.
• Managed employee relations, resolving conflicts and fostering a positive workplace culture.
• Analyzed HR metrics to drive strategic decision-making and improve operational efficiency.
• Mentored HR team members, promoting professional growth and knowledge sharing across the department.
• Managed payroll processing for diverse employee groups, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations.