Eric Edwards

About Eric Edwards

My strongest skills involve interpersonal and leadership coaching, organizational leadership, and diversity, equity, inclusion and cultural training. I have approximately nine years of minor human resources skills and experience and over three years working directly in a human resources role. I have assisted various entities in organizational growth and have experience in navigating organizational change and policy review. Additionally, I am an active member for the Society of Human Resource Management.

Experience

1. Human Resource Training Supervisor

   Independence First

   Mar 2025 — Present · Milwaukee, WI, US

   In extension of my previous role, I:*Play an active role in the leadership and overall morale of the agency,*Research, develop, recommend, and execute creative strategies to foster Independence First\'s training and departmental goals,*Assist in Personal Assistant Services workplace issues, addressing conflicts and fostering positive employee relations,*Maintain knowledge of HR-related issues, legislation and best practices,*Assist the HR Director and department in various support roles, such as onboarding, hearings, and policy review,*Maintain knowledge of HR-related issues, legislation and best practices,*Develop and support agency special events and work alongside the board of directors, when necessary,*Continue to be a proactive advocate of the rights and involvement of individuals with disabilities,*Provide advocacy and support for the Independent Living philosophy.

Education

• Norwich University

  Master of Science, Organizational Leadership

  2007 — 2008

• University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

  Bachelor of the Arts, Communication (Organizational)

  1998 — 2003

• Bryant & Stratton College

  Bachelor of Business Administration - BBA, Human Resources Management