I am a seasoned Human Resources professional with nearly 2 decades of experience in various aspects of the HR function, specifically in the retail corporate office environment. A believer in lifelong learning and self-development, I'm a participant in a number of social/professional networks with the goal of staying current in HR trends, technology, and best practices while sharing knowledge with and learning from HR colleagues across the country and throughout the world. I'm a co-founder, editor, and contributing writer for Women of HR (www.womenofhr.com), a community dedicated to women, human resources, leadership, and business. I am recognized as a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) by the Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI) as well as a SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP).