Michael Ward

About Michael Ward

Driven Human Resources leader with 10+ years of experience building high-performing teams across diverse organizations, from global corporations to rapidly growing mid-market companies. I specialize in designing and executing talent acquisition strategies and implementing processes that improve the quality of the entire employee lifecycle. My passion lies in creating positive, people-centric workplaces where individuals thrive and contribute to organizational success. I\'m adept at streamlining HR processes and collaboratively implementing new HCM and ATS platforms, leveraging my SHRM-SCP certification to deliver measurable results with a focus on integrity and strategic impact. I\'m especially proud of my ability to adapt to diverse company cultures and build strong, collaborative teams.

Experience

1. Director of Human Resources

   Andretti Indoor Karting & Games

   Feb 2021 — Present · Orlando, FL, US

Education

• Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale

  Associate of Science (AS), Commercial and Advertising Art

  1987 — 1990

• Purdue Global

  Bachelor of Science - BS, Business Administration

  2021 — 2026

Skills

• Cuisine
• Pre-Opening
• Hospitality Management
• Leadership
• Hotels
• Fine Dining
• Revenue Analysis
• Trade Shows
• Cost Control
• Banquets
• Human Resources
• Internet Recruiting
• Event Management
• Multi-Unit
• Meeting Planning
• Training Management
• Food
• Profit
• Food & Beverage
• P&L
• Pre-Opening Experience
• Guest Service Management
• Facebook
• Hiring
• Menu Engineering
• Food Cost Management
• Tourism
• Corporate Events
• Management
• Restaurant Management
• Food Service
• New Restaurant Openings
• Hotel Management
• Culinary Skills
• Training
• Catering
• Pos
• Income Statement
• Food Industry
• Strategic Recruitment Planning