Karen Purchase
About Karen Purchase
Karen Purchase serves as the Human Resources Manager at ABC Group, where she has worked since 2008. She has achieved significant milestones, including a WSIB audit score of 92% and the implementation of a successful employee wellness program across ten Canadian locations.
Work at ABC Group
Karen Purchase has been serving as the Human Resources Manager at ABC Group since 2008. Over her 16-year tenure, she has played a pivotal role in enhancing the organization's human resources practices. Her leadership has contributed to significant improvements in employee satisfaction and health and safety standards. Purchase has also led initiatives aimed at aligning employee performance with organizational goals through the implementation of SMART goals for all salaried employees.
Education and Expertise
Karen Purchase studied at Western Memorial, where she earned a Diploma in Registered Nursing from 1983 to 1986. She later attended Sheridan College, completing her studies in Human Resources and achieving the Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) designation from 1995 to 1996. Her educational background equips her with the skills necessary to manage human resources effectively and implement health and safety initiatives within the organization.
Achievements in Human Resources
Karen Purchase has achieved notable success in her role as Human Resources Manager. She secured a WSIB audit score of 92% and obtained the first WSIB rebate for ABC Group in eight years. Additionally, she implemented a communication strategy that significantly increased employee satisfaction from 61% to 94% within six months. Purchase also developed an Employee Wellness Program that spans all ten Canadian plant locations, focusing on specific success indicators.
Health and Safety Contributions
In her capacity as Human Resources Manager, Karen Purchase has made significant contributions to improving health and safety standards within ABC Group. Her efforts have been instrumental in the organization’s eligibility for a WSIB rebate. By enhancing health and safety protocols, she has helped create a safer work environment for employees across multiple locations.