Courtney Kirk, SPHR

Director, HR Business Partnership

Professional Overview
Courtney Kirk is an experienced HR leader with a proven track record of driving organizational transformation and optimizing talent management strategies. As the Director of HR Business Partnership at Wayspring, she leverages her deep expertise in human resources, performance management, and change management to empower teams and support the company's strategic objectives.

Experience Summary

Current Role
As the Director of HR Business Partnership at Wayspring, Courtney is responsible for aligning HR initiatives with the company's business goals. She oversees the development and implementation of tailored HR solutions, including performance management programs, employee engagement initiatives, and learning and development opportunities. Under her leadership, Wayspring has achieved a 15% increase in employee retention and a 20% improvement in team productivity.

Career Progression
Prior to her current role, Courtney held various HR-focused positions at Wayspring, including HR Business Partner and HR Manager. In these roles, she played a pivotal part in streamlining HR processes, enhancing the employee experience, and fostering a collaborative and inclusive work culture. Earlier in her career, Courtney gained valuable experience in people operations, digital solutions, and content creation at Acxiom and MMA Creative.

Academic Background
Courtney holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communication and International Business from Belmont University. She is a certified Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) and is dedicated to ongoing professional development to stay up-to-date with the latest HR trends and best practices.

Areas of Expertise

• Strategic HR business partnering

• Performance management and talent development

• Employee engagement and change management

• Compliance and risk mitigation

• People analytics and data-driven decision making

Professional Impact
Courtney's leadership and innovative approach have made a significant impact on the organizations she has served. At Wayspring, she spearheaded the implementation of a robust performance management system that led to a 25% increase in employee productivity and a 20% improvement in manager effectiveness. Courtney is also an active contributor to the HR community, regularly sharing her insights and best practices at industry conferences and events.

Conclusion
With her extensive HR expertise, strategic mindset, and commitment to driving positive organizational change, Courtney Kirk is poised to continue making a lasting impact in her role as Director of HR Business Partnership at Wayspring. Her dedication to empowering teams and aligning HR initiatives with business objectives make her a valuable asset to any organization.