Patrick Ard
Richmond Hill,GA
Summary
Strategic Human Resources Business Partner with over 9 years of experience aligning people strategies with business goals in multi-site operations and corporate environments. Currently serving as HR People Partner, driving employee relations, talent management, engagement, and organizational change. Expertise in recruitment, performance management, coaching, compliance, and fostering high-performing cultures.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Human Resouce People Partner II
Gulfstream Aerospace Inc.
Pooler , GA
08.2026 - Current
- Serve as a trusted strategic partner to business leaders, translating HR policies, programs, and best practices into practical solutions that support operational and organizational goals.
- Partner with leaders to create and drive employee engagement action plans that improve workplace culture and retention.
- Executed HR initiatives aligned with annual plan for assigned client groups, achieving timely delivery and measurable outcomes.
- Coach managers on performance management, employee development, and leadership effectiveness for both individual and team growth.
- Managed employee relations matters with professionalism, investigating issues and recommending compliant resolutions.
- Facilitated talent management processes for key employee segments to optimize talent development.
- Develop and present HR dashboards and metrics tailored to customer needs
Human Resource People Partner
Gulfstream Aerospace Inc
Pooler, Georgia
09.2024 - 08.2026
Human Resourrce Generalist
McDonalds - PS37 Managment
Richmond Hill, GA
04.2019 - 04.2024
- Directed full-cycle Human Resources operations across 7 restaurant locations, ensuring consistent compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
- Owned end-to-end recruitment processes, including screening, scheduling, and conducting interviews to ensure optimal talent placement.
- Standardized job descriptions and qualifications, posting roles on multiple platforms to attract high-quality talent.
- Led performance evaluation cycles and delivered constructive feedback that supported employee growth and internal career progression.
- Cultivated positive organizational culture emphasizing development, recognition, and advancement opportunities.
- Communicated employee benefits programs clearly to eligible staff and coordinated informational sessions with providers to maximize understanding and utilization.
- Oversaw payroll processing and maintained accurate, audit-ready compensation records for all team members.
- Managed workforce planning and people practices ensuring operational stability across multi-site environment.
Education
MBA - Human Resources Management & Finance
Colorado Technical University
Colorado Springs, CO07-2026
BBA - Finance
Colorado Technical University
Colorado Springs, CO12-2024
Skills
- Talent Management
- Employee Engagement
- Performance Management
- Workforce Planning
- HR Analytics
- Change Management
- Employee Relations
- Policy Management
Timeline
Human Resouce People Partner II
Gulfstream Aerospace Inc.
08.2026 - Current
Human Resource People Partner
Gulfstream Aerospace Inc
09.2024 - 08.2026
Human Resourrce Generalist
McDonalds - PS37 Managment
04.2019 - 04.2024
MBA - Human Resources Management & Finance
Colorado Technical University
BBA - Finance
Colorado Technical University