Stephanie Heathman
Nationwide Fractional HR Executive | Founder & CEO @ The HR Innovator Group | HR Strategy Advisor | Organizational Growth & Culture Architect | Unmuting HR, Loud | PHR, SHRM-CP, CAAP Knoxville, TN | San Diego, CA
- Role
- Founder and Chief Executive Officer at The Hr Innovator Group
- Location
- San Diego, CA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Stephanie Heathman
I am a strategist, founder, and people leader who has spent more than 25 years helping organizations transform how they approach leadership, culture, and growth. My career has been built on aligning people strategy with business outcomes, designing systems that work, and leading change that lasts.What I bring is not just technical expertise but a perspective shaped by years of navigating complex challenges alongside executives, managers, and employees. I know what it takes to build trust, make hard decisions, and create environments where people and organizations succeed together.Through The HR Innovator Group, I lead a team that partners with organizations to design modern solutions that scale. Beyond that, I use my platform here on LinkedIn to challenge outdated ideas, share truths others avoid, and open conversations that inspire transformation.At the center of my work are three values: trust, truth, and impact. They guide the way I lead, the way I consult, and the way I show up publicly. This is not about chasing trends or gatekeeping a profession. It is about leading with clarity, telling the truth even when it is hard, and helping organizations and people grow together.
Experience
Founder and Chief Executive Officer
Nov 2021 — Present · Knoxville, TN, US
Founder and CEO of a consulting firm specializing in HR innovation, organizational strategy, and business growth advisory. Lead multi-state and national client engagements spanning HR infrastructure, compliance, cultural transformation, and leadership development.Designed and launched The HR Innovator Group\'s scalable consulting model, driving sustainable growth across diverse industries.Serve as fractional CHRO, advisor, and partner to C-level executives and boards.Architect organizational strategies aligned to client business objectives, compliance needs, and cultural goals.Lead a specialized team in delivering HR audits, operational redesigns, and strategic initiatives that drive measurable impact.Advise startups, nonprofits, and high-growth companies on aligning people strategy with business acceleration.
Education
Human Resources Certification Institute
Professional in Human Resources, Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
2020 — 2024
Human Resources Certification Institute
PHR Certification, Human Resources
American Association for Access, Equity and Diversity
Certification - Certified Affirmative Action Professional, Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Law
2015
Human Resources Certification Institute
Professional in Human Resources Certificate, Human Resources
2010 — 2010
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