Danielle Lakos

Fractional Chief People Officer

Andover, United States

Experience

Jan 2024 - Present
1 year 6 months
Los Angeles, United States

Fractional Chief People Officer

ATAK Interactive

  • Lead change management initiatives to support organizational growth and transformation. Develop and implement strategies to manage and communicate change effectively within the organization.
  • Manage performance review processes to evaluate employee performance and set development goals. Coach and support managers in conducting effective performance discussions. Develop and monitor employee performance improvement plans.
  • Oversee the recruitment process to attract and retain top talent. Develop and maintain a talent pipeline for key positions within the organization. Conduct onboarding and offboarding processes, ensuring a smooth transition for employees.
  • Ensure compliance with labor laws and regulations. Develop, update, and communicate HR policies and procedures. Manage employee relations issues, including conflict resolution and disciplinary actions. Provide guidance on legal compliance related to HR practices and policies.
  • Monitor and analyze HR metrics to identify trends and areas for improvement. Prepare and present HR reports to the executive team. Utilize HR analytics to drive data-informed decisions.
  • Develop and execute HR strategies aligned with the company's goals and objectives under the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) framework. Design and implement HR policies and procedures to ensure compliance and operational efficiency. Provide strategic HR guidance to the executive team to support business growth and development.
Jan 2024 - Present
1 year 6 months
Nashville, United States

HR Consultant

Industrial Strength Marketing

  • Collaborate with senior leadership to execute staff reorganization and augmentation strategies, aligning HR practices with business goals. Spearhead the introduction of a comprehensive professional development program, fostering an environment of continuous learning and growth.
  • Lead the strategic development and management of a robust talent pipeline to improve Industrial’s capability to respond to project needs quickly with high-quality contract and full-time employees.
  • Direct the coordination and implementation of health benefits enrollment and the enhancement of HRIS functionalities to streamline HR operations and improve user experience.
Jan 2020 - Dec 2023
3 years
San Francisco, United States

AVP, People & Culture

ROI·DNA

  • Led the strategic guidance of ROI·DNA’s people operations to foster organizational growth through effective workforce planning, development, and enhanced employee experience initiatives.
  • Conducted engagement surveys, orchestrated a comprehensive benefits and compensation strategy and facilitated bi-annual performance reviews to cultivate a high-performance and recognition culture.
  • Managed a full spectrum of talent management processes, including recruitment, onboarding, offboarding, and succession planning, ensuring leadership continuity and organizational resilience.
  • Developed and executed manager training programs and employee enablement initiatives, empowering team members to achieve their full potential.
  • Ensured compliance with employment laws and regulations, managed company risk exposure, and advised on best practices and legal and ethical standards to uphold a robust compliance framework.
  • Designed and implemented skills-based development programs, provided total rewards market updates, and drove strategic initiatives to keep compensation and benefits competitive and equitable.
  • Defined and executed a data-driven DEI strategy to enhance diversity at all levels of the organization, fostering an inclusive and respectful workplace culture.
  • Advanced operational excellence and health & wellbeing programs, ensuring a positive employee experience through streamlined HR processes and accurate people data management.
  • Hired, trained, and managed an agile recruiting team, fostering a high-performance culture.
Jan 2014 - Dec 2021
8 years
Chelmsford, United States

Talent Acquisition Manager

Harte Hanks

  • Managed global Talent Acquisition team, achieving hiring goals.
  • Recruited professionals across multiple departments.
  • Aligned talent acquisition strategy with company values.
  • Built a pipeline for current and future hiring demands.
  • Implemented Early Career Development Internship program.
  • Updated recruitment collateral and company website.
  • Transitioned from UltiPro to SAP SuccessFactors.
  • Implemented DocuSign and HireRight.
Jan 2008 - Dec 2015
7 years
Boston, United States

HR Manager

Rapid7, Eduventures & Digital Bungalow

  • Managed relationships with hiring managers, recruited top talent, managed orientation and training, and aligned HR initiatives with business needs.
Jan 2008 - Dec 2015
7 years
Boston, United States

Senior HR Consultant

Rapid7, Eduventures & Digital Bungalow

  • Developed training strategies, provided workforce planning coaching, advised on talent management, and recruited various professionals.
Jan 2008 - Dec 2015
7 years
Boston, United States

U.S. Recruiting Manager

Rapid7, Eduventures & Digital Bungalow

  • Managed U.S. recruiting team, overseeing the entire recruitment lifecycle, enhancing recruiting programs, liaising with senior leadership, and tracking key metrics.

Summary

Dynamic and results-oriented People Strategist experience driving HR strategies and initiatives. Adept at fostering positive company culture, enhancing employee engagement, and ensuring compliance with HR policies.

Languages

English
Native

Education

Cabrini University

Liberal Arts, Sociology · Wayne, United States