Urban Alchemy 

Director, HRIS, Data & Analytics August 2024 - Current•, After joining Urban Alchemy as its first-ever Sr. HRIS Manager, where I established the HRIS function and built a high-performing team from the ground up.
•	Led a complete Paycom system transformation (Implementation 2.0)—revamped job titles, job families, departments, work and location structures, and improved position management to support compliance and finance.
•	Championed Zendesk implementation and launched centralized HRIS support for streamlined issue resolution.
•	Headed the Time and Attendance Committee, improving timecard compliance among a 95% hourly workforce comprising second-chance employees.
•	Designed and deployed people analytics used by stakeholders for billing, grant reporting, and compliance.
•	Spearheaded change management initiatives, empowering HR to leverage Paycom functionality fully.
•	Contributed to Urban Alchemy’s mission of supporting over 1,300+ employees across multi-state and multi-city areas, most of whom come from vulnerable and formerly incarcerated backgrounds.
 
Senior HRIS Manager - December 2023 – July 2024
•	Conducted an extensive audit of Paycom data and HR business processes, leading to key improvements and tighter GL/Finance alignment
•	Enhanced HR system utilization, ensuring HR teams leverage Paycom to maximize workforce insights and reporting capabilities.
•	Improved self-service HR technology tools, enhancing the employee experience and automating manual processes.
•	Streamlined payroll, workforce data management, and compliance structures, ensuring HR and finance alignment.

Director, HRIS, Data & Analytics  

Hila Solutions, LLC

Led HR technology transformations for small to mid-sized businesses across multiple industries. Delivered scalable, future-ready HRIS and payroll systems while aligning technology with HR operational goals.
Key Achievements:
•	Designed and implemented HR tech stacks using UKG Pro, Paycom, ADP WFN, iCIMS, Ceridian, Paylocity, and NOVAtime
•	Built ground-up people analytics frameworks for performance insights, labor modeling, and executive dashboards
•	Led RFP creation, vendor selection, contract negotiation, and system architecture planning
•	Provided post-implementation support and optimization to increase adoption and ROI
•	Contributed to curriculum development for HR Technology and Agile Management courses at Western Governors University
👉 Positioned to thrive in enterprise HCM environments like Workday, Oracle HCM, or SAP SuccessFactors—thanks to deep cross-system experience, stakeholder alignment, and end-to-end implementation leadership.
Keywords: HRIS Implementation | SaaS HR Systems | People Analytics | Change Management | RPA in HR | HR Data Governance | Strategic Workforce Enablement | Enterprise HCM Readiness | Agile HR Tech | System Integration | Post-Go-Live Optimization

Principal HRIS Consultant

Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton LLP

Enterprise HRIS Leadership | HR Operations Transformation

Owned HR technology strategy and delivery for a Global 100 law firm. Oversaw HRIS transformation and integration across multiple departments and regions.

Key Achievements:

Created a firmwide HR technology roadmap and streamlined fragmented systems
Rescued and completed a stalled UltiPro implementation within 7 months
Negotiated vendor and implementation partner contracts, generating $300K+ in savings
Elevated HR operations with real-time workforce data and compliance dashboards
Acted as system owner and cross-functional liaison across HR, Finance, and IT
🔍 While not directly using Workday or SAP, I’ve delivered enterprise-scale HRIS implementations with complex stakeholder landscapes, equipping me to seamlessly step into larger HCM ecosystems.

Keywords: HR Operations Strategy | HR Systems Integration | Enterprise HR Tech | UltiPro | Stakeholder Engagement | Vendor Management | HCM Readiness | Compliance Enablement | Global HRIS Strategy

Senior HRIS Manager

Telogis, A Verizon Company

Telogis (A Verizon Company) | Dec 2014 – Apr 2015 | Orange County, CA
Global HCM Pre-Implementation | Multi-Region Systems Design

Led global HCM strategy and ONLY pre-implementation planning for Oracle Fusion HCM  and Taleo platforms across the U.S., UK, Australia, Brazil, and Canada.

Key Achievements:

Defined HCM architecture integrating Oracle Financials, Projects, and SCM modules
Conducted stakeholder workshops, pilots, and data mapping for multi-country implementation
Managed vendor relationships, benefits RFPs, and automated file feeds for comp & benefits
Supported performance cycles, job architecture, and compliance workflows
💡 Though not hands-on in Workday/SAP, this role mirrors enterprise-level complexity—making me well-prepared to operate and lead within top-tier HCM ecosystems.

Keywords: Global HR Technology | Oracle Fusion HCM (Strategy) | HCM Ecosystem Design | System Integration | HRIS Vendor Management | Compliance Frameworks | Payroll & Benefits Systems | HR Tech Scalability | Cross-Region Implementation

Manager - HRIS & Benefits

Endologix, Inc.

