Kelley Benson

About Kelley Benson

As a Human Resources executive and strategic business partner, I bring extensive experience across the full HR lifecycle, from talent acquisition and workforce planning to organizational development and operational excellence, within both professional services and nonprofit sectors. I’m passionate about helping organizations grow through their people and creating environments where individuals can thrive and perform at their best.Throughout my career, I’ve built and led high-performing teams, guided organizations through complex change, and delivered scalable people strategies that align talent with business outcomes. My approach combines data-driven decision making with a deep commitment to cultivating an inclusive culture and sense of belonging across all levels of the organization.I take pride in being a collaborative leader and trusted advisor, someone who builds strong partnerships and delivers results through integrity, empathy, and accountability.Core Areas of Expertise:• Talent Management• Recruitment & Workforce Planning• Organizational Development• Total Rewards & Compensation• Leadership Coaching• Performance Management• Inclusive Culture & Employee Engagement• Change Management• Mergers, Acquisitions & Integrations• Learning & Development• Employee Relations• Compliance & Risk Mitigation• Succession Planning• Onboarding & Retention• Policy Development• Mobility & Workforce Reductions• HR Technology & Systems Implementation

Experience

1. Vice President, Human Resources & Inclusion

   Innovation Works

   Apr 2022 — Present · Pittsburgh, PA, US

Education

• Point Park University

  Master's, Business

  2004 — 2005

• Point Park University

  Master's degree, Business Administration and Management, General

  2003 — 2005

Skills

• Program Management
• Sourcing
• Vendor Management
• Strategic HR
• Strategic Planning
• Employee Relations
• Hris
• HR Policies
• Recruiting
• Deferred Compensation
• Team Building
• Management
• Peoplesoft
• Training
• Policy
• Strategy
• Succession Planning
• Talent Management
• Process Improvement
• Change Management
• Employment Law
• Workforce Planning
• Leadership
• Human Resources
• Employee Benefits
• Coaching
• Onboarding
• Labor Relations
• Employee Engagement
• Interviewing
• Talent Acquisition
• Benefits Administration
• Applicant Tracking Systems
• Administration
• College Recruiting
• Performance Management
• Employee Training
• Personnel Management
• Internet Recruiting
• Interviews