Optimize HR Costs

Thursday, August 15, at 1:00 PM ET | 10:00 AM PT

Webinar Summary 


In the face of global economic uncertainty, many organizations are bracing for slow, if any, growth in the coming years. As a result, HR finds itself under pressure to not only retain top talent but also to demonstrate tangible value, align strategically with organizational goals, and carefully manage labor and HR costs. Embedding cost optimization into the HR organization as a business discipline will ensure readiness for unforeseen challenges. Proactive management of finances before reactive measures are needed showcase the HR organization’s contribution to the organization.

Join our analysts as they do a deep dive on how to:

  • Optimize and sustain HR costs.
  • Balance cost optimization with targeted and strategic investments.
  • Create a cost optimization roadmap with metrics to evaluate progress.

 

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This program has been approved for one continuing professional development (CPD) hour under Section A of the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Log of the Human Resource Professionals Association (HRPA).

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HR Certification Institute’s® (www.HRCI.org) official seal confirms that McLean & Company meets the criteria for pre-approved recertification credit(s) for any of HRCI’s eight credentials, including SPHR® and PHR®.

 

Webinar Speakers

 

Lexi Hambides

Director, Human Resources Research & Advisory Services, McLean & Company

  • Lexi is passionate about the value of HR as a strategic business partner and as an integral part of organizational success. Prior to joining McLean & Company, Lexi held a variety of positions in HR in a diverse range of industries and developed deep HR knowledge in the areas of talent acquisition, HR strategy, and employee experience. She couples her knowledge in HR with experience in the Marketing function to develop HR initiatives that are designed to directly impact engagement, performance, and financial results.

  • Lexi holds an Honours Bachelor of Commerce from McMaster University and a Masters in Human Resources Management from York University.

 

Kelly Berte

Director, Human Resources Research & Advisory Services, McLean & Company

  • Kelly Berte is a Director, HR Research & Advisory Services, with McLean & Company. She brings energy to translating scientific concepts to real-world application for HR leaders, promoting human-centered change that helps organizations support their people to be at their best.

  • Prior to joining McLean & Company, Kelly worked in a variety of cross-functional HR roles, building her expertise in holistic wellbeing, engagement, change management, leadership development, and HR operations.

  • Kelly holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Health Promotion from the University of Iowa, as well as a Master of Science degree in Organization Development and Leadership from St. Joseph’s University in Philadelphia, PA.

 

Ruffa Delfin

Analyst, Human Resources Research & Advisory Services, McLean & Company

  • Ruffa Delfin is an Analyst in McLean & Company’s HR Research and Advisory Services. Workplace culture, talent acquisition, and learning and development are among her areas of interest. She is deeply committed to assisting organizations in creating an inclusive work environment that fosters employee growth and development.

  • Prior to joining McLean & Company, Ruffa worked in the healthcare sector where she gained experience in recruitment and training and development. She oversaw team onboarding and training with a focus on culture and collaboration.

  • Ruffa earned her bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management at York University in Toronto, Ontario.

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