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Tim Detary

HR EXECUTIVE
Milwaukee,WI

Summary

Performance-driven and results-oriented professional with extensive experience in orchestrating market-oriented HR management strategies to meet operational requirements of medium to large-scale organizations. Proficient in identifying compatible talent and spearheading leadership/training programs to initiate proactive change and develop high-impact teams which are imperative for business development in a competitive landscape. Experience in human resources, organizational development, resolving complex employee relations, and developing, facilitating, and leading human resources strategies, functions, and initiatives that align with business goals. Thorough HR Generalist equipped with analytical skills necessary to process benefits applications and legal compliance forms for new hires. Advanced knowledge of insurance, retirement accounts and employee assistance programs. Maintains employee files and performance records.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

PRINCIPAL, HUMAN RESOURCES CONSULTING

Telos & Movere
04.2023 - Current
  • Leadership, change management, labor relations, training/development, compensation, recruiting/retention, and human resource systems.
  • Enhanced employee satisfaction by implementing new HR policies and procedures.
  • Streamlined the recruitment process for quicker candidate selection and onboarding.
  • Designed competitive compensation packages to attract top talent in the industry.
  • Reduced turnover rates with effective retention strategies and ongoing support.
  • Managed employee relations, resolving conflicts and fostering a positive work environment.
  • Developed comprehensive training programs for improved employee performance and skill development.
  • Implemented performance management systems, aligning employee goals with organizational objectives.

SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, HUMAN RESOURCES

Villa Health Care, Inc.
08.2018 - 03.2023
  • Delivered executive leadership and guidance to other C-level executives on complex legal and HR-related matters and served as special adviser and confidant to the C.E.O., especially through the COVID-19 pandemic
  • Devised human resource strategies to support organizational goals in challenging pandemic times, creating plans to ensure long-term labor stability
  • Led a staff of 11 and provided organizational consulting in the areas of labor negotiations, executive leadership development, human resource management, organizational development, recruiting, staffing, retention, payroll, and HRIS.
  • Enhanced company performance by implementing new strategies and streamlining operations.
  • Restructured departments for increased efficiency, optimizing resource allocation and improving communication between teams.
  • Improved employee retention rates through enhanced talent management processes and targeted professional development programs.
  • Established a culture of continuous improvement, leading by example to drive operational excellence across the organization.

E.V.P., HUMAN RESOURCES

Fortis Management Group, Inc.
07.2015 - 01.2018
  • Collaborated with three other principals to acquire 65 Skilled Nursing Centers from the US exit of the Canadian Extendicare Health Services Group
  • Managed benefits administration for company-wide staff, ensuring timely processing and accurate recordkeeping.
  • Managed all HR, Risk, and General Administrative functions for this 8,000-employee organization
  • Guided other C-level executives on complex legal and HR operations
  • Devised human resource strategies to support organizational objectives with a team of 25
  • Managed organizational change to increase employee satisfaction and productivity.
  • Streamlined administrative processes by implementing new systems, reducing inefficiencies and increasing productivity.
  • Developed strategic plans for organizational growth, resulting in a significant increase in revenue and market share.
  • Managed cross-functional teams to achieve business objectives and improve overall performance.
  • Reduced operational costs by identifying areas of improvement and implementing cost-saving measures.
  • Implemented innovative technologies to enhance communication and collaboration among departments, improving workflow efficiency.
  • Enhanced employee satisfaction by implementing streamlined HR policies and procedures.
  • Reduced turnover rates by conducting thorough exit interviews and addressing employees'' concerns.

VICE PRESIDENT, HUMAN RESOURCE

Extendicare Health
11.2006 - 06.2015
  • Identified key performance indicators for EHSI’s human resource and talent management functions to evaluate the organization's success and market competitiveness
  • Liaised with the EHSI department heads to find solutions based on EHSI labor needs
  • Managed a team of 25+ HR Services employees in the areas of labor negotiations, executive leadership development, human resource management, organizational development, recruiting, staffing, retention, payroll, and HRIS.
  • Improved employee retention by developing comprehensive onboarding programs and implementing strategic talent management initiatives.
  • Streamlined organizational structure for enhanced efficiency by conducting thorough workforce planning and analysis.

V.P., HUMAN RESOURCES

Aegis Therapy
01.2004 - 11.2006
  • Focused on general human resources and talent management functions to evaluate the organization's success and market competitiveness
  • Leadership Development: Lifelong learner with the desire to inspire and infect others with the same end in mind
  • At Villa led organizational performance training and development initiatives which created transformational and authentic leaders
  • Tied employee performance to compensation program designs with diverse employee groups
  • First-rate oral, written, and presentation skills.
  • Improved employee retention by developing comprehensive onboarding programs and implementing strategic talent management initiatives.
  • Streamlined organizational structure for enhanced efficiency by conducting thorough workforce planning and analysis.

