Denise Turner, Shrm Cp
About Denise Turner, Shrm Cp
Denise Turner is the Regional CPD Leader at Barry-Wehmiller Design Group, where she oversees HR functions across multiple regional offices. She holds an MBA from the University of Missouri-Saint Louis and has extensive experience in human resources management, including roles at MiTek USA, Inc. and SumnerOne.
Work at Barry-Wehmiller Design Group
Denise Turner has been serving as the Regional CPD Leader at Barry-Wehmiller Design Group since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing HR functions across multiple regional offices, including locations in St. Louis, Columbia, Kansas City, Springfield, Tulsa, and Bentonville. She leads a team of three direct reports who manage various HR functions such as recruiting, compensation, payroll, benefits, and internal communication. Turner engages with business leaders to address challenges and ensure effective HR partnerships, while also tracking employee engagement through surveys and feedback mechanisms.
Education and Expertise
Denise Turner holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Missouri-Saint Louis, which she completed from 2018 to 2021. She also earned a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration and Management from the same university between 2011 and 2015. Additionally, she obtained an Associate’s Degree in Business Administration and Management from Saint Louis Community College in 2011. Her educational background provides her with a solid foundation in business principles, which she applies in her HR leadership roles.
Background in Human Resources
Prior to her current role, Denise Turner gained extensive experience in human resources through various positions. She worked as the Director of Human Resources at SumnerOne from 2018 to 2021, where she focused on HR strategy and operations. Before that, she served as the Culture & People Services Manager at MiTek USA, Inc. from 2011 to 2018, where she was responsible for fostering a positive company culture. Earlier in her career, she worked as an Administrative Assistant in Finance at Belden Inc. from 2009 to 2010.
HR Functions and Responsibilities
In her role as Regional CPD Leader, Denise Turner is responsible for various HR functions, including overseeing the recruiting and staffing process while ensuring compliance with Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action regulations. She provides compensation recommendations based on data-driven benchmarking and liaises with legal counsel to ensure compliance with federal and state laws. Turner also leads training initiatives for management on topics such as employee engagement and harassment policies, and she has updated company policies to enhance talent attraction and retention.
Employee Engagement Initiatives
Denise Turner actively tracks and improves employee engagement within the organization. She utilizes confidential surveys and feedback tools, such as brown bag lunches and town hall meetings, to gather insights from employees. Her efforts are aimed at fostering a positive work environment and enhancing communication within the company. By focusing on employee feedback, she aims to create a culture that aligns with the company's Mission, Vision, and Values.