CaribHRForum Virtual Conference 2022 – HR Analytics

Author of Perfect-Time Based Productivity and management consultant in productivity and strategy

Liz is a certified Change Management Practitioner with PROSCI, the global leader in change
management solutions and a Senior Professional in Human Resources through HRCI. With 15 years’ experience in HR and leadership, she has committed herself to the study and application of change management.

Elizabeth led major changes within organizations including transitioning a value-add business to revenue-generating, shifting local company-wide processes to align with international standards, implementing new digital tools and ways of working and designing a culture focused on customer-centricity.

She derives joy in partnering with leaders to deepen their “bench strength”, build capabilities and witness transformations within teams.

With over 15 years-experiences in the Financial Services Industry, Cleora is the resident expert on retirement planning at RF Bank & Trust. In her current role as Vice President of Pensions Services, she is responsible for the direction and execution of all pension-related products and services. Cleora has a passion for helping people build the retirement of their dreams and has a track record of bridging the gap between company requirements and employee needs. She holds a Bachelor of Commerce Degree in Finance, has successfully completed the Canadian Securities Course (CSC) and Level 1 of the Chartered Financial Analyst Program. Ms. Farquharson is also a Chartered Investment Manager and an Associate of the Bahamas Institute of Financial Services.

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CIO of REEDS Jewellers and lecturer at UWI-Mona School of Business and UWI's Arthur Lok Jack Global School of Business.

Ricardo Allen created One on One to meet the varying needs of students and professionals across the Caribbean. Through personalized online learning solutions, One on One brings education to people from all walks of life, motivating them to learn with purpose and confidence. With e-courses that span numerous topics and industries and an award-winning learning management system, the company powers regional governments, businesses and schools, impacting the lives of over a million people across more than 10 territories.

Samantha is a dynamic organisational development specialist with more than 20 years of experience in the financial services and hospitality industries. Samantha has been a professional trainer for over fifteen years and has developed programmes to train trainers and has trained and led teams through organisational change.

"Chike Farrell is a leader with a unique, simultaneous lens into multiple worlds.
His experience spans executive leadership of the marketing function in high-growth US tech industry startups, and entrepreneurial experience as founder of the Caribbean Ideas group, based in Trinidad & Tobago.

The Caribbean Ideas group is all about delivering Caribbean competitive edge, and includes Synapse, a 13-year-old integrated marketing agency, plus Caribbean Academy, a hybrid training and e-learning company that is harnessing Caribbean knowledge at scale to help regional businesses upskill their talent.

Chike has worked closely with HR partners on talent acquisition, team engagement and culture building both as an entrepreneur and international executive. He understands and will share how the best HR professionals can use data to influence execs and earn a seat at the leadership table.
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Georgia is no stranger to presenting at conferences and credits her proficiency in that arena to her years of involvement with Toastmasters International.

Desrine McFarlane is an experienced Human Resource Consultant, Leadership Coach, and Keynote Speaker with 27 years experience serving public, private, and international Organizations.

She has a Bachelors of Science Degree in Business Administration from Northern Caribbean University, and a Master of Science Degree in Human Resource Management from Florida International University.

Her Motto is, If BETTER is possible, GOOD is not enough!
www.legacyhrm.com

Rita has consulted with global clients in various industries, helping them shape and foster workflow learning. She brings extensive experience in building, inspiring, and developing high performing L&D teams. Rita is currently collaborating with the Canadian federal government to transform the country’s benefits program, and leading a team of L&D professionals to develop cutting edge digital solutions that addresses business and human needs.

Tameka Stewart is a learning enthusiast who is the talent behind TMS Learning Management Consultancy that was started in 2019. She has a Ms in Instructional Design with a concentration in Learning and Performance Improvement from Walden University. Tameka has worked in the field of L&D for over eight (8) years at the management level.

https://transformativeinstructionaldesign.weebly.com/

Partner: Milestones and Lifestyle Planning Services

> FSC Licensed Life Insurance Sales Representative and Pensions Consultant

> Specializes in Jamaica’s Approved Retirement Savings Plans including State Benefits

> Enjoy collaborating with Corporate HR Managers for the establishment and support of Approved Superannuation Funds (ASF) and Approved Retirement Scheme (ARS) retirement savings plans

> Lived and worked in 5 Caribbean islands;

> Enjoys the HR relationships for Retirement Financial & Lifestyle planning to fulfill the purpose of Retirement Savings Plans: to provide the CAPITAL for a guaranteed lifetime indexed income when a life event occurs: disability, old age and upon death.

Nyasha Mupfumi is the partner manager at the Academy to Innovate HR (AIHR), the largest online HR Community in the world with over 500 000 monthly visitors from 140 countries. AIHR trains HR professionals in more than 325 of the Fortune 500. Nyasha partners with HR associations to build more practical and in-demand L&D initiatives that train HR professionals on using data, digital solutions, and having a sense of business acumen to help them become strategic partners to their business.

Lisa is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Computing & Information Technology at the University of Technology, Jamaica. She completed her PhD in the field of technology enhanced learning with her dissertation examining gamification with digital badges. Her research publication and interests include gamification, case writing and computing education.

