1. Dr. Jason T. Brooks, MBA, SPHRHome 615-824-8088 133 Grove
Lane SouthMobile 615-417-8404 Hendersonville, TN 37075, United
States [email protected] PortfolioExecutive and
organizational consulting psychologist with over 20 years of
demonstrated results in the design and delivery of
organizationaleffectiveness programs to improve workforce
performance and overall individual and company success.
Results-oriented with a strong technicalbackground and highly
effective strategic management and operations expertise in multiple
industries including healthcare, human resource andbusiness
consulting, branded food concept and retail distribution,
manufacturing, and hospitality. Strategic vision and customer-focus
with asense for market opportunities and the ability to
successfully identify problems, develop solutions, and implement
best practices and processimprovements throughout the organization.
Analyzed, designed, developed, implemented, and evaluated human
capital initiatives includingstrategic hiring and selection,
organizational and leadership development, performance management,
and employee engagement with the goal ofleading to business growth
and profitability. A common-sense leader who develops highly
competent, well-functioning teams, and ensures aproductive business
organization. Demonstrated ability to rapidly learn and understand
key performance drivers and deliver results withinmarket-driven
timelines. h Decisive Leadership h Culture Change and Change
Management h Cross-Functional Team Leadership h Growth Strategy
Development h Executive Coaching h Financial and Budgetary Planning
h Strategic Planning and Growth h Human Resource Systems Alignment
h Organizational Effectiveness h Systems Design and Implementation
h Leadership Training and Development h Team Building and
Leadership h Individual and Organizational Assessment h Problem
Analysis and Resolution h C Level Presentations h Development of
Strategic Alliances h Employee Engagement h Organizational
Transformation Leadership Career Achievementsh Performed due
diligence, modeling, and execution of three M&A engagements in
the healthcare and food industriesh Directed project team for $50
million business acquisition including project management,
valuation, financial analysis and structure, due diligence,
organization design and change management processh Designed,
developed, and implemented strategic planning methodology including
creation of mission, vision, and guiding principles, company
analysis and evaluation, strategy development, organizational
structure alignment, and result measurementh Implemented change
model to ensure organizational flexibility and competitive
advantageh Planned and designed human resource, organizational
effectiveness, and leadership development functions for multiple
corporations ranging in size from from $100 million with 150
employees to $2.4 billion with 65,000 employeesh Conducted
individualized internal executive coaching initiatives for high
potential team members resulting in 50% increase in individual
performance, increased employee satisfaction, and reduced turnoverh
Led human resource function for corporate and distribution
divisions for $2.4 billion public companyh Managed $2.0 million
annual functional operating budget EducationPh.D., Psychology
2009Capella University Harold Abel School of Psychology
Minneapolis, MNAccredited by The Higher Learning Commission of the
North Central Association of Colleges and SchoolsDissertation: The
Relationship Between Life Balance and Work Stress in Corporate
Executives.M.B.A., Management 2011Marylhurst University Marylhurst,
ORAccredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and
SchoolsSpecial accreditation from the International Assembly of
Collegiate Business Education (IACBE)M.S., Human Services -
Specialization in Mental Health Counseling 2007Capella University
Minneapolis, MNAccredited by the American Counseling Associations
Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Education
Programs (CACREP)Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of
the North Central Association of Colleges and SchoolsB.S.,
Management 1992Purdue University West Lafayette, INAccredited by
the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of
Colleges and Schools
2. Dr. Jason T. Brooks, MBA, SPHR, Page 2 of 6 Professional
BackgroundVice President Human Resources 2012 to PresentAmerican
Addiction Centers Brentwood, TNSenior Human Resource Executive of
high growth, privately held behavioral healthcare provider focused
on inpatient dual-diagnosis treatment.h Managed the development and
delivery of human resource focused strategic initiatives aligned
with overall organizational goalsh Developed and managed
integration plan post acquisition of $20 million, 200 employee,
addiction treatment organization including aspects of culture
transition, human resource and payroll system integration, benefit
and compensation redesign, training and development methodology and
content development, and role alignmenth Led team of 14 human
resource professionals physically located across the United States
to meet the people objectives of the organizationh Designed and
implemented human resource shared service organization model
allowing for centralization and increased efficiency associated
with administrative processing while freeing capability of
facility-facility based HR leaders to focus on employee relations,
recruiting, training and development and employee engagement
initiativesh Evaluated and coordinated benefit plan redesign for
integrated organizationh Sourced and implemented compensation
analysis systemsh Established strategic recruiting plan including
system selection, processes, and relationships to maximize the
effectiveness and value of the hiringh initiativeshuman resource
budget of over $2.5 million per year Managedh Designed and
implemented organization-wide training and development systems and
methodology including skills based training, competency based
training, and High-Potential Leadership tracth Developed
Performance Management system including multi-directional
feedbackVice President Human Resources and Organizational
Effectiveness 2011 to 2012The Britt Hunt Company - Pedestal Foods -
Pfoodman Nashville, TNSenior Executive for parent company of
multi-division organization focused on branded food concept sales,
service, distribution. Concepts underPedestal Foods umbrella
include Hunt Brothers Pizza (serviced by The Britt Hunt Company,
LLC) and Pfoodman (university and private highschool food service).
