Kara M Crochett

About Kara M Crochett

I am a strategic Human Resources Director and People Operations executive with 20+ years of experience leading enterprise HR strategy across healthcare, education, financial services, nonprofit, retail, and professional services environments.My expertise spans full-spectrum human capital management, including:• Organizational Design & Workforce Planning• Talent Acquisition & Recruitment Strategy• Succession Planning & Leadership Development• Employee Engagement & Retention Strategy• Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging (DEIB)• HR Compliance, Employee Relations & Risk Management• Compensation & Benefits Strategy• HRIS Implementation & HR Technology Modernization• Payroll & Benefits Administration• Acquisition Integration & Change Management• Multi-Site & Multi-State OperationsI have supported organizations ranging from 150 to 650+ employees, leading HR transformation initiatives, building scalable HR infrastructure, and aligning people strategy with operational and financial objectives.Selected Impact Highlights: Reduced voluntary turnover from 38% to 12% through recruitment redesign, culture strategy, and leadership accountability Led HR due diligence and integration during acquisition, impacting 650+ employees across 25 locations Directed enterprise talent acquisition strategy supporting rapid workforce expansion, including 60+ hires for new site launch Implemented HRIS, applicant tracking systems (ATS), and performance management platforms to increase operational efficiency and data-driven decision-making Strengthened compliance programs in regulated healthcare and financial services environmentsI hold active PHR (Professional in Human Resources) and SHRM-CP certifications and bring executive-level partnership experience supporting CEOs, Boards, and senior leadership teams.

Experience

1. Independent Travel Agent

   InteleTravel

   Mar 2023 — Present

   As an Independent Travel Consultant at InteleTravel.com, I assist clients in planning their dream vacations. • Collaborate with PlanNet Marketing to empower others in building their travel business aspirations. • Provide personalized travel solutions and expert advice to ensure memorable experiences for clients.

Education

• NCHRA Certification Prep Class

  Professional In Human Resources (PHR), Human Resources Development

  2008 — 2008

• Golden Gate University

  Business - Human Resources

• Simmons University

  Exec. Education, Strategic Leadership for Women (September 22-26, 2008)

  2008 — 2008

Skills

• Labor Relations
• College Recruiting
• Budgets
• Human Resources Information Systems (Hris)
• Hris
• HR Policies
• Administration
• Employee Handbooks
• Contract Negotiation
• Employee Benefits Design
• Career Development
• Deferred Compensation
• Interviews
• Leadership Development
• New Hire Orientations
• Administrative Assistants
• Personnel Management
• Employee Benefits
• Human Resources
• Customer Service
• Employment Law
• Organizational Effectiveness
• Workforce Planning
• Vendor Management
• Temporary Placement
• Interviewing
• Talent Acquisition
• Management
• Team Building
• Benefits Administration
• Applicant Tracking Systems
• Policy
• Recruiting
• Fmla
• Staff Development
• Organizational Development
• Performance Management
• Employee Training
• Leadership
• Program Management