Gina Dewar M.S., SHRM-CP, PCC

VP of Employee Relations and Development @ Interstate Waste Services, Inc.

About

With over a decade of HR leadership, I bring expertise in employee relations, career development, and M&A integrations to Interstate Waste Services, where I currently serve as VP of Employee Relations and Development. Dedicated to fostering a positive workplace culture, my mission aligns with the organization’s goals of empowering employees and driving excellence. My collaborative approach and data-driven strategies enable me to contribute to shaping an engaged and high-performing workforce that thrives on shared success. At Interstate Waste Services, I lead a dynamic team of HR professionals, implementing impactful career development initiatives and managing employee and labor relations for a workforce of over 3,000 employees. My role also includes overseeing HR M&A integrations to ensure seamless transitions and alignment with organizational objectives. By leveraging strong expertise in human capital management, I drive results that empower teams and support business growth.

Country

United States

City

New York City Metropolitan Area

Industry

Environmental Services

Skill

Human Capital Management, Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A), Data Analysis, HR Operations, Training and Development (HR), Workforce Analytics, Culture Change, Driving Results, Change Management, Employee Benefits Design, HR Analytics, Collective Bargaining, Recruiting, Talent Management, Employee Relations, Deferred Compensation, Leadership Development, Performance Management, New Hire Orientations, Applicant Tracking Systems

Experience

VP of Employee Relations and Development

Interstate Waste Services, Inc.

2024-1 - Present · 2 yrs 9 mos

Greater New York Area

• Lead teams of HR Business Partners and Learning and Development professionals across the organization. • Manage employee and labor relations for over 3,000 employees, ensuring a positive workplace culture. • Manage career development initiatives to empower employees and drive organizational success. • Responsible for HR M&A integrations, facilitating smooth transitions and alignment with corporate goals.

Head of People and Culture

Spectrum Automotive Holdings Corp.

2020-6 - 2024-1 · 3 yrs 8 mos

Fairfield, New Jersey, United States

• Reported directly to the CEO, driving HR initiatives that aligned with corporate strategies. • Developed and implemented innovative training programs to boost employee engagement and retention. • Led HR due diligence for the integration of 17 companies during M&A, enhancing organizational cohesion. • Established comprehensive HR policies to support company goals and foster a positive workplace culture. •Achieved Best Places to Work in NJ.

Chief Human Resources Officer

BRAVO! Building Services, a KBS Company

2019-4 - 2020-6 · 1 yr 3 mos

Bridgewater, New Jersey

• Reported directly to the CEO, driving strategic HR initiatives across the organization. • Developed and implemented new HRIS/ATS systems, enhancing recruitment and onboarding efficiency. • Established comprehensive SOPs and policies, significantly improving the employee experience for over 3,000 staff. • Successfully negotiated benefits, transitioning the company from fully insured to self-insured, optimizing costs.

Vice President of Human Resources

Planned Companies

2016-7 - 2019-4 · 2 yrs 10 mos

Parsippany, New Jersey

• Reported directly to the CEO, overseeing a 16-member HR team across 17 states. • Developed strategic HR programs, achieving a 30% increase in employee retention. • Implemented HR KPIs and overhauled benefits to enhance employee satisfaction. • Led talent acquisition and employer branding initiatives for a workforce of over 4,000 employees.

Director of Human Resources

AMOREPACIFIC

2015-6 - 2016-7 · 1 yr 2 mos

New York, New York

• Directed HR operations for the US and Canada, enhancing employee relations and engagement. • Spearheaded talent acquisition initiatives, successfully implementing RPO strategies that improved hiring efficiency. • Collaborated with Korean and French HR teams to align global HR practices, fostering a cohesive organizational culture.

Human Resources Manager

Samsung Electronics America

2012-10 - 2015-6 · 2 yrs 9 mos

Ridgefield Park, New Jersey

• First Human Resources Business Partner to support corporate functions. •Spearheaded talent acquisition for key corporate functions including marketing, sales, finance, IT, and supply chain. • Collaborated with consultants on the merger of Samsung Electronics and Samsung America, ensuring a smooth transition. • Assisted on the redesign of corporate structure to enhance operational efficiency, resulting in improved management effectiveness. •Traveled to South Korea to partner with parent company HR to ensure synchronization of special HR initiatives in US.