Christina Catalano

About Christina Catalano

I’m a strategic HR professional with a passion for aligning people strategies with…

Experience

1. Human Resources Business Partner, North America and Bermuda

   Compre Group

   Aug 2023 — Present

   Strategic HR Planning- Collaborate with senior leaders and business units to align HR strategies with business goals- Develop workforce plans and talent management strategies to support organizational growth.Talent Management- Oversee recruitment, onboarding, and retention strategies- Implement succession planning and leadership development programs- Support performance management processes, including goal setting and evaluations.Employee Relations- Act as a trusted advisor to managers and employees on workplace issues- Mediate conflicts and facilitate resolution to maintain a positive work environment- Ensure compliance with labor laws and company policies- Resolved complex employee relations issues swiftly, reducing legal risks and improving workplace culture.Change Management- Lead and support organizational change initiatives, including restructures or cultural transformations- Successfully established the North America HR department, encompassing restructuring, policy development, market alignment, and system implementation, all while minimizing disruption and maintaining morale.HR Data and Analytics- Analyze HR metrics (turnover rates, employee engagement, diversity stats) to inform decisions- Provide insights and recommendations based on data trends.Training and Development- Identify skill gaps and coordinate relevant training programs- Support continuous learning and career development initiatives.Compensation and Benefits- Collaborate with compensation teams to design competitive compensation packages- Advise on benefits programs that attract and retain talent, while also supporting the renewal process.Cost Savings- Optimize HR processes, systems, or benefit plans, resulting in cost savings while preserving employee satisfaction- Reduce time-to-fill for key roles, improving hiring speed without compromising quality, and implement a robust onboarding process.

Education

• The Culinary Institute of America

  AOS: Baking & Pastry Arts, Baking & Pastry Arts

  2010 — 2012

• DeVry University

  Bachelor's Degree in Technical Management , Major in Technical Management and Minor in Small Entrepreneurship

  2012 — 2014