Sheena Hacke
Human Resources Business Partner Project Manager @Columbia Grain International
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WORK HISTORY
Human Resources Business Partner Project Manager @Columbia Grain International
Portland, OR, US
Provide expert HR support to leaders within this 450-employee, 45-location agricultural enterprise• Manage employee relations, talent acquisition, and leave / workers comp for staff in OR, WA, ID, and MT• Collaborate with the senior leadership team, including the CEO, to address employee relations needs• Administer immigration programs and compliance for H-2B, H-2A, L visas, and green card processes• Conduct regional tours to communicate company values/goals and enhance HQ/regional alignment• Assist with international HR operations, including deployment of the Paycom HRIS system in Canada• Partner with stakeholders to drive employee engagement and performance management improvements• Improved onboarding compliance from 60% to 97% via streamlined processes, E-Verify, and training • Took on additional role as HR Project Manager in April 2025 to lead a series of special projects such as updating the employee handbook, improving HR data integrity, leading focus groups to enhance organizational culture, and helping build a new employee engagement platform (Quantum Workplace)
EDUCATION
Purdue University
Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence
Portland State University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
ABOUT SHEENA HACKE
I’m an HR leader with 10+ years of demonstrated success managing a fast-paced mix of employee relations, talent acquisition, immigration, compliance, and comp/benefits needs for companies in multiple industry sectors. My primary passion centers around people and the fostering of high-performance cultures and environments known for superior employee engagement, morale, inclusivity, and retention. Along with my comprehensive and broad knowledge of almost all HR functions, I bring to the table extensive strengths in technology usage, including the implementation of cutting-edge HRIS/ATS tools and AI concepts to enhance corporate efficiency, productivity, and profitability. Able to smoothly flex between strategic and tactical capabilities, as needed, I pride myself on \"doing what needs to be done\" to ensure organizational success and have routinely provided executive coaching and HRBP support up to the C-suite level. Areas of expertise I\'ve amassed to date include: • Strategic HR Leadership / Workforce Planning & Development • Employee Relations, Engagement, Recognition & Retention • Training & Development / Soft Skills Training / Leadership Development • HR Operations, Automation & Process Improvement • Cultural Transformation & Organizational Development • Recruiting & Talent Acquisition • Leave of Absence (LoA) Administration • Regulatory Compliance • Performance Management • Internal / Employee Communications • Employee Benefits Administration & Compensation Strategy • Onboarding & Orientations • Payroll Processing & Administration • HRIS & ATS System Implementation | AI Technology Educational credentials include a BS Degree in Communication Studies from Portland State University, along with an HR Analytics Certificate from Cornell and Associate Professional in Human Resources (aPHR) Certification from the HR Certification Institute. I am also currently enrolled in an MS Degree program focused on Artificial Intelligence / AI Policy Management which is scheduled for completion in Fall 2026.
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