V.P., FIELD HR OPERATIONS

Beverly Health Care
01.2002 - 01.2004
  • Identified key performance indicators for BEI’s human resource and talent management functions to evaluate the organization's success and market competitiveness
  • Liaised with field Operations VPs to find solutions based on the company’s labor needs
  • Managed a team of 15 Managing Directors as direct reports throughout 29 states.
  • Enhanced company profitability by implementing strategic business plans and optimizing operational processes.
  • Led cross-functional teams for the successful completion of major projects, resulting in increased efficiency and client satisfaction.

Education

B.A. - Political History

Oakland University
Rochester, MI

M.A. - HR/ Labor Relations

Central Michigan University
Mt. Pleasant, MI

D.B.A - Doctor of Business Administration (Management)

Argosy University
Sarasota, FL

M.A. - Interdisciplinary Studies (Psychology and Executive Leadership)

Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA

Skills

  • Performance Analysis Skills
  • Business Partnership
  • Social Media
  • Leadership /Team Management
  • Recruiting Management & Acquisition
  • Change Management/Culture Champion
  • People Operations/ Compliance
  • Communication Skills
  • Strategic Leadership & Training
  • Interviewing Techniques
  • Workforce Planning
  • Employment Law
  • HR Analytics
  • Employee Engagement
  • Diversity and Inclusion
  • Labor Law Compliance
  • Succession Planning
  • Retention Strategies
  • Onboarding Processes
  • Performance Management
  • Organizational Development

