Our Principals
Osborne Group Principals are flexible, experienced executives who fill senior-level positions in any functional area on an interim or contract basis.
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.
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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 reduce costs and still retain 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 reduced corporate unfunded liabilities.
Established corporate pension education program and strengthened governance procedures for pension administration.
Rolled out flexible benefits program across manufacturing operations and led communications on the introduction of new pension benefits.
The Osborne Group
North Bay Nurse Practitioner-Led Clinic
Barrie Food Bank
Ontario Multifaith Council
BRIC Enterprises
The Town of Newmarket
Family Health Teams: Markham, Kitchener, Windsor, Parry Sound, Dufferin, Georgian Bay, Aurora-Newmarket,
Thamesview, Lower Outaouais, Arnprior & District, East GTA, Central Brampton, Hanover, West Park
Second Base Youth Shelter
Street Haven at the Crossroads
Seaton House Family Health Team
L’Occitane Canada Corp.
Fred Victor Centre
IBM Canada – Delivery Project Executive – Human Resources
Procter & Gamble – Employee Services Leader – Canada
Queen’s University – Bachelor of Science (Mathematics & Engineering)
Human Resource Professional Association of Ontario Member York Chapter
Walking Scorers & Standard Bearers Nationwide Golf Event – Volunteer Chair 2008-2010
Georgian Bay Club – Current Chair of the Golf Committee
Quinte Curling Club – Past President and numerous Director positions including host for the 1989 Provincial Curling Playdowns for Intermediate Men and Junior Mixed