Rachel Wood
Human Resources Associate @Empowered Hospitality
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WORK HISTORY
Human Resources Associate @Empowered Hospitality
NY, US
Empowered Hospitality is a consulting firm that focuses on the unique HR challenges within the hospitality space. Our main goal is to create workplaces where people thrive-Provide HR consulting services and support to over 50 clients in 14 states, with a focus on businesses in New York City-Lead implementation of new HRIS platforms, creating efficient processes and client-facing training and SOPs-Manage regulatory reporting and processes such as EEO, ACA, workers\' compensation claims, unemployment claims, and issuing appropriate compliance-related documentation to employees at hiring, termination, and end of year-Perform data-driven analyses, including compensation benchmarking, employee sentiment, retention, and turnover to present to key stakeholders using PowerPoint and Excel-Conduct comprehensive audits in areas including payroll, employee files, handbooks and policies, benefits, and HRIS compliance to create and execute remediation plans-Responsible for everyday management and maintenance of 17 total HRIS platforms and PEOs, with expert-level subject matter expertise in Paylocity, Paycom, and ADP
EDUCATION
Boston University
Bachelor's degree
Cornell University
Master's degree
ABOUT RACHEL WOOD
Passionate about revolutionizing HR practices in hospitality. Equipped with a Master of Management in Hospitality (MMH) from Cornell University, I am enthusiastic about improving HR practices in the hospitality industry through the integration of cutting-edge technology and data-driven processes. During my MMH journey, I focused on exploring the interconnectedness of hospitality and human resources and have further diversified my technical skillset by obtaining eCornell certificates in HR Analytics, HR Management, and Data Science with SQL & Tableau. Combining those skills with my background in social work, crisis counseling, and psychology - especially within food and beverage operations - has led me to deeply understand the significance of a people-centric approach fueled by data insights. As an HR Associate at Empowered Hospitality, I actively contribute to the creation of work environments where the realms of data and compassion intersect harmoniously, and specialize in creating efficient workflows on HRIS management systems. Let\'s connect to collaborate on reshaping HR practices, harnessing the power of data, and fostering employee success in the dynamic world of hospitality.
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