Darlene R.

Need experienced HR leadership without hiring a full-time HR Director? I'm a SHRM-CP certified HR executive, U.S. Air Force veteran, SHRM Certification Prep Instructor, and founder of Grateful Synergies HR Consulting with more than 20 years of experience helping organizations solve HR challenges, improve compliance, recruit exceptional talent, and build high-performing workplaces. Whether you need a trusted Fractional HR partner, an experienced recruiter, HR compliance expertise, executive resume writing, or strategic guidance on a complex employee issue, I bring executive-level HR experience without the cost of a full-time HR Director. Why clients hire me: ✔ 20+ years of HR leadership ✔ SHRM-CP Certified ✔ U.S. Air Force Veteran ✔ SHRM Certification Prep Instructor ✔ HR Director supporting organizations with 1,000+ employees ✔ Built multiple HR departments from the ground up ✔ Multi-state HR compliance expert ✔ Executive recruiting & talent acquisition ✔ Workplace investigations & employee relations ✔ Multiple HRIS implementations ✔ Multiple ICE I-9 audits with zero fines Fractional HR Consulting: I partner with organizations that need experienced HR leadership on a flexible basis. Whether your company has no HR department or needs additional executive-level support, I can step in immediately to provide practical, compliant, and business-focused solutions. Areas of expertise include: • HR Compliance Audits • Employee Relations & Workplace Investigations • Policy & Employee Handbook Development • Compensation & Performance Management • Benefits Administration & Open Enrollment • HRIS & Payroll System Implementation • Onboarding & Offboarding Programs • Organizational Development • Multi-State Employment Compliance • Project Management • Executive HR Advisory Recruiting & Talent Acquisition: Hiring the right employee goes far beyond matching a resume to a job description. My interview process is designed to evaluate technical qualifications, cultural fit, communication style, emotional intelligence, and long-term success within your organization. I ask thoughtful, targeted questions that uncover how candidates communicate, solve problems, collaborate with others, and align with your organization's values. After every interview, I provide detailed written feedback that includes: • Technical qualifications • Cultural fit assessment • Communication style • Strengths and potential concerns • Overall hiring recommendation • Risk Factors and retention potential This enables my clients to make confident hiring decisions while significantly reducing costly hiring mistakes. Executive Resume Writing & Career Services With more than 20 years of experience developing executive, professional, and federal resumes, I have helped professionals across virtually every industry, from entry-level employees to C-suite executives, secure interviews and advance their careers. Services include: • ATS-Optimized Resume Writing • Executive & Leadership Resumes • Federal Resumes • LinkedIn Profile Optimization • Interview Coaching • Career Strategy Government Contracting Certifications: As the owner of a certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned and Woman-Owned Small Business, I help businesses navigate state and federal certification programs that open the door to government contracting opportunities. I assist with preparing and submitting certification applications so clients can compete for set-aside contracts with confidence. What You Can Expect: My clients value responsiveness, professionalism, transparency, and practical solutions that deliver results. I believe in building long-term relationships and becoming a trusted advisor, not simply completing a project. Whether you need a Fractional HR Director, executive recruiter, compliance expert, HRIS implementation consultant, or executive resume writer, I bring more than 20 years of executive HR experience and a commitment to delivering practical, business-focused solutions. I look forward to partnering with you.