Total concept revenues totaling over $125 million with 500
employees.h Developed the parent company shared services
organization structure to support multiple food concept divisionh
Led all strategic, organization change, and transformation
initiatives for parent company and concept divisionsh Engaged with
C-suite, executive, and management teams of multiple organizations
in over 1,000 hours of Executive Success Coaching to build and
develop the individual and collective strength of the leadership of
all companiesh Assessed and developed strategies to enhance overall
organizational effectivenessh Developed curriculum in the core
competency areas of the organization and delivered high-level
development programs for executive and management team membersh
Evaluated employee engagement and developed strategies to enhance
individual and organizational successh Developed People Strategies
aligned with strategic and tactical organizational goals and
objectivesh Served as internal consultant for multiple functional
areas in facilitating decision-making, solution creation, and areas
of strategic organizationh focus as Chief Human Resource and
Organizational Effectiveness Executive of leadership team while
leading team of HR professionals to Served coordinate the
strategic, organizational and operational HR programs and
initiativesh Developed and led diversity initiatives to ensure
organization was embracing of all existing and future employees
while also creating a strong connection with our customersh
Coordinated all corporate level communication through leading
marketing and public relations partner firmsh Utilized assessment
methodologies through administration and interpretation to obtain
insight to develop strategies to enhance individual and
organizational effectivenessh Trusted advisor and key confidant to
the CEOh Participated as a member of the executive leadership team
with a particular focus on the companys human capital and how that
resource is best developed, leveraged, and employed across multiple
business divisionsh Designed, developed, implemented and evaluated
strategic planning process annually to establish short and
long-term goals for executive team and organizationsh Led $1
million corporate office transition project and team including
lease negotiations, construction management, contract negotiations,
andh physical CEO and executive team on organizational design,
change management, and alignment of the workforce with company
goals Advised relocationh Created and managed human resources and
corporate administration budget of over $1 million annuallyh
Utilized multiple personality, behavioral, and team assessment
instruments and methodologies through administration and
interpretation to obtain insight to develop strategies to enhance
individual and organizational effectiveness. Instruments included
Profiles XT, Profiles Sales Assessment, Profiles Engagement Survey,
Lominger, Symlog, Myers-Briggs Type Indicator, Strong Interest
Inventory, FIRO-B, Strengths Finder, DiSC, and Wonderlic
3. Dr. Jason T. Brooks, MBA, SPHR, Page 3 of 6Vice President
Human Resources and Organizational Effectiveness 2007 to 2012The
Britt Hunt Company, LLC Nashville, TNSenior executive responsible
for all organizational effectiveness and human resource initiatives
through leading team of human resourceprofessionals and engaging as
a trusted advisor to executive team. Coordinated all strategic
planning and change management initiatives, ensuringorganizational
goals were in alignment with mission, vision, and guiding
principles of the company. Provided executive coaching to
seniorleadership to ensure effective functional area operation and
continued progress toward meeting tactical and strategic goals for
$85 million brandedfood concept distribution company.h Designed HR
strategic plan aligned to meet organizational goals and objectivesh
Partnered with senior management to identify and address the
critical needs of the overall business and achieve a long-range HR
strategyh Directed project team for $50 million business
acquisition including project management, due diligence, and change
management processh Advised the CEO and executive team on
organizational design, change management and alignment of the
workforce with company goalsh Managed a dynamic team of HR
professionals providing day-to-day support and strategic guidance
for the teamh Developed human resource planning models to identify
competency, knowledge and talent gaps and develop specific
strategies to fill the gapsh Developed and managed a market
competitive total rewards strategy to ensure talent attraction and
retention while managing costsh Designed, developed, and delivered
effective learning programs for geographically dispersed leaders.