Designed new business processes, fixed critical global GL issues in UltiPro

HR Consultant

Pacific Dental Services, Inc

Led HRIS operations and process transformation during a period of hypergrowth—scaling from 3,300 to 7,000 employees in 3.5 years (35% annual growth). Oversaw the re-engineering of the entire suite of UKG Pro (UltiPro suite - ATS, Onboarding, Payroll, Core HR, Benefits, Performance, T&A) and drove the continuous improvement of HR systems, analytics, and workforce tools.

Key Achievements:

Turned around underperforming UltiPro system, repositioning vendor relationship and securing a 5-year renewal—resulting in $900K cost savings
Designed and led the rollout of biometric Time & Attendance with HTML clocks and Federated SSO across hundreds of locations
Built custom business workflows in UltiPro to automate HR processes like onboarding, compensation review, and compliance tracking
Supported the development of predictive modeling for Dentist recruitment and workforce planning
Partnered with HR, IT, and Finance leaders to streamline data architecture and improve HR analytics delivery
🧠 Navigated the demands of hypergrowth with a scalable systems mindset—preparing me to thrive in complex, enterprise HCM environments like Workday, SuccessFactors, or Oracle Cloud.

Keywords: HRIS Strategy | Hypergrowth HR Scaling | Process Automation | UltiPro | Predictive Analytics | HCM Optimization | System Redesign | Multi-State Workforce | Enterprise Readiness | HR Systems Leadership | Talent Enablement

Manager - Human Resources Information System

Taproot Foundation

Review, oversee, develop ,build Taproot clients- Unite LA for Volunteer Management program.
WACD West Angeles Community Development Corporation for Strategic Staff Development project MALDEF a non-profit’s HR practices, HR structure to institute best HR practices  in Talent Management, HR Administration, Performance Management, Benefits ,ER and Compensation areas, managing a 5 member pro-bono HR team offering services valued at $200K free for needy non-profits.

HR Project Manager/Account Director - Pro Bono

Roadlink Workforce Solutions, LLC

Supported 1850+ hourly employees at 50 + sites over 17 States. Designed HR policies, procedures, programs and practices in following areas: Talent Management, Performance, Benefits, HR, and Safety HRIS management. Trained and coached Managers in the areas of employee relations, performance, safety and compliance. Led high-powered   teams to integrate people, process, HR systems of the acquired companies, including new HR process for hiring, termination, performance management, new employee handbook, new safety initiatives Zero Injury Prevention programs. Managed Humanic and ADP HRIS/Payroll systems.
Accomplishments:
 Fueled savings of $995,000 USD and increased operational efficiency by adeptly integrating three company's employee benefits plans into a single unified plan resulting improved efficiency.
Designed and implemented new process for acquired companies for HR practices, integrated employee handbook for newly merged organization and standardized &quot;Team Pay&quot; for Freight Handlers compensation.
Played lead role in rolling out new organization wide Safety initiatives including PPE, Safety shoes and new training programs to reduce Worker's compensation cost. Rolled out AB 1825, EFCA and management development training programs.

Director of Human Resources

Herbalife

Interfaced with the client to devise a strategy to integrate/manage information to support business needs with the introduction of NuView HRMS system in concert with Crystal Reports, allows the generation of periodic monthly management reports, including turnover, headcount, benefit eligibility, EEOC compliance, and insurance and international employee rosters. Helped upgrade the on-premise HR server to accommodate the changing HR technological needs.

HRIS Analyst

Fox Cable Networks

Delivered HR Information Systems administration/troubleshooting support for HR modules and applications. OD, benefits and compensation to streamline/support deployment of technology-based solutions. Managed vendor/client relations.
Enhanced operational performance through delivery of expert functional and technical support/guidance to HR end-users providing ad hoc assistance with HR software applications/data input, running data queries and reporting. Served as point of contact for enterprise-wide software issues, concerns and troubleshooting.

HRIS Manager/Consultant

Experienced HR Operations, HR Technology, and People Analytics Leader with 22+ years of global experience spanning the U.S., India, and Oman—supporting Fortune 500 companies, private equity-backed firms, and Non-profit and fast-growing organizations. Proven track record of leading complex HR transformations, optimizing systems, and aligning people strategies with enterprise goals.
While my hands-on expertise spans a wide array of platforms—UKG, ADP, Paycom, Ceridian, Paylocity, iCIMS, Jobvite, Humanic, NuView, and NOVAtime—I’ve consistently operated at a strategic level that equips me to easily transition into enterprise-level HCM platforms like Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, or Oracle Fusion. My ability to design architecture, lead implementations, and align technology with HR operations has made me a go-to partner for strategic and tactical initiatives.
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Core Competencies
🔹 HRIS Strategy & Execution | HR Technology Roadmapping
🔹 HR Operations Leadership | Process Redesign & Optimization
🔹 HR Digital Transformation | AI, RPA & People Tech Enablement
🔹 M&A Integration | Compliance & Multi-State HR Governance
🔹 Workforce Analytics & Predictive Modeling
🔹 Agile HR Systems | Scalable SaaS Platforms | Data-Driven HR
🔹 Enterprise HCM Readiness | Cross-Functional HR Tech Leadership

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