Human Resources Data Analytics

CHRIS WATTS

Chief People Officer

Cypress, Texas 77429 205-***-****

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Chief Human Resources Officer with 20+ years of experience in aligning HR functions to business goals. Skilled in driving organizational change, promoting a high-performance culture, and utilizing innovative HR technologies. Demonstrated expertise in talent acquisition strategies, developing leadership skills, and boosting employee engagement. Known for influencing C-suite decisions, overseeing global HR operations, and utilizing data analytics for HR insights.

Work Experience

Chief People Officer Jan 2023 - May 2024

Lloyd Jones LLC/Aviva Dallas

●Developed and executed a global HR strategy that aligned with corporate objectives, resulting in a 40% increase in employee engagement and a 30% decrease in turnover.

●Led HR digital transformation, integrating advanced HRIS systems for improved data analytics and employee self-service capabilities.

●Oversaw global talent management, including workforce planning, succession planning, and leadership development programs.

●Directed HR operations across multiple regions, ensuring compliance with local labor laws and cultural alignment.

●Implemented a company-wide competency framework, enhancing employee performance and career development.

●Launched a wellness program focused on mental health, resulting in a 20% reduction in employee absenteeism.

●Collaborated with executive leadership to manage mergers and acquisitions, including cultural integration and restructuring.

●Tackled problems and issues arising with HR processes using analytical, forward-thinking strategies.

●Created and implemented department plans to handle employee issues and other HR support activities.

●Recommended human resource policies, programs and practices to meet changing organizational needs.

●Analyzed training needs to design employee development, language training and health and safety programs.

●Maximized employee satisfaction and reduced turnover with motivational strategies and enhanced training.

●Structured company-wide benefits and compensation plans and packages.

Regional Director of Human Resources Feb 2015 - Jan 2023

Senior Lifestyle Corporation Chicago

●Helped address and resolve employee and operational issues with compliance, benefits, and policies.

●Maximized employee satisfaction and reduced turnover with motivational strategies and enhanced training.

●Prepared and reviewed compensation and benefits packages for new employees.

●Strengthened HR strategies for employee relations and management, codifying consistent standards.

●Optimized hiring strategies by forecasting hiring needs and effectively implementing recruitment initiatives.

●Incorporated changing employment laws and industry regulations into updated HR policies.

●Kept organization fully compliant with legal standards for EEO and ADA.

●Improved employee retention by increasing job satisfaction and enhancing communication.

●Developed and enhanced organizational systems, succession plans and charts.

●Administered cost-effective, well-structured benefits to employees, setting up contracts and managing paperwork.

●Interpreted and explained human resources policies, standards and regulations.

●Monitored employees through regular assessments and performance evaluations.

Executive Director of Human Resources Jul 2014 - Feb 2015

Lone Star College Houston

●Kept operations in compliance with federal, state and local legal requirements governing employers.

●Maintained staffing levels and candidate quality targets by establishing system-wide recruitment strategies.

●Guided employee actions by developing successful policies, procedures and guidelines.

●Enhanced human resources performance through focus on continuous evaluation and development.

●Managed dedicated team of human resources staff with managers, generalists and support personnel.

●Recruited and hired new employees to fill job vacancies and add talent to the department.

●Incorporated changing employment laws and industry regulations into updated HR policies.

●Optimized hiring strategies by forecasting hiring needs and effectively implementing recruitment initiatives.

●Enhanced company culture by driving continuous improvements based on sound HR practices.

Senior Regional Director of Human Resources Jan 2005 - Jul 2014

Brookdale Senior Living/Horizon Bay Senior Living Houston

Established company - wide metrics for monitoring and measuring regional and total company turnover, HR budget, litigation, and management terminations.

●Improved a compensation program that was proven to drive revenue growth by 21% devising an enhanced commission structure.

●Streamlined talent management, leadership development, and performance - based compensation process across sales and marketing teams in 60 U.S. locations

●Conducted key aspects of over 20 acquisitions to include retention of employees, first and second year plans, alignment of job titles, strategy assessments, and HR and synergy gap assessments.

●Revitalized recruitment processes, introducing employer branding strategies that reduced time to hire by 25%.

●Initiated an employee feedback system that informed several key policy changes and improved overall job satisfaction.

●Managed a team of HR professionals, fostering their professional growth and effectiveness in HR service delivery.

Core Skills

Strategic HR Planning, Organizational Development, HR Technology and Analytics, Global HR Operations, Leadership and Executive Coaching, Talent Acquisition and Management, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Culture Development, Develop and Implement Strategies, Accounting, Develop and Implement Strategies, Build Rapport, Disciplinary Actions, Onboarding Process, Performance Management, Positive Work Environment, Third Party Software, Training and Development, Thoroughness, Calm Demeanor, Critical Thinker, Presentation, Foster Collaboration, Time Management, Written Communications

Education

University of Phoenix Nov 2013

Master of Business Administration

University of Phoenix Nov 2006

Master of Human Resource Management

Auburn University Dec 1991

Bachelor of Arts

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