Erik van Vulpen is the founder of the Academy to Innovate HR (AIHR), the largest online HR Community in the world with over 500 000 monthly visitors from 140 countries. AIHR trains HR professionals in more than 325 of the Fortune 500. Erik is a globally recognized HR thought leader in digital and people analytics skills, as well as a regular speaker on learning and upskilling in HR.

Rekha is a Human Resources professional with over fifteen (15) years of experience. She is passionate in assisting individuals reach their full potential as well as supporting organizations in meeting their deliverables. Interests: Blogging, youth development, people engagement, alternative energy.

A Senior Management Consultant and Human Resources practitioner whose passion lies in Organisational Transformation through strategic Project Management, Human Capital Training & Development, Leadership and holistic Talent Management. My professional objective is to continually highlight the utility of people; as they are the greatest asset of any organization - even with the constant technological advancements being made and the advent of Artificial Intelligence within the workplace/force.

I am a Senior Principal at Mercer who works directly with client stakeholders in identifying and understanding what drives employee outcomes such as those related to pay equity, strategic workforce planning, turnover, performance reviews and promotions. I am passionate about data! I love to explore the use of new scientific and evidence-based practices and data visualization tools to provide insights on employees and how they drive success in a company. I talk to stakeholders about research in a way that demystifies the numbers and provides actionable solutions. I am a distinguished speaker and author with an extensive list of publications and presentations that address current issues in people analytics and labor economics. I have also been interviewed for several podcasts and HR publications.

Hallie Bregman is an accomplished talent leader, passionate about culture and innovation. Hallie is currently the Founder and CEO of The Bregman Group, LLC, where she helps companies use data, analytics, and technology to develop people strategies that improve employee outcomes. Experienced in high growth technology companies, she is focused on building inclusive practices and designing novel, data-driven talent strategies. Hallie is recognized as a visionary in crafting full-funnel data solutions and leveraging innovative technology, and is a thought leader in the talent space, as featured in HR Tech, HR Leaders Live, RedThread Research, etc. Hallie also advises several startups (TeamLift, WorkLlama) on their HR Tech growth journey, and enjoys supporting new developments in HR Technology.

Dr. Thomas is a Human Resource Manager in the British Virgin Islands

Kalifa Oliver is the Managing Partner of her own management consulting firm DeepDive Talent Insights & Analytics. She has consulted for several Fortune-500 companies focused on employee experience, organizational listening, and people analytics. She is a trusted an advisor to leaders including C-Suite executives across multiple industries.

Certified HR professional with a demonstrated history of working in an HR capacity within the banking industry. Skilled in Manpower Planning, Coaching, Data Analysis and Business Reporting, Talent Acquisition, Performance Management, Strategic Planning and Budgeting. Certified HR professional from SHRM, Certified behavioural coach, graduated with MBA from University of Bedfordshire Business School trained in psychometric interviews and assessments with Talent Plus.

"Dr.Wynette Harewood - Human Resource Management Consultant, Programme Lead for
the Master in Human Resource Management at the University of the West Indies (UWI) Arthur
LokJack Global School of Business, completed
her graduate and postgraduate education at UWI,
graduating in 2017 with high commendations for
her doctoral research. She has undertaken consulting assignments in T&T, several English-
speaking Caribbean countries, the Seychelles, Botswana, and the Kingdom of Eswatini* A
certified SHRM-SCP, member of the Human Resource Management Association of T&T, road
runner, artisan chocolate maker and mother, she is planning to launch her first book in
September 2022.
*formerly the Kingdom of Swaziland,Africa."

Rawati or Rae as everyone calls her is the Creator of “Aha! Moments." \ Her lifelong passion for technology led Rae into a career where she gained experience spanning from IT Management, Governance, Security, Analytics consulting, Coaching, and Training. She has designed and conducted several training and enablement workshops geared toward growing a culture of analytics throughout the Caribbean.

She guest Universities across the region and is also the TT Chapter Lead for Women in Data.

Rae’s mission is to drive awareness about all things data by helping people see and understand their data in ways they have never done before. She’s helping data citizens one “Aha! Moment” at a time.

Simmone is a seasoned, certified speaker, corporate trainer, personal development coach, HR
strategist & consultant, leadership advisor, men’s empowerment advocate, educator, mentor,
newspaper columnist, soulful singer, and radio & television host. She was named as a Caribbean
Women to Watch in honor of Women’s History Month 2016 and was honored as a Mentor of the
Year by Project Bahamas in 2022. She has authored 7 books including Help! I Need a Job, By
Design: Principles for Choosing a Career, and her 2020 release Me First: A Self Love Guide for
Purposeful Women, and her 2021 release Purpose Push! Devotional Planner. Her upcoming
releases are No More Tears and Stop Sabotaging Yourself!
Simmone is particularly passionate about incorporating the elements of optimism, purpose and
emotional intelligence in her programs and presentations. intimate coaching and mentoring
retreats, books, speaking and consulting services.
Simmone has achieved numerous certifications in vocational education, HR administration, and
training with a BA in English and MSc in Career and Human Resource Development.

