Kristi Bliss
HR Director | Talent Strategy Leader | Mentor | Change Management | Org Development | Total Rewards ► Championing Workforce Strategies that Shape Futures 🌿
- Role
- Human Resources Director at Mid-State Equipment
- Location
- Milwaukee, WI, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Kristi Bliss
Building genuine HR means creating cultures with clear strategy, strong…
Experience
Human Resources Director
Aug 2024 — Present · WI, US
Brought on to modernize HR operations and develop a scalable people strategy for this skilled trades business, I built a people-centered pipeline for future readiness while launching values-based training and coaching that improved alignment and strengthened leadership habits across 7 locations.I focus on supporting the company\'s growth by developing talent pipelines, planning for workforce changes, and strengthening culture. Emphasizing practical, data-informed HR practices has helped improve retention, reduce costs, and sustain the high-touch, service-focused approach that sets Mid-State apart. Introduced values-based training and Gemba routines to improve alignment and reinforce accountability across teams. Led development of succession plans to retain critical institutional knowledge and proactively prepare for retirements. Implemented UKG HRIS/ATS for 100% adoption, advancing high performing teams while cutting external recruiting costs.
Education
Gateway Technical College
Associates
2006 — 2008
University of Wisconsin-Whitewater
Masters
2011 — 2012
University of Wisconsin-Whitewater
BBA
2008 — 2011
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