Kellie Ohr
Director of People and Culture · WesternTrust
Huntington Beach, CA
In My Own Words
<p><p>Director of People and Culture with over 13 years of experience with enhancing operational efficiency, implementing HR support models, and managing payroll and compliance for large employee populations. Expertise in workforce planning, organizational structure, leadership development, employee relations, and data analysis. Key achievements include upgrading systems for 26 companies, impacting over 500 employees, and increasing operational efficiency by 70%. </p><p> </p><p>That aside, I am fun, kind, and courageous, and love the outdoors, camping, paddle boarding, cycling, and hiking... I love to get out and have fun, and connect with family, friends, and nature. We have a beautiful world to explore and I take advantage of that every chance I get. <br /></p></p>
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Director of People and Culture
WesternTrust2022 – Present
Enhanced operational efficiency by upgrading systems of record, migrating {26} companies to a sustainable workflow. Led internal growth strategies across {13+} markets, implementing HR and People/Culture support models, impacting {300+} employees. Managed payroll, compliance, and policy oversight across North America for {500+} employees, ensuring legal and financial integrity.
Operations Manager
TruNorthe2020 – 2022
Promoted to Western Trust for demonstrating leadership skills Poised the company for growth, increasing operational efficiency by {70%} Created {5} new internal processes and {3} departments, enhancing organizational structure Migrated to MS 365 universe Successfully migrated to Rippling, integrating {10+} software applications for {100+} employees Developed benefits and performance review systems, improving employee satisfaction by {15%} Lead recruiter for each division in several states built an 85% efficiency rate for each role
Talent Acquisition and Development Manager
Pramira, Inc2018 – 2020
Managed {50+} projects, oversaw HR for {100+} employees, and led recruiting efforts, enhancing office operational efficiency.
Office Administrator/HR Specialist
MobileNet Services2011 – 2018
Streamlined internal communications, enhancing team efficiency across {4} key departments Led digital marketing campaigns, reaching over {10,000} social media followers and coordinating {5} corporate events annually Managed staff augmentation, successfully staffing projects with {20+} vendors including Nokia, Verizon, and T-Mobile Processed payrolls, improved processes by 75%, and maintained labor law and compliance for several US states and territories
Optician and Business Administrator
Chao Vision Institute2009 – 2011
Dispensed glasses and contacts to patients along with reception and administrative tasks for the doctor and associates.
Graphic Designer
Mega Brands2009 – 2010
Freelance designer of toy and home office product line packaging.
Office Administrator/Dispensing Optician
Newport Eye Physicians2006 – 2009
Dispensed corrective lenses to patients and provided administrative assistance to doctors.

Graphic Artist
Brand ID2005 – 2006
Created production art for trim and accessory items for surf/skate/snow/motoX companies.
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