Since 2004, Ms. Cawley has been providing HR Consulting services to small and medium-sized businesses, while concurrently working in corporate Jamaica. She served as Group HR Manager for Amber Group, Operations Manager for DHL Jamaica Ltd. Human Resource & Training Manager for DHL Jamaica and the Cayman Islands, Senior Director, Human Resource Services and Lecturer in Human Resource Management at the International University of the Caribbean. Ms. Cawley served for nine (9) years at GraceKennedy Ltd. working directly with the Chief Human Resource Officers for both the Investments and Foods Divisions during her tenure.

Ingrid Wilson is a Senior Human Resources Executive & CHRO and Diversity, Inclusion and Equity Strategist, with 30 years of global experience in corporate human resources, board, and business strategy. Ingrid is a recipient of the Top 25 DEI Person of the Year Award, 2021, The Canadian Multicultural Group. She is currently the Senior Director, Culture, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for Walmart Canada and serves on several community and advisory member boards, including as a Board Director, Governance and Audit at the Canadian Association of Black Insurance Professionals (CABIP).

Jenna is an Organizational Effectiveness Consultant at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York

Dwight has 25 years of progressive experience leading analytics, data solutions management, and technology operations focusing on advanced analytics, risk methodologies, and strategy development. He spent 22 years at a large multi-specialty medical provider, where he led analytics implementation and support in areas such as Quality Management, Finance, and Human Resources. In the area of Human Resources he was the principal designer and manager of an electronic performance appraisal system, and led development of organizational job description and skill-based competency assessment frameworks. At Salary.com Dwight works across all aspects of compensation analysis including benchmarking and compensation structure development and is co-host of the HR Data Labs podcast.

Consuelo is a Professor of Human Resource Development (HRD) with 30 years of global consulting experience. She has led several HR program innovations. Presently, Consuelo serves as the founding director and chief designer of the Executive Master of Science in HRD program at the University of Houston. In addition, Consuelo conducts research on executive education, learning, mergers and acquisitions, and global HRD. Consuelo has a Ph.D. in HRD from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and is the recipient of a Fulbright Student Award and a Fulbright Scholar Award.

Chevonne Agana is an Industrial and Organizational Psychologist with a specialisation in Recruitment and psychometrics. She has done extensive work in psychometrics and has also worked with numerous clients in an Assessment and Development Centre environment. She has experience both locally and regionally and is dedicated to the objective use of assessments. Chevonne is also a Certified Life Coach with a niche of Career Transition and Personal Development and has a deep interest in assisting persons to explore and develop their career passions. Chevonne is currently the Curriculum Development Manager at Caribbean Ideas Academy where her main focus is helping clients to solve problems through the use of E-Learning. She holds a BSc. (Hons.) in Psychology with a minor in Sociology (University of the West Indies) and a MSc. in Work and Organisational Psychology (University of Nottingham, U.K.).

Simone is a B2B consultant specialising in salesforce effectiveness. Her passion is helping organizations create a high-performance sales culture by providing the strategies, insights, programs and tools that optimize business results.

Her expertise stems from 20 years of real-world, practical experience working with multi-national companies in the areas of B2B commercial strategy and operations, as well as sales effectiveness and enablement.

She is also certified practitioner in the Predictive Index Behavioural Assessment and has conducted over 400 assessments that delivered key insights into job performance and a scientific approach to recruiting top talent.

Jameela is a qualified HR practitioner with over 11 years’ experience in Jamaica, Canada, USA, Germany, the UK, Barbados and St. Lucia. At present she serves as the Director of Human Resources & Corporate Services at the Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc. The Barbadian native holds a Bachelor’s of Science in Human Resources Management from the University of the West Indies, Mona Campus, Jamaica and a Master’s in Business Administration from Edinburgh Napier University, Scotland. In addition, she is currently in her final year of her LLB programme at the University of the West Indies, Cave Hill Campus.

Adele Merritt Bernard works at The University of the West Indies, Open Campus, providing consultancy services in the areas of information literacy, course development, collection development, reference & research and scholarly communication & publication. Adele has worked as a librarian and a records manager in both print and digital environments. She currently serves as the Chair of the Advocacy Working Party of the Library and Information Association of Jamaica (LIAJA) and is a Past President of the Association of Caribbean University, Research and Institutional Libraries (ACURIL).

Nadia L. Bain is an experienced Human Resources professional skilled in talent acquisition and communication. Her diverse background includes hospitality, law, finance, and business. Nadia is a graduate of St. Augustine's College, studied Human Resources Management at Sojourner-Douglass College, is a Certified Human Resources Professional and Certified Virtual Speaker. She enjoys giving back to her community and is a past member of the Rotaract Club of Nassau Sunset, Special Olympics Coach, Youth Leader at her church. Nadia has also provided Career Development Coaching for the Fox Hill Community Center, Queen's College Centre for Continuing Education, and the Lyford Cay Foundation's Focus program. Nadia is a proud Rotarian and a member of the Rotary Club of Old Fort. She is married to Rodney Bain Jr. and the couple is blessed with two children