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Tes De Leon-Connors (she/her)

Holmes,NY

Summary

Versatile leader with proven abilities across all levels of organizational management. Talented in developing partnerships, overseeing teams and developing operational plans to meet strategic goals. Proven leader with significant background in people operations and organizational development. Passionate about workplace justice and equity.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of People and Organizational Devt.

MoveOn.org
08.2021 - Current
  • As member of the Executive Team, provided sound strategic advice to the Executive Director and Chief of Staff, and together drive the leadership and management of the organization.
  • As member of the Senior Management Team, provided strategic HR and OD direction and guidance to senior managers.
  • Developed talent management strategies, including compensation structure and philosophies, that are centered on equity.
  • Provided coaching and skills development among new and existing managers, as well as staff.
  • Assessed and managed risks related to employment.
  • Provided leadership and direction to the People Team.

Global Director of People and Culture

350.org
07.2018 - 08.2021
  • Built and managed a cohesive and diverse Global People Team from the ground up, establishing team purpose, norms, roles, success indicators, feedback loops, etc.
  • Developed and managed internal processes and human capital systems that improved efficiency and put the organization in compliance with international employment regulations.
  • In partnership with senior leadership and staff, provided strategic direction and day-to-day management of global talent acquisition, total rewards, learning and development, performance management, workplace justice and equity, employee and labor relations, policy development, compliance, and overall organizational culture, engagement, and morale.

Global Human Resources Manager

350.org
03.2017 - 07.2018
  • Supported an inclusive and collaborative culture, including the development, implementation, and management of HR policies, programs, and practices that aligned with the organization's mission, values and strategies.
  • Single-handedly led and managed 350.org's talent management cycle.
  • Maintained compliance with local, state, and federal laws, in addition to established organizational standards.

Human Resources Manager

Church World Service
05.2014 - 02.2017
  • Maintained compliance with local, state, and federal laws, in addition to established organizational standards.
  • In partnership with managers and staff, managed and facilitated HR processes including hiring, onboarding, training and development, performance management, employee relations, etc.
  • Managed labor relations, including contract negotiations and administration, grievance procedure, etc. Acted as management representative when interfacing with the union.
  • Managed and resolved complex employee and labor relations issues. Conducted effective, thorough, and objective workplace investigations.
  • Supported the design and implementation of a global human capital and global compensation and classification system.

Education

MBA - Strategic Management And HR Management

Pace University
New York, NY

Masters Certificate - Human Resources Management

Cornell University
Ithaca, NY

Master of Science - Economics

University of Santo Tomas
Manila, Philippines

Skills

  • Strategic and Operational Leadership
  • Organization Building and Development
  • People Operations and Talent Management
  • Management Coaching and Development
  • Employee and Labor Relations
  • Managing Complexities

Timeline

Director of People and Organizational Devt.

MoveOn.org
08.2021 - Current

Global Director of People and Culture

350.org
07.2018 - 08.2021

Global Human Resources Manager

350.org
03.2017 - 07.2018

Human Resources Manager

Church World Service
05.2014 - 02.2017

MBA - Strategic Management And HR Management

Pace University

Masters Certificate - Human Resources Management

Cornell University

Master of Science - Economics

University of Santo Tomas
Tes De Leon-Connors (she/her)