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Karen

Senior HR Business Partner | Organizational Health & Employee Relations Strategist | Trusted Advisor

About Me

Karen is an SPHR‑certified Senior HR Business Partner and Employee Relations expert with more than fifteen years of experience helping leaders and teams navigate the moments that matter. Known for her calm, steady presence, Karen specializes in complex employee relations, investigations, conflict resolution, and leadership coaching. She partners with leaders to bring clarity to ambiguity, strengthen communication, and build healthy, high‑trust workplaces where people can do their best work.

Jurisdiction

United States

Experience

Seniority LevelMid-Senior level
Years of Experience15-20 years
Current StatusActive
Senior Talent Business PartnerGreenway Health
2021 - 2025

The Senior Talent Management Business Partner is a strategic HR role responsible for developing and executing talent strategies that drive organizational success. This senior-level position will work closely with business leaders to align talent initiatives with business goals, focusing on leadership development, employee engagement, succession planning, and organizational effectiveness. The role is integral to the growth and development of the workforce, ensuring that the right talent is in place to achieve business objectives now and in the future. This role is designed for a seasoned HR leader who is passionate about talent strategy and driving business success. The individual in this role is a trusted advisor to senior leaders, playing a critical role in shaping the future of the organization’s talent and culture.

Talent Business PartnerGreenway Health
2018 - 2021

The Talent Management Business Partner will play a key role in aligning talent strategies with business objectives by working closely with leaders and teams across various departments. This role involves providing expertise in talent management processes, leadership development, employee engagement, succession planning, and performance management. The TMBP will act as a strategic advisor to business leaders, driving the development of talent, improving organizational effectiveness, and building a culture of employee engagement. This role offers creative solutions, coaching or advice, root cause analysis, data analysis, and subject matter expertise in various situations.

GeneralistCardinal Health
2008 - 2018

Served as a trusted HR partner across multiple facilities during a period of significant organizational change, supporting leaders through acquisitions, centralization, and evolving workforce needs. Built strong relationships with frontline managers and senior leaders, strengthening operational readiness, employee engagement, and compliance.

Education

Degree of Business AdministrationStrayer University
2010 - 2015

Certification

Total Certifications1

Senior Professional Human Resources

HRCI

2026 - 2029

Credential ID: 600651802

Skills

Core skills10
Interests7
Languages1

Skills

Employee Relations
Change Management
Performance Management
Succession Planning
Leadership Development
Coaching
Onboarding
Offboarding
Workforce Planning
Compliance

Interests

Employee Relations
Leadership Coaching
Organizational Culture
Conflict Resolution
Employee Engagement
Performance Management
Investigations/Risk Mitigation

Languages

English