Tanya Adair

About Tanya Adair

Strategic Human Resources Executive | Driving Organizational Growth & ExcellenceAccomplished HR executive with a proven track record of leading high-performing teams and delivering business-driven human capital strategies across diverse industries. Adept at fostering collaborative leadership, optimizing workforce performance, and surpassing business objectives. Extensive experience in multi-state and multi-site organizations, including operations in Mexico and Canada.Passionate about building people-centric cultures that drive engagement, innovation, and operational excellence. Expertise spans strategic leadership, succession planning, and organizational development, with a strong focus on aligning HR initiatives with business goals.Core Specialties: Strategic HR Leadership | Succession Planning | Organizational Development | Talent Acquisition | HRIS | Employee Relations | Performance Management | People Analytics | M&A Leadership | Employee Engagement & Wellbeing | Environmental Health & Safety | Compensation & Benefits Design | Payroll Management | Internal & External Communications | Public Relations

Experience

1. Vice President of Human Resources

   DeZURIK

   Nov 2018 — Present · Minneapolis, MN, US

   Vice President of Human Resources | Strategic HR & Business LeaderDynamic and results-driven Vice President of Human Resources with a proven ability to design and implement forward-thinking HR strategies that align with business objectives and drive organizational success. With extensive experience across multiple industries and regions—including multi-state, Mexico, and Canada—I specialize in optimizing human capital to achieve financial and operational goals.In my role, I am responsible for shaping and executing key HR business practices, ensuring they proactively support the evolving needs of the organization. I lead initiatives that foster talent development, employee engagement, and workforce efficiency, while also overseeing Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) programs across all locations to maintain compliance, mitigate risks, and promote a culture of well-being.Core Specialties- HR Strategy & Leadership- Talent Acquisition & Development- Succession Planning & Organizational Growth- Employee Engagement & Wellbeing- People Analytics & Workforce Optimization- Performance Management & Employee Relations- M&A Leadership & Change Management- Environmental Health & Safety Oversight- Compensation, Benefits & Payroll StrategyPassionate about building high-performing teams and cultivating a people-first culture, I thrive in dynamic environments where innovation and collaboration drive business success.

Education

• Whittier College

  BA, Business Administration & Spanish

  1989 — 1994

• Universidad de Granada

  Spanish & International Business

  1991 — 1992

• American University - Kogod School of Business

  MBA, International Human Resources

  1994 — 1996

• St. Paul Academy & Summit School

  High School

Skills

• Operations Management
• Performance Management
• Employee Training
• Employee Handbooks
• Benefits Administration
• Applicant Tracking Systems
• Leadership
• Employee Benefits
• Interviews
• New Hire Orientations
• Adp Payroll
• College Recruiting
• System Administration
• Sphr
• Talent Acquisition
• Recruiting
• Fmla
• Staff Development
• Employment Law
• Organizational Effectiveness
• Ceridian
• Workforce Planning
• Sourcing
• Job Descriptions
• Payroll
• Background Checks
• Policy
• Organizational Development
• Mergers & Acquisitions
• Training
• Management
• Employee Engagement
• Employee Recognition
• Labor Relations
• Employee Relations
• Talent Management
• Workers Compensation
• Affirmative Action
• Onboarding
• Program Management