Career Experience

  • PRINCIPAL, HUMAN RESOURCES CONSULTING, Telos & Movere, Milwaukee, WI, 2023, Present, Leadership, change management, labor relations, training/development, compensation, recruiting/retention, and human resource systems.
  • SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, HUMAN RESOURCES, Villa Health Care, Inc., Lincolnwood, IL, 2018, 2023, Villa HealthCare was $400MM vertically integrated Health Care provider offering services in Long-Term Care, Therapy, Pharmacy, Ambulance, Construction, and Finance. Villa was sold in December 2022. Delivered executive leadership and guidance to other C-level executives on complex legal and HR-related matters and served as special adviser and confidant to the C.E.O., especially through the COVID-19 pandemic. Devised human resource strategies to support organizational goals in challenging pandemic times, creating plans to ensure long-term labor stability. Led a staff of 11 and provided organizational consulting in the areas of labor negotiations, executive leadership development, human resource management, organizational development, recruiting, staffing, retention, payroll, and HRIS. Risk Management: Reduced workers' compensation expenses through careful monitoring systems that provided timely claim information and requested more organizational timeliness in processing claims. Worked in concert successfully with W/c carrier, broker, legal, and operations to stay on top of outstanding claims. Agency and HR/Labor Law Compliance: Created an internal compliance program to ensure both corporate and field HR administration was current and in compliance with current employee relations laws. Created HR Policy and Procedural Manual and Employee Handbooks for each subsidiary which were reviewed by a leading Corporate Law Firm. Leader: As a strategic thinker, have assisted Villa to achieve its 3-5-7+ year aspirations. Developed well-researched and thoughtful stances on topics such as hybrid working, remote-first, time-off, flexible time, sabbatical programs, and compensation philosophy which made the HR function a key differentiator for Villa. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI): Championed DEI initiatives by fostering a Villa environment that supported diverse perspectives, promoted equal opportunities, and was inclusive of all employees. Developed Villa’s DEI policies and procedures that reflect the Villa’s values HR Analytics: Implement data-driven HR Key Performance Indicators practices to measure the effectiveness of HR programs and initiatives. Use metrics to identify areas of improvement and drive organizational growth.
  • CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER, EXECUTIVE V.P., HUMAN RESOURCES, Fortis Management Group, Inc., Milwaukee, WI, 2015, 2018, Fortis Management Group was a 500MM long-term care management company that managed 65 Long-Term Care properties located in 6 states. Collaborated with three other principals to acquire 65 Skilled Nursing Centers from the US exit of the Canadian Extendicare Health Services Group. Managed all HR, Risk, and General Administrative functions for this 8,000-employee organization. Guided other C-level executives on complex legal and HR operations. Devised human resource strategies to support organizational objectives with a team of 25. Managed organizational change to increase employee satisfaction and productivity. Benefit Administration: Managed innovative benefit strategies that offered more options for employees and kept benefit expenditures in line with Fortis’ overall benefit Offerings. Created an internal “Benefits Hotline” to ensure employees could voice their benefit concerns and request administrative assistance to resolve benefit claims with a sense of urgency. Recruiting & Retention Management: Partnered with a talent team to create innovative programs that efficiently and effectively ensured proper Attraction, Onboarding, Retention, and Development for new and existing employees. Worked with senior management and departmental leaders to keep the organization’s succession plan current utilized Labor and Employee Relations: Oversee employee relations initiatives to promote a positive and inclusive work environment. Address and resolve complex employee issues and conflicts fairly and effectively. Facilitating Mindset: As EVP/HR was adept as a data-driven decision-maker with strong quantitative/qualitative analytical capabilities. Utilized data to uncover insights that drove performance with a clear understanding of how information impacted organizational performance. Integrated Fortis metrics with KPIs to enhance more timely and effective decision-making. Organizational Development, Design, and Change Management: Drove Fortis organizational development and design efforts that allowed for effective staffing implementation for new and existing departments. Compensation and Benefits: Developed and implemented competitive compensation and benefits strategies that increased Fortis retention levels.
  • VICE PRESIDENT, HUMAN RESOURCE, Extendicare Health, Milwaukee, WI, 2006, 2015, Extendicare Health Services was a multinational long-term care provider with operations throughout North America. EHSI was a 2 billion company, that aggressively served the needs of 50,000 residents and 35,000 employees. Identified key performance indicators for EHSI’s human resource and talent management functions to evaluate the organization's success and market competitiveness. Liaised with the EHSI department heads to find solutions based on EHSI labor needs. Managed a team of 25+ HR Services employees in the areas of labor negotiations, executive leadership development, human resource management, organizational development, recruiting, staffing, retention, payroll, and HRIS. Retirement and 401(k) Administration: Manage the company's 401 (k) and Executive Retirement Plan with Fidelity by working in concert with internal legal, accounting, compliance, and accounting departments. Executive Leadership: Provide strategic direction and guidance to the HR team, fostering a culture of collaboration and high performance. Mentor and support HR professionals across all locations. People Management & Leadership: Led EHSI’s team of 25+ in developing People and culture processes which developed teams through coaching, mentorship, and leadership. Hired highly talented HR staff as needed. Employee Lifecycle Management: Created end-to-end employee lifecycles for EHSI onboarding and development from transitions to exits, which created positive experiences for EHSI employees which drove engagement. Utilized a data-driven framework for continuous improvement in all aspects of the employee experience.
  • V.P., HUMAN RESOURCES, Aegis Therapy, Delafield, WI, 2004, 2006, Provided therapy services throughout North America to various Long-Term Care organizations throughout the United States. Focused on general human resources and talent management functions to evaluate the organization's success and market competitiveness. Leadership Development: Lifelong learner with the desire to inspire and infect others with the same end in mind. At Villa led organizational performance training and development initiatives which created transformational and authentic leaders. Tied employee performance to compensation program designs with diverse employee groups. First-rate oral, written, and presentation skills. Career Management and Succession Planning: Implemented comprehensive talent management strategies which ensured the right people were in the right roles. Provided career development opportunities, and developed skills matrices that supported therapy promotions and transitions. Developed and executed EHSI’s succession-planning strategies that ensured its business continuity and support. Best Practice Identification and Implementation: As an “all in” effective change leader, I increased innovation and positive change by communicating and selling goals that embodied Fortis' core values.
  • V.P., FIELD HR OPERATIONS, Beverly Health Care, Fort Smith, AR, 2002, 2004, Beverly Health Care was a multinational long-term care provider with operations throughout North America. BEI was a 2 billion company, that aggressively served the needs of 100,000 residents and 55,000 employees. Identified key performance indicators for BEI’s human resource and talent management functions to evaluate the organization's success and market competitiveness. Liaised with field Operations VPs to find solutions based on the company’s labor needs. Managed a team of 15 Managing Directors as direct reports throughout 29 states. Integrity and Ethics: Successfully led several organizational change and compliance initiatives through the company’s Company Integrity Agreement. Leader Partner: Implemented an entrepreneurial style of selling ideas coupled with situational leadership approaches that were instrumental in the successful implementation of actionable initiatives. Built a common philosophy about work, people, culture and performance.

Interests

HR RESEARCH

AUTHOR

Writing

The advocation of studying history especially the first four centuries of Christianity.

Timeline

PRINCIPAL, HUMAN RESOURCES CONSULTING

Telos & Movere
04.2023 - Current

SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, HUMAN RESOURCES

Villa Health Care, Inc.
08.2018 - 03.2023

E.V.P., HUMAN RESOURCES

Fortis Management Group, Inc.
07.2015 - 01.2018

VICE PRESIDENT, HUMAN RESOURCE

Extendicare Health
11.2006 - 06.2015

V.P., HUMAN RESOURCES

Aegis Therapy
01.2004 - 11.2006

V.P., FIELD HR OPERATIONS

Beverly Health Care
01.2002 - 01.2004

B.A. - Political History

Oakland University

M.A. - HR/ Labor Relations

Central Michigan University

D.B.A - Doctor of Business Administration (Management)

Argosy University

M.A. - Interdisciplinary Studies (Psychology and Executive Leadership)

Liberty University
Tim DetaryHR EXECUTIVE