Lisa Mc Donald
About Lisa Mc Donald
Lisa McDonald serves as the Sr. Director of HR Operations at Cohere Health, bringing extensive experience in human resources from various organizations, including Celebrity Home Loans and Aspect Software. She possesses strong skills in compliance, policy implementation, and HR operations management, along with a background in benefit optimization and supporting M&A activities.
Work at Cohere Health
Lisa McDonald currently serves as the Senior Director of HR Operations at Cohere Health. She has held this position since 2023 and works remotely. In her role, she focuses on optimizing HR operations and enhancing the overall employee experience. Her leadership is characterized by a strategic approach to human resources, leveraging her extensive background in HR management.
Previous Experience in HR Operations
Prior to her current role, Lisa McDonald worked at Celebrity Home Loans, LLC as the Senior Director of HR Service Center from 2021 to 2023. She also held various positions at Aspect Software, including Director of Global HR Operations and Senior Manager of HR Operations, contributing to HR functions from 2007 to 2021. Additionally, she worked at Alvaria, Inc. for a brief period in 2021, and at Harvard University as an HR Generalist from 2002 to 2007.
Education and Expertise
Lisa McDonald earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Human Resources from Northeastern University, completing her studies from 1996 to 2001. She possesses expertise in benefit optimization, cost containment strategies, compliance, and policy implementation. Her skills also extend to supporting mergers and acquisitions within HR operations and managing HRIS/HCM systems.
Background in HR Roles
Lisa McDonald began her career in human resources with roles such as HR Assistant at Coca-Cola Enterprises and College Recruiter Co-Op at General Dynamics. Over the years, she has developed a comprehensive understanding of HR operations, having worked in various capacities that include HR Generalist and Team Lead in HR Operations. Her experience spans over two decades in the HR field.
Skills and Strengths
Lisa McDonald utilizes her strengths in Individualization, Arranger, Ideation, Strategic, and Relator to effectively lead HR teams. She has demonstrated a proven track record in enhancing user experience through HRIS/HCM systems management and has been involved in system implementations and training within HR operations. Her strategic approach aids in driving HR initiatives that align with organizational goals.