Cheyanne Schaefer

About Cheyanne Schaefer

I am a strategic and forward-thinking Human Resources leader based in the Pacific Northwest, committed to cultivating high-performing, inclusive workplace cultures. I bring a proactive approach to people operations, aligning HR initiatives with organizational goals to drive meaningful business outcomes.My expertise spans full-cycle recruiting, employee conflict resolution, total rewards and compensation, learning and development, performance management, and inclusion & belonging, and unions. My industry experience includes hospitality, consulting, healthcare, non-profit, manufacturing, professional services, veterinary, pest control, construction, architecture and engineering (A&E).I hold the following academic credentials and certifications- B.A. in Business Administration with a concentration in Human Resources Management – Pacific Lutheran University- M.S. in Human Resources Management – Capella University- SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP)- SHRM Inclusive Workplace Culture Specialty Credential- Crucial Conversations for Accountability Trainer CertificationThe Human Resources Profession is continually evolving, and with each step forward we collectively drive the future workforce and the livelihoods of over 3.4 billion people. As a Volunteer Leader with SHRM, I actively partner with business leaders from across the nation on ways we can improve the talent pipeline, expand the talent pool, support skilled-based training programs, and positively impact workers and their families. I am thankful I have the privilege of contributing to the amazing world of HR.

Experience

1. President Elect

   Washington State Shrm

   Nov 2024 — Present

Education

• Capella University

  Master’s of Science, Human Resources Management

  2016 — 2018

• Pierce College at Puyallup

  Business Administration and Management, General

  2011 — 2012

• Pacific Lutheran University

  Bachelor's Degree, Business Administration and Management, Human Resources and Management

  2012 — 2015

Skills

• Fundraising
• Management
• Human Resources
• Public Speaking
• Training
• Social Networking
• Teaching
• Time Management
• Administrative Assistants
• Sales
• Microsoft Powerpoint
• Data Entry
• Facebook
• Interviews
• Interviewing
• Leadership
• Social Media
• Microsoft Excel
• Powerpoint
• Online Marketing
• Marketing
• Photoshop
• Editing
• Strategic Planning
• Research
• Teamwork
• Event Management
• Critical Thinking
• Customer Service
• Microsoft Word
• Inventory Management
• Administrative Assistance
• Event Planning
• Team Leadership