Sharon Ray

As a global CHRO and leader, I bring extensive expertise in human capital management, developed across diverse business environments, from start-ups to large corporations such as Kraft Foods, Emmi Solutions, and Solstice Consulting. I collaborate with executive leaders to enhance employee loyalty through effective retention strategies, diversity initiatives, leadership development programs, and a commitment to excellence. Renowned for my proficiency in conflict resolution and my ability to build strong relationships, I serve as a trusted advisor and coach to CEOs and executive management teams, especially during times of transition, global expansion, compensation challenges, succession planning, and talent management. Professional Achievements: - Kraft Foods: Enhanced internal talent deployment strategies, identified and addressed gaps in diversity and work-life balance, leading to significant improvements in employee retention. - S. Thompson & Associates: Supported growing organizations in developing and optimizing HR strategies and practices. Crafted tailored HR plans, assessed leadership gaps, and coached leaders to understand their organizational impact. - Solstice Consulting: Restructured and implemented processes for the People organization, ensuring cohesive service delivery in an environment lacking a formal management structure. - Emmi Solutions: Transformed the HR function to provide strategic direction for employee acquisition and retention, expanding the employee base from 25 to 175 through an effective recruiting program. - Panopta, LLC: Developed the HR function and implemented formal performance management processes, optimized hiring and documentation procedures, and centralized system processes in-house.