Evaluated learning programs and effectiveness through the
collection of quantitative and qualitative feedbackh Implemented
integrated performance management systems to ensure focus on
business goals, development of employee capabilities and career
potential, aligned reward systems and retention of talenth Led an
internal talent acquisition/recruiting function to staff open
positions utilizing a best of class talent acquisition process;
build on-going sourcing relationships with recruitment firms,
professional organizations and universities to facilitate a talent
pipelineh Developed and implemented strategies that elevate the
organizations competency in talent acquisition and pipeline
developmenth Developed public relations and community involvement
strategy allowing the opportunity increase involvement and
corporate presence in theh local market Developed web and social
media strategy for organization designed to provide connection for
employees, vendors, customers, and key stakeholders leveraging
multiple channels and search engine optimization strategiesDirector
of Human Resources 2006 to 2007The Britt Hunt Company, LLC
Nashville, TNSenior level human resource role for sales, service,
and direct distribution company. Developed infrastructure and
systems of a high performinghuman resource function and led the
daily operations of human resources across multiple states and
districts. Collaborated with functionalleaders of executive team to
accomplish tactical organizational goals and develop future focused
objectives.h Developed multiple human resource programs including
performance management, succession planning, compensation programs,
recruiting and hiring process redesign, HRIS system implementation,
policy and procedure development, climate survey, quarterly home
office meetings, and "Discipline without Punishment" based programh
Developed and delivered effective training programs programs for
all employee groups across the countryh Conducted organizational
Climate Survey and established measurable goals for organizational
growth and improvement based on team member feedback to grow
people-oriented cultureh Established objective metrics and "HR
Dashboard" to measure HR return on investment and impact to
organizational successh Reduced turnover from 45% to 22% in one
yearh Formalized human capital processes focusing on attracting,
hiring, developing, motivating, and retaining team membersh
Developed system of HR process and procedure manual with formal
update processManager of Corporate Human Resources 2003 to
2006Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, Inc. Lebanon, TNPromoted from
previous role to expand scope to include all human resource
responsibility for corporate office and distribution center.
Supportprovided for approximately 900 team members through leading
team of exempt level HR professionals. Extensive focus on
maintaining positiveemployee relations through proactive
involvement, recruiting and staffing, leadership coaching and
development, designing rewards andrecognition programs,
facilitating annual people planning process for all functional
areas, and managing annual budget of approximately $2.0million.h
Partnered with area Vice-presidents and functional leaders on
organizational development and change initiativesh Coordinated
activities of team of 5 exempt level HR professionals to meet the
employment and recruiting needs (over 150 positions per year)h
Redesigned recruiting process around DDI Targeted Selection model
and TSAccess technology. Trained interviewers on appropriate
behavioral based interviewing techniquesh Managed all Human
Resource functions for Cracker Barrel Corporate Offices and
Distribution Center, supporting over 900 employeesh Counseled
employees from all levels of the organization on appropriate
workplace behaviors and conflict resolution techniquesh
Participated on Total Rewards action team designed to continuously
evaluate our programs to ensure maintenance of an "Employer of
Choice"h status Managed Employee Recognition initiativesh Designed
and implemented leadership development program entitled "Leadership
Rap Session" and trained management team on leadership skillsh
Managed annual HR budget of approximately $2.0 Million
4. Dr. Jason T. Brooks, MBA, SPHR, Page 4 of 6Distribution
Human Resource Manager 2002 to 2003Cracker Barrel Old Country
Store, Inc. Lebanon, TNFull human resource responsibility for $560
million retail distribution function. Served as a subject matter
expert and internal consultant forpeople and operations related
issues as a member of the distribution center leadership team.
