Operations Manager
Greg Leskew has 12 years of experience working in Human Resources and has a strong background in project management and operational effectiveness. He has been a senior leader for over 10 years and has designed and implemented cutting-edge human resource strategies for organizations in industries including manufacturing, retail and professional services. He specializes in team-building and coaching as well as the implementation of change management initiatives.
Some of the organizations Greg has worked with include Indigo Books & Music, Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment, Pratt & Whitney and Wal-Mart.
Career Highlights
- Developing and updating human resource policies and procedures to align with current legislation and practices
- Analyzing operational effectiveness and implementing new processes and procedures in order to maximize efficiencies
- Consulting with the management team on areas including strategic business objectives, organizational design, financial analysis, succession management, talent retention strategies and employee relations
- Design and implementation of recruitment, selection, training & development, performance management and succession management strategies
- Executive and leader-level assessment experience in industries such as manufacturing, mining, and retail
- Leadership and individual contributor coaching and mentoring
- Developed and launched enterprise-wide employee engagement plans for a national retail chain
Education and Credentials
- BA in Psychology/Sociology, University of Ottawa
- Canadian Human Resources Management Certificate, Ryerson University
- Member of the Human Resources Professionals Association since 2003