Karen Cuneo Mc Donald (She/Her)
About Karen Cuneo Mc Donald (She/Her)
Karen Cuneo McDonald is a Talent Acquisition Manager with extensive experience in human resources across various industries, including healthcare and technology. She has a strong background in employee relations, diversity initiatives, and strategic HR program management.
Current Role as Talent Acquisition Manager
Karen Cuneo Mc Donald serves as the Talent Acquisition Manager at Finn Partners since 2020. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing the recruitment process and implementing talent acquisition strategies. Her focus includes enhancing the candidate experience and aligning recruitment efforts with organizational goals. She has been instrumental in developing initiatives that support the company's growth and diversity objectives.
Previous Experience at Finn Partners
Prior to her current position, Karen worked at Finn Partners as a Senior Recruiter for 11 months in 2019. She also held the role of Recruiter and HR Manager for 7 months in the Greater Nashville Area. During her time at Finn Partners, she contributed to the recruitment and HR functions, leveraging her expertise in talent acquisition and employee relations.
Career Background in Human Resources
Karen has a diverse career in human resources, with experience spanning multiple industries. She worked at Mount Sinai Medical Center as a Supervisor in the HR Benefits Department from 1988 to 1991. She also served as an HR Generalist at Heritage Home Group LLC and as a Senior Human Resource Generalist Contractor at Honda Aircraft Company. Her roles have included responsibilities in employee relations, investigations, and compliance with diversity initiatives.
Educational Qualifications
Karen holds a Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Communication from Rutgers University, completed between 1980 and 1984. She furthered her education with a Mini MBA from Nova Southeastern University in 2008. Additionally, she achieved a certificate in Human Resources Management and Services from LinkedIn Learning in 2020, focusing on becoming an HR business partner.
Expertise in HR Programs and Compliance
Karen specializes in the creation and management of strategic HR programs, including succession planning and employee retention. She has extensive knowledge of diversity initiatives and EEO compliance. Her experience encompasses designing job descriptions and managing performance management systems across various sectors, including healthcare, technology, and manufacturing.