Dee Cottman

District Leader @KinderCare Learning Companies

Lead a team of 350 Directors, Managers, and Education Professionals with a focus of driving business revenue and key performance indicators in 14 locations• Partner with business leaders and direct reports to develop and execute HR strategies focused on talent management, organizational effectiveness, workforce planning, and employee engagement• Strong ability to understand business priorities and partner with leaders to translate theses priorities into effective business practices that drive revenue, retention, and engagement• Responsible for the entire talent management process for all open roles within the district, clear understanding of full life cycle recruitment, onboarding, and continued training• Lead succession plan process for market through talent review calibration based on performance and potential, utilizing Individual Development Plans to prepare for future growth• Strong understanding and ability to facilitate training and conversations around Gallup Assessment, Gallup Strengthsfinder, and various other skill and engagement assessment tools• Involved in all employee relations complaints and concerns, worked with leadership to support both employees and management• District Leader Trainer; onboard new District Leaders and mentor once in role