Focus was on establishing and maintaining positive,employee
centered environment while meeting the short and long term goals of
the business operation.Principal (Independent Consultant) 2001 to
2002HR & Business Solutions Hendersonville, TNProvided HR and
business consulting services focusing on organizational
development, employee relations, strategic planning and
HRmanagement, resource management (recruiting/staffing), training
and development, compensation management, and performance
management.Human Resource Manager 1999 to 2001Gap, Inc. Gallatin,
TNSenior human resource professional reporting to facility director
for 750 employee, multi-shift distribution operation. Integral in
start-up offacility by establishing people plan which aligned with
operational needs, managing entire recruiting and selection
process, and ensuring smoothon-boarding of all employees in a four
month time frame. Maintained strong climate and culture through
outreach initiatives, employeeinvolvement programs, and leading a
team of HR professionals to be actively engaged in all aspects of
the business.Human Resource Tower Lead 1997 to 1999Accenture
(Formerly Andersen Consulting) Birmingham, AL/Atlanta, GAHuman
resource leader for business process management consulting
engagement with BellSouth and EDS focused on the outsourcing of the
ITfunctions of the telecommunications company. Managed multi-state
group of IT professionals. Led significant acquisition initiative
includingculture realignment, career development, change
management, and people transition for 2,000 individuals.Employee
Relations Representative 1995 to 1997SmithKline Beecham Clinical
Laboratories Nashville, TNPromoted from previous role to assume
responsibility for all employee relations, employment, legal
compliance, workforce planning, andperformance management functions
for 320 employee, multi-state healthcare company. Worked closely
with facility managers in maintaininghigh performing teams and
establishing processes and systems to ensure strong people systems
were in place to support the success of thecompany.Senior Human
Resource Coordinator 1994 to 1995SmithKline Beecham Clinical
Laboratories Nashville, TNHuman resource professional focused on
the coordination of benefits, payroll, leave administration,
compliance and recruiting for 320 employee,multi-state healthcare
company.Personnel Supervisor 1993 to 1994Emerson Electric Company
Frankfort, INMid-level human resource professional for multi-shift,
600 employee manufacturing facility. Ensured positive employee
relations throughcounseling associates and mediating differences to
attain the most beneficial outcomes. Managed employee benefit
programs including medicaland dental plans, compensation programs,
pension plans, retirement savings plans, education assistance,
scholarship funds, and employeeassistance programs. Coordinated
total employee staffing and sourcing processes including full-time
and temporary.Employment Coordinator 1992 to 1993Gaylord
Entertainment Company Nashville, TNResponsible for staffing over
3,000 seasonal positions for Opryland Themepark from February
through October. Developed job descriptions forall positions
(seasonal and full-time) for ADA compliance. Implemented employee
recognition and involvement programs and exit surveysystem to
maintain high employee engagement and reduced turnover. Licenses
and CertificationsCertified Executive Coach, The Center for
Executive Coaching, Sarasota, FL, 2012Board Certified Coach, Center
for Credentialing & Education, Inc., Greensboro, NC, 2012h
Senior Professional in Human Resources, Society of Human Resource
Management, Alexandria, VA, 2006. Highest credential of Humanh
Resource professionNational Certified Counselor, National Board of
Certified Counselors, 2008 to 2013Board Certified Christian
Counselor, American Association of Christian Counselors,
2008Certified Myers Briggs Type Indicator, CPP, Inc., 2008
Publicationsh "The Relationship Between Life Balance and Work
Stress in Corporate Executives." ProQuest, September 2009, 141.
Doctoral dissertationh
5. Dr. Jason T. Brooks, MBA, SPHR, Page 5 of 6 Academic Faculty
and Teaching ExperienceAdjunct Professor 2011 to PresentLipscomb
University Nashville, TNAdjunct professor in the Graduate School of
Management. Facilitate course "Training and Development"Adjunct
Professor 2011 to PresentLiberty University Lynchburg, VAAdjunct
professor in the Undergraduate School of Arts and Science.
