Leslie Dyer-Wallace

About Leslie Dyer-Wallace

As a strategic and people-centered HR leader with 15+ years of experience, I specialize in building inclusive, engaged, and high-performing workforces across complex, multi-site, and remote-first organizations. I partner with senior leadership to align people strategies with organizational goals, guide cultural transformation, and enable talent development that drives business success.My background includes leading employee relations, performance management, compliance, and leadership development for public sector, nonprofit, and private organizations — giving me a broad and adaptable perspective.I am particularly passionate about supporting mission-driven companies — including those with international or distributed teams — that are committed to growth, innovation, and positive social impact. My expertise in change management, manager coaching, HR technology, and cross-functional collaboration allows me to navigate evolving workplaces with empathy and strategic focus.Core Strengths-Employee Relations & Conflict Resolution -HR Compliance, Policy, & Risk Management -Remote & Multi-Regional Workforce Strategy -Talent Acquisition, Retention & Succession Planning -Remote & Multi-Regional Workforce Strategy -Executive Coaching & Leadership Development -HR Technology, Data & AnalyticsLet’s build workplaces where people thrive, contribute meaningfully, and feel valued.

Experience

1. Deputy Chief HR Officer

   State of Arizona

   Nov 2023 — Present · Phoenix, AZ, US

Education

• Pima Community College

  Certification, HR Management

  2002 — 2002

• Northern Arizona University

  Masters, Administration and Leadership

  2007 — 2010

• Capella University

  Bachelors, Business Administration; HR Management

  2007