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Michael Dick , Principal - Toronto

Human Resource/Operations

A principled and results driven Human Resources Executive who sets high standards for quality and governance in all HR disciplines. Mike is effective at both the corporate or operational level and has strong strategic and analytical skills, with a passion for collaboration and teambuilding that delivers results throughout the organization. He enjoys creating cultures where employees are committed to delivering on the Company’s Strategic Vision.

SELECTED ACHIEVEMENTS

Planned and managed the migration of Human Resource services to established off-shore facilities. Enhanced customer service through an organization mantra of “one team servicing multiple clients”. This effort generated over 30% savings for the organizations involved.

Orchestrated the Human Resources aspects of the closure of three plants with no labour disruptions or legal claims. Developed and delivered communications at the plant level regarding timing and implications of closures and provided employees with support in obtaining new employment opportunities.

Initiated change to corporate rewards systems after benchmark comparisons with key competitors.

Developed and launched an employee communication program that focused on total rewards program which allowed company to make adjustments to individual compensation factors reducing costs and still retaining employees.

Implemented a managed drug care program and gained the voluntary support of 50% of retirees to move to a co-pay drug program that significantly reduced corporate unfunded liabilities.

Established the direction for corporate pension education program and enhanced governance procedures for pension administration.

Rolled out cafeteria style benefits program across manufacturing operations and led communications on the introduction of new pension benefits.

PRIOR EXPERIENCE

The Osborne Group
  -BRIC Enterprises
  -The Town of Newmarket
  -Family Health Teams: Markham, Kitchener, Windsor, Parry Sound, Dufferin
  -Second Base Youth Shelter
  -Street Haven at the Crossroads
IBM Canada – Delivery Project Executive – Human Resources
Procter & Gamble – Employee Services Leader – Canada

QUALIFICATIONS

Queen’s University – Bachelor of Science (Mathematics & Engineering)
Human Resource Professional Association of Ontario Member York Chapter