Krista Hill

About Krista Hill

Strategic Human Resources Executive with 30 years of comprehensive experience driving organizational transformation and building high-performing HR functions. As the Founder of Hill HR, I partner with growth-stage companies to elevate their people operations and create sustainable HR infrastructures that scale.Core Expertise:* Building & transforming HR departments from foundation to full optimization* Developing comprehensive talent management strategies that align with business objectives* Implementing data-driven performance management systems and recognition programs* Creating employee engagement initiatives that drive retention and cultural excellence* Establishing strategic partnerships across all organizational levelsThroughout my career, I\'ve successfully:* Led HR transformations across diverse industries including SaaS, Title & Escrow, Financial Services, and Non-Profit sectors* Designed and implemented succession planning programs that identified and developed key talent* Created employee engagement frameworks resulting in measurable improvements in retention and satisfaction* Built scalable HR infrastructures that supported rapid organizational growth* Developed strategic workforce planning initiatives aligned with business objectivesAs a consultant, I specialize in partnering with organizations to:* Assess and optimize HR operations* Design and implement talent acquisition strategies* Create comprehensive performance management systems* Develop employee relations programs that foster positive workplace cultures* Ensure compliance while driving strategic business initiativesMy approach combines strategic vision with practical implementation, ensuring that HR initiatives deliver measurable business impact while fostering positive workplace cultures.

Experience

1. Head of Human Resources

   Monarch Title, Inc.

   Nov 2024 — Present

   Provide executive-level HR leadership for seven high-growth companies, overseeing all HR operations, compliance, payroll, benefits, and talent strategy across DC, VA, MD, AZ, PA, and GA* Led full Paychex PEO disassembly and ADP payroll system implementation, establishing independent HR infrastructure and scalable operational processes* Designed and launched comprehensive benefits programs, enhancing employee experience while improving cost efficiency and compliance* Direct multi-state payroll, SUI & SIT taxation, unemployment, and workers’ compensation programs, ensuring regulatory adherence and audit readiness* Lead talent acquisition, performance management, leadership development, and employee relations, strengthening accountability, engagement, and retention* Partner closely with executive leadership to drive organizational effectiveness, culture, and strategic workforce planning

Education

• University of Phoenix

  Bachelor's degree, Human Resources Management and Services

Skills

• Performance Management
• Employee Training
• Technical Recruiting
• Job Descriptions
• Sourcing
• Temporary Placement
• Negotiation
• Interviews
• Leadership Development
• New Hire Orientations
• Peoplesoft
• Taleo
• Full-Cycle Recruiting
• Recruiting
• Fmla
• College Recruiting
• Compliance
• Benefits Negotiation
• Interviewing
• Behavioral Interviewing
• Talent Acquisition
• Screening
• Hiring
• Employment Law
• Deferred Compensation
• Compensation
• Internet Recruiting
• Workforce Planning
• Talent Management
• Hris
• HR Policies
• Organizational Development
• Team Building
• Labor Relations
• Onboarding
• Background Checks
• Employee Relations
• Strategic Planning
• Training
• Succession Planning