Aligning People and Purpose: HR Assessments for Strategic Growth
Join VBSR and The Richards Group in Session 2 of their three-part series on Workplace Wellbeing. This session equips organizational leaders with a practical framework for assessing the effectiveness of their HR, Operations and Administrative Functions in supporting the strategic growth of the organization. Using real-world case studies, participants will explore how to align HR practices—including talent management, compensation, compliance, and organizational development—with broader business goals. The session also guides participants in evaluating administrative processes that impact operational efficiency. Emphasis is placed on identifying actionable opportunities for improvement, driving workforce planning, and fostering a culture of organizational wellness and continuous improvement.
TRAINING OBJECTIVES
Assess the Alignment – Evaluate how current HR and administrative functions align with the organization’s strategic goals, identifying areas of strength and those needing improvement.
Analyze Key Functions – Examine core HR components—such as staffing, compensation, compliance, and organizational development—and related administrative systems to determine their effectiveness in supporting operational growth.
Develop Actionable Strategies – Identify and prioritize practical, scalable solutions to optimize HR and administrative performance, enhance workforce planning, and build organizational capacity for continuous improvement.
The Richards Group, a distinguished local leader in providing P&C Insurance, Total Rewards, and Retirement Planning & Wealth Management consulting since 1867, brings its extensive expertise in management strategy, employee retention, and organizational health to this important discussion.
Whether you are a business owner, HR professional, or manager, we hope you can join us for this engaging discussion that promises to inspire and equip you with the tools needed to enhance your strategic growth.
For more information about The Richards Group and their range of services, visit www.therichardsgrp.com.
MEET YOUR FACILITATOR
Susan Loynd, M.A., SHRM-SCP
Strategic HR Business Advisor, The Richards Group
Susan Loynd, M.A., SHRM-SCP, is an accomplished, certified, senior human resource executive with over 25 years' experience as a business leader. She is a subject matter expert in the areas of Business Acumen, Talent Acquisition, Training and Development, Diversity Equity and Inclusion, and Employee Relations. She is a Strategic HR Business advisor and consultant for The Richards Group. and has been an adjunct faculty member at Community College of Vermont and Vermont State University for over 20 years. Prior to joining TRG she was the Director, Administration & Human Resources at Washington County Mental Health Services for 21 years.
She offers knowledge across business disciplines in a variety of industries, including public, non-profit and private sector entities. She has delivered a variety of online, face-to-face, and virtual human resource and business education courses including human resource management, and employee relations: creating a positive workplace culture.
Checkout rest of the Workplace Wellbeing Series and register to join us!
From Perk to Purpose: Embedding Well-Being into Culture | Thursday, November 13th from 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Questions? If so, please contact to Molly Rand at mollyr@vbsr.org.