Amanda Patterson

Human Resources Manager @Daco Corporation

Seattle, WA, US

As HR Manager for DACO’s three business entities across Washington and Oregon, I lead and coach a small but high-impact HR team while serving as a strategic partner to executive leadership. I’m accountable for developing and delivering HR strategies that align with business goals, foster a high-performing culture, and support employee success across the organization. My role spans the full HR lifecycle, including talent acquisition, employee relations, engagement and retention, performance management, L&D, HRIS Administrator, and total rewards.Highlights:• Lead, mentor, and develop HR team members to ensure effective execution of day-to-day operations and strategic initiatives.• Trusted advisor to senior leaders on people strategy, team dynamics, compliance and change leadership.• Spearheaded the rollout of a performance management program, securing leadership buy-in and driving organization-wide adoption.• Built job-leveling, career pathing, and pay band frameworks to support internal mobility and equity.• Designed and launched employee engagement and recognition initiatives that improved engagement and reduced turnover by 20%.• Partnered with the CEO and leadership team to lead change management and organizational development efforts.• Introduced strategic offshoring solutions that reduced overhead by 70% for key roles.• Reimagined onboarding to enhance the new hire experience and boost retention.