Dunell Ridore

About Dunell Ridore

Strategic HR leader and licensed attorney with 10+ years of experience aligning people strategy with business goals. My passion for helping both employers and employees—rather than pursuing a traditional legal career—led me into HR, where I could directly influence workplace culture, talent growth, and organizational success. I bring a unique blend of legal expertise and people-focused leadership to every organization I serve. While my legal training equipped me with a deep understanding of labor and employment law, I found my greatest fulfillment not in the courtroom, but in shaping policies, leading change, and fostering environments where organizational goals and employee success align seamlessly. With experience spanning performance management, employee relations, talent development, labor compliance, and change management, I work closely with executives to design strategies that drive measurable results and sustainable growth. My approach balances strategic vision with hands-on execution, ensuring that businesses remain compliant, competitive, and culturally strong—especially during periods of transformation. Beyond my professional work, I remain committed to social impact through active involvement in the Haitian community, reflecting my belief that strong, thriving communities are built on respect, inclusion, and opportunity for all.

Experience

1. District Human Resources Manager

   The Home Depot

   Dec 2025 — Present

Education

• Kean University

  Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science and Government

  2007 — 2011

• Manlapan High School

  High School Diploma

  2003 — 2007

• Penn State Law

  Doctor of Law (J.D.), Labor and Employment

  2011 — 2014

Skills

• Appeals
• Lexisnexis
• Hearings
• Personal Injury
• Wills
• Courts
• Motions
• Civil Litigation
• Legal Research
• Westlaw
• Lexis
• Trials
• Legal Assistance
• Criminal Law
• Research
• Corporate Law
• Legal Writing
• Litigation