Lisa Jenks Cockerham, Phr, Shrm Cp
About Lisa Jenks Cockerham, Phr, Shrm Cp
Lisa Jenks Cockerham is an HR Program Manager specializing in workforce compliance, with over 15 years of experience in affirmative action and data analysis. She has held various consulting and managerial roles in organizations such as FINRA, XPO Logistics, and Pinnacle HR Consulting Services.
Current Role at FINRA
Lisa Jenks Cockerham serves as the HR Program Manager for Workforce Compliance at FINRA. She has held this position since 2021 in Rockville, Maryland. In her current role, she focuses on ensuring compliance with affirmative action regulations and workforce policies. Her responsibilities include overseeing the development and implementation of compliance programs that align with FINRA's commitment to fair employment practices.
Previous Experience at FINRA
Prior to her current role, Cockerham worked at FINRA as an Affirmative Action Advisor from 2020 to 2021. During her seven-month tenure, she contributed to the organization’s affirmative action initiatives and provided guidance on compliance matters. This experience further solidified her expertise in workforce compliance and affirmative action.
Consulting Background
Cockerham has a strong background in consulting roles, assisting clients of various sizes with affirmative action and equal employment opportunity (AA/EEO) aspects. She worked as a Senior Consultant at OutSolve - Effective Affirmative Action from 2017 to 2018, where she provided strategic advice on affirmative action planning and compliance. Additionally, her role as a Business Consultant at Peoplefluent from 2008 to 2012 involved delivering solutions to enhance clients' workforce practices.
Education and Expertise
Cockerham earned a Bachelor of Science in Management from Tulane University's A.B. Freeman School of Business, where she studied Finance. With over 15 years of experience, she specializes in affirmative action plan preparation, data analysis, reporting, and training. Her expertise extends to communication and collaboration, which are essential in her roles across various organizations.
Professional Achievements
Throughout her career, Cockerham has been involved in developing affirmative action plans, conducting data research, and implementing process updates. At XPO Logistics, she played a key role in these areas, contributing to the company's compliance efforts. Her attention to detail and relationship-building skills have been instrumental in her success across different positions.