Maria Tiu-Rodell

About Maria Tiu-Rodell

As a senior Employee Relations executive, I specialize in shaping the people‑centered strategies, policies, and leadership frameworks that drive high‑performing, mission‑aligned organizations. In my role as Corporate Director of Employee Relations at Emory Healthcare, I lead with a commitment to organizational integrity, strategic clarity, and a culture where people can bring their best to work every day.I partner directly with senior executives, HR leaders, and operational teams to navigate complex workforce challenges with a steady, solutions‑oriented approach. My work bridges legal compliance and human impact—ensuring that policies are not only protective and defensible, but also clear, fair, and supportive of the employee experience.I am particularly passionate about:Building trust‑based cultures through strong, transparent employee relations frameworksLeading large‑scale policy modernization that reduces risk and enhances organizational clarityAdvising executives on sensitive, high‑stakes matters with discretion and strategic foresightStrengthening leadership capability across the organization through coaching, development, and accountabilityTransforming complex workforce issues into sustainable, enterprise‑level solutionsAcross my career, I’ve championed the belief that an organization’s culture is shaped by how it treats people—especially in moments of challenge, transition, or conflict. By aligning people strategy with organizational goals, I help leaders create environments where employees are supported, organizational values are upheld, and exceptional performance can thrive.If your work intersects with culture, leadership, healthcare HR, transformation, or organizational strategy, I’d welcome the opportunity to connect.

Experience

1. Corporate Employee Relations Director

   Emory Healthcare

   Jun 2025 — Present

   As the Corporate Director of Employee Relations for Emory Healthcare, I provide strategic leadership and executive‑level guidance across a complex, employee academic health system. I lead the development, governance, and execution of enterprise‑wide employee relations strategy—strengthening organizational culture, mitigating risk, and equipping leaders to create fair, consistent, and high‑performing workplaces.Key Leadership ContributionsServe as a trusted advisor to senior executives, offering strategic insight on high‑stakes employee relations issues, organizational risk, culture trends, and workforce strategy.Lead enterprise modernization of HR and leave policies, aligning them with regulatory requirements and operational realities to enhance clarity, accountability, and defensibility.Oversee complex investigations with neutrality, discretion, and strategic foresight, ensuring consistency in decision‑making and alignment with organizational values.Shape system‑wide culture by strengthening leader capability in performance management, conflict resolution, accountability, and policy application.Partner cross‑functionally with Legal, Compliance, HR leadership, and operational executives to ensure consistency, reduce risk, and support effective change management across the system.Drive proactive ER initiatives that improve employee experience, promote organizational integrity, and support Emory’s mission of world‑class care and continuous learning.ImpactMy leadership reinforces a workplace culture built on trust, fairness, and excellence—empowering leaders, supporting employees, and enhancing operational effectiveness across the Emory Healthcare enterprise. Through strategic policy governance, thoughtful ER leadership, and a focus on organizational clarity, I help ensure that Emory’s workforce is equipped to deliver exceptional care and achieve sustainable success.

Education

• University of Cincinnati College of Law

  Doctor of Law (JD), American/U.S. Law/Legal Studies/Jurisprudence

Skills

• Hris
• Leadership
• Human Resources Information Systems (Hris)
• Onboarding
• Training
• Labor Relations
• Performance Management
• Talent Management
• Leadership Development
• New Hire Orientations
• Management
• Succession Planning
• Employee Relations
• Human Resources
• Recruiting
• Fmla
• Employee Engagement
• Benefits Administration
• Deferred Compensation
• Policy
• Employee Benefits
• Program Management