Overview of the Expertise Listing or Job Posting
People-first. Strategy-driven. Results-proven. With over 35 years of experience across HR, legal, and administrative functions, I bring deep, practical expertise to every engagement. My work spans global corporations, healthcare systems, manufacturing, academic institutions, and scaling startups—delivering trusted guidance in talent development, workplace culture, compliance, conflict resolution, and organizational design.
I specialize in:
Executive & leadership coaching
HR strategy & people operations (External Trusted HR Partner - Fractional Chief Heart Officer)
Certified Emotional intelligence Practitioner (EQ-i 2.0/360)
Culture transformation & change leadership
Admin systems, structure & operational flow
Team alignment, trust-building & succession planning
Whether supporting M&A transitions, leading wellness programs (certified yoga, meditation and reiki teacher), or advising on HR challenges, I operate with heart, integrity, and clarity—always putting people at the center of the process.
(a) How many years of business or and/or other organizations experience do you have? and (b) What seniority level(s) do you have significant experience at?
- 20+ years of experience
- C-Suite level
- Executive level
- Director level
- Manager level
- Admin / Coordinator level
What functional areas do you have experience in?
- Administration
- General Management
- Operations
- Finance
- HR
- Project / Program Management
- International Business
- Technology / Technical
- Distribution, logistics, warehousing
What sectors / industries do you have significant experience in?
- Foodservice
- Retail
- Wholesale
- Hospitality
- Healthcare
- Finance and Insurance
- Human Resource Management
- Business Services (i.e. consulting, advertising, IT services)
- Processing and Manufacturing
- Transportation and Logistics
- Public Service / Administration
- Utilities
- Construction
- Information Technology and Electronics
- Science, Engineering, Technology
- Government / Civil Service
- Non-Profit / Charity
What types of products and/or services do you have significant experience with?
- Consumer products - durable
- Consumer products - technology, electronics
- Consumer products - other
- Business-to-Business Services
- Business-to-Business Technology
List any "specialty" knowledge you have?
- International business
- Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
- Sustainability (environmental and social), ESG integration
Deborah
People Strategist | 35+ Years Experience HR & People, Legal, Admin
- Canada
- CA$1,500.00 / project