Leon B Sheppard
About Leon B Sheppard
Leon B. Sheppard is an HR Business Insights Analyst in People & Culture with extensive experience in talent acquisition and HR analytics. He has worked for several companies, including Compass Group North America and Fidelity Investments, and is known for his collaborative approach and proficiency in data analysis tools.
Current Role at Mindbody
Leon B Sheppard serves as an HR Business Insights Analyst in the People & Culture department at Mindbody. He has held this position since 2021, contributing to the organization by providing vital analytics to Business Partners. His work supports strategy meetings and aids in informed decision-making. Sheppard plays a crucial role in implementing a new analytics platform aimed at enhancing HR data insights, which is essential for optimizing human resources operations.
Previous Experience at Compass Group North America
Before joining Mindbody, Leon B Sheppard worked at Compass Group North America as a Talent Acquisition Analyst from 2015 to 2020. During his five years in this role, based in the Charlotte, North Carolina Area, he focused on recruitment strategies and talent acquisition processes, contributing to the organization's workforce planning and development.
Experience at PeopleStrategy
Leon B Sheppard was employed at PeopleStrategy as an HR Client Services Support Representative from 2013 to 2015. In this two-year role, he provided support in HR client services, assisting clients with their human resources needs and ensuring effective communication and service delivery.
Background at Fidelity Investments
Sheppard's career includes a significant tenure at Fidelity Investments, where he worked as an HR Operations Specialist/Analyst from 2005 to