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Candra Bryant

Chief Operating Officer

Professional Summary



Candra Bryant, MBA, PHR, SHRM-CP, serves as the Chief Operating Officer at Hanna Resource Group, an HR-focused consulting firm dedicated to building better businesses and developing 'Best Places to Work'. She holds an MBA from Northern Kentucky University and the European Summer School of Advanced Management, as well as a Bachelor’s degree from Georgetown College. She maintains her Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certification through the Human Resources Certification Institute and is a Society of Human Resource Certified Professional (SHRM-CP).

Professional Experience



Candra leads operations at Hanna Resource Group and has a robust background in HR management, with extensive experience in both corporate roles and consulting. Her notable roles include:

  • HR Leader for a Commercial Real-Estate Firm

  • HR Head for a Large, National Food Brokerage Company

  • Establishment of Compensation Programs for a National Third-Party Logistics Organization


At Hanna Resource Group, she oversees comprehensive HR functions such as:

  • Development of Market-Based Compensation Plans

  • Incentive and Executive Compensation Plans

  • Sales Compensation

  • Wage and Hour Regulations

  • Performance Management Systems


Moreover, Candra leads:

  • HR Audits

  • Training and Development Programs

  • Strategic Planning Initiatives

  • Succession Planning

  • Recruiting

  • HR Policies and Procedures

  • Employee Engagement Initiatives


Key Achievements



Public Speaking Engagements


  • Kentucky Dam Marina: Presented alongside Lyle Hanna.

  • Central Kentucky SHRM: Discussed the significance of succession planning.


Notable Host Events


  • Best Places to Work in Kentucky: Co-hosted an event entertaining over 1200 attendees.


Advocacy


  • Kentucky State Supreme Court: Advocated alongside Chase Adams for a client.


Women in Networking


  • Frankfort Area Event: Spoke with Christie Jackson on networking for women professionals.


Bar Association Activity


  • Co-hosted presentations and discussions regarding HR best practices and legal compliance at various venues.


Contact Information



  • Email: candra@hannaresource.com

  • Phone: (859) 977-9425


  • Company Address:

  • Lexington: 3229 Summit Square Pl., Suite 250, Lexington, KY 40509

  • Louisville: 3044 Bardstown Rd., #291, Louisville, KY 40205


Professional Recognition


Candra Bryant is recognized within the HR professional community for her leadership and success in improving company performance through strategic HR initiatives. Her active roles and contributions to events affirm her commitment to excellence in HR practices.