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Theresa Whitney

Wesley Chapel,FL

Summary

Dynamic HR leader with a proven track record at Coca-Cola Beverages Florida, specializing in strategic business partnership and talent acquisition. Successfully implemented innovative recruitment solutions, enhancing efficiency and engagement. Known for servant leadership and effective communication, driving organizational growth and fostering a culture of mentorship and collaboration.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Director, Corporate HR and Talent Acquisition

Coca-Cola Beverages Florida
Tampa, FL
04.2021 - Current
  • Executed strategies that enhanced growth and organizational effectiveness through HR and TA leadership.
  • Assessed human capital needs to identify solutions in talent management and employee relations.
  • Developed return-to-office strategy for over 300 corporate associates, ensuring smooth transition.
  • Established in-house recruiting function that streamlined talent acquisition processes.
  • Implemented Dayforce ATS/WFM system, significantly improving recruitment efficiency.
  • Introduced video interviewing tool, reducing prescreening time for recruitment teams.
  • Led HR department's budgetary process and managed headcount effectively.
  • Transitioned organization to over 80% direct hiring through recruitment professionals.

Sr. Human Resources Manager

Coca-Cola Beverages Florida
Tampa, FL
02.2017 - 04.2021
  • Aligned HR initiatives with organizational goals through collaboration with senior leadership.
  • Executed workforce and succession planning to enhance organizational effectiveness.
  • Created and facilitated onboarding orientation programs for new hires.
  • Developed company-wide recognition programs for internal associates and families, including Rising Stars.
  • Launched community support programs reinforcing company pillars, such as Backpack Giveback.
  • Established and maintained the Associate Care Fund, the company’s 501(c)(3) program.
  • Led organizational changes within RTM to optimize selling workforce performance.
  • Managed a summer internship program, expanding from six to thirty interns.

HR Business Partner, Manager

Coca-Cola Refreshments
Atlanta, GA
09.2016 - 02.2017
  • Led cross-functional teams as HR Transition Manager to facilitate divestiture of territories to franchise bottlers.
  • Planned and executed employee transitions by managing staffing, total rewards, and HR communications.
  • Collaborated with bottler HR teams and internal workstreams to achieve key project milestones.
  • Coordinated efforts across Total Rewards, Talent, HR Shared Services, Labor Relations, and Legal departments.

HR Director, Region

Coca-Cola UNITED Bottling Company
Birmingham, AL
08.2015 - 04.2016
  • Directed HR policies and activities across Alabama, Florida, Georgia, and Tennessee.
  • Led recruitment and workforce planning for 13 sales centers and 2 production facilities.
  • Managed employee relations and policy administration to enhance workplace culture.
  • Facilitated talent development programs to improve employee skills and performance.

HR Business Partner, Region Sales

Coca-Cola Refreshments
Jacksonville, FL
05.2013 - 08.2015
  • Provided HR support and leadership to East Region Sales and Food Service teams, including franchise and commercialization sectors.
  • Implemented overall People Strategy for Coca-Cola Refreshments East Region, emphasizing talent development and performance management.
  • Focused on culture development and employee relations to enhance workforce engagement.
  • Managed workforce planning initiatives to align resources with organizational goals.
  • Supported approximately C-Suite and professional-level associates in various functions.

HR Business Partner, Market Unit Sales

Coca-Cola Refreshments
Jacksonville, FL
02.2011 - 05.2013
  • Delivered strategic HR support to Southeast Region Sales Operations and North Florida Market Unit leadership.
  • Executed recruitment, workforce planning, and talent management initiatives to optimize workforce effectiveness.
  • Oversaw people initiatives across seven facilities housing approximately 540 sales associates.
  • Facilitated employee relations efforts to enhance workplace culture and engagement.

HR Director, Florida

Coca-Cola Enterprises
Jacksonville, FL
09.2008 - 02.2011
  • Served as the Human Resources Director for the State of Florida, including the US Virgin Islands.
  • The territory consisted of 22 Sales Center and ~4,300 associates spanning across Production, Sales, Distribution, Warehouse, Fleet, Equipment Services, and Administrative Services.
  • Directed, managed, and developed a team of eleven (11) HR generalists.
  • Responsible for managing key areas: Employment/Recruiting, Compensation, Benefits, Training and Development, Employee Relations.
  • Developed and recommended human resource practices and policies & procedures to assist in the growth of the company.
  • Advised Senior Leadership teams regarding exposure and protection against potential liabilities regarding employee relations and Federal/State regulations.
  • Conducted salary analysis with labor markets to determine competitive wage rates.
  • Partnered with senior leadership in formulating and administering organization policies.
  • Provided coaching, guidance, direction and authorization regarding standards and procedures, consistent with established policies and law in relation to human resources or personnel.

Human Resources, Area/ Market Unit Manager

Coca-Cola Enterprises
Fort Myers, FL
12.2000 - 08.2008
  • Oversaw HR functions across southeastern and northern Florida, focusing on recruitment and employee relations.
  • Managed HR operations for seven facilities, including Production, Sales, Warehouse and Distribution.
  • Executed strategies to minimize costs and liabilities within HR practices.
  • Directed a team of five HR generalists to improve operational effectiveness.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Elementary Education

Marywood University
Scranton, PA

Skills

  • Strategic business partnership
  • Development and facilitation
  • Servant leadership
  • Consultative solutions
  • Effective communication
  • Team building
  • Mentorship and coaching

Timeline

Director, Corporate HR and Talent Acquisition

Coca-Cola Beverages Florida
04.2021 - Current

Sr. Human Resources Manager

Coca-Cola Beverages Florida
02.2017 - 04.2021

HR Business Partner, Manager

Coca-Cola Refreshments
09.2016 - 02.2017

HR Director, Region

Coca-Cola UNITED Bottling Company
08.2015 - 04.2016

HR Business Partner, Region Sales

Coca-Cola Refreshments
05.2013 - 08.2015

HR Business Partner, Market Unit Sales

Coca-Cola Refreshments
02.2011 - 05.2013

HR Director, Florida

Coca-Cola Enterprises
09.2008 - 02.2011

Human Resources, Area/ Market Unit Manager

Coca-Cola Enterprises
12.2000 - 08.2008

Some College (No Degree) - Elementary Education

Marywood University

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