Katie F.

I am a senior Human Resources professional with 20+ years of HR experience, including 10+ years in HR leadership roles and 7+ years providing HR consulting services. I have supported organizations ranging from small businesses with fewer than 100 employees to large, complex companies with more than 10,000 employees across multiple industries. I provide both strategic HR guidance and hands-on HR support, helping organizations solve complex people challenges, strengthen HR practices, reduce compliance risk, and build programs that support business growth and organizational effectiveness. AREAS OF HR EXPERTISE HR Strategy & Consulting – Fractional/interim HR leadership, HR assessments, policy development, process improvement, and organizational effectiveness ADA & Workplace Accommodations – Interactive process guidance and accommodation support Employee Relations – Workplace concerns, investigations, conflict resolution, performance issues, disciplinary actions, and terminations Employment Law & HR Compliance – Federal and multi-state compliance, with extensive California employment law experience, including state and local requirements Mergers & Acquisitions – HR due diligence, workforce transition planning, integration, and employee communications Performance Management – Performance programs, manager coaching, corrective action, and performance improvement Talent Management – Recruiting, onboarding, retention, succession planning, and leadership development Training & Development – Manager and employee training, leadership development, compliance training, and HR best practices Workforce Planning & Organizational Change – Business growth, restructuring, reductions in force, and Federal and California WARN Act compliance EDUCATION & CERTIFICATION Master's Degree – Organizational Leadership Bachelor's Degree – Human Resources & Business Management Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) Professional in Human Resources – California (PHR-CA) Whether you need an experienced HR leader to provide ongoing support or a consultant to address a specific HR challenge, I can provide practical, business-focused solutions tailored to your organization's needs.