Facilitated course "Psychology of Adolescents"Adjunct Professor
2009 to 2011Trevecca University Nashville, TNAdjunct professor in
the Graduate School of Psychology. Facilitated course "Introduction
to Psychological Testing"Adjunct Professor 2009 to 2011Excelsior
College Albany, NYAdjunct professor in the School of Health
Sciences. Designed and facilitated course "Leadership and Change"
and "Professional Writing andCommunication in Healthcare
Professions"Guest Lecturer 2007 to 2008Capella University
Minneapolis, MNResidential colloquia guest lecturerGuest Lecturer
2008Argosy University Nashville, TNGuest lecturer for graduate
course Leadership and Volunteer ServiceEntrepreneur Mentor 2011 to
PresentEntrepreneur Center Nashville, TNShare experience and
insight to help innovative and driven entrepreneur launch
businesses. EC Mentors come from all backgrounds and types,however
we all love assisting entrepreneurs turn their dreams and ideas
into reality. Allows the opportunity to apply a lifetime of
businessexperience to helping startups launch
successfully.Workforce Development Advisory Committee 2011 to
PresentNashville Area Chamber of Commerce Nashville, TNInvitation
only appointment to committee of executive level human resource
professionals from various organizations and industries in
theMiddle Tennessee area with purpose of providing insight,
guidance, and support to Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce
WorkforceDevelopment initiatives.Board of Advisors 2011 to
PresentLifeWorks Counseling Center Portland, TNServed as founding
member on the Board of Advisors for faith based counseling
center.HR Executive Forum 2010 to PresentMiddle Tennessee Society
of Human Resource Management Nashville, TNInvitation only
involvement in group of senior human resource leaders who meet
monthly to collaborate on regional business and human
resourcetrends designed to strengthen professional impact and
influence.Worship Team 1999 to PresentLong Hollow ChurchHurricane
Katrina On-Site Counselor 2006 to 2006Cracker Barrel Old Country
Store, Inc.Volunteer Teen Counselor 2006 to
2007TeenCentral.net
6. Dr. Jason T. Brooks, MBA, SPHR, Page 6 of 6 Awardsh KPMG
Best Dissertation Award, American Accounting Association, 2010.
Honored by the American Accounting Association with KPMGh Best
Dissertation Award for research in the area of life balance and
work stress in corporate executives.h Honoree, Sigma Beta Delta,
2011. Inducted into Sigma Beta Delta, International Honor Society
in Business, Management, and Administrationh at Marylhurst
Universityh Honoree, Phi Eta Sigma National Honor Society, 1990.
Inducted to Phi Eta Sigma National Honor Society at Purdue
University.hh Honoree, Alpha Lambda Delta National Honor Society,
1990. Inducted into Alpha Lambda Delta National Honor Society at
Purduehh University.h Eagle Scout Rank, Boy Scouts of America,
1986. Earned Highest Rank in Boy Scouts of America Professional
Societiesh American Psychological Associationh Society of Human
Resource Managementh American Society of Training and Developmenth
The Society of Consulting Psychologyh National Career Development
Associationhh Delta Sigma Pi Professional Business Fraternity,
Purdue University, 1989. Senior Vice President, Collegiate and
Alumni Member of Professional Business Fraternity, Delta Sigma Pi.
Speaking EngagementsAligning HR and Business Strategy, Middle
Tennessee Society of Human Resource Management, 2011Harassment in
the Workplace, Long Hollow Church, 2008Effective Listening, Hunt
Brothers Pizza, 2008Generational Differences in the Workplace, Hall
and Hunt Enterprises, LLC, 2008Balance and Direction: Keys to Life
Success, International Association of Administrative Professionals,
2007Performance Management: Driving Career Success, Hall and Hunt
Enterprises, LLC, 2007Understanding Yourself to Better Understand
Others, Hunt Brothers Pizza Executive Committee, 2007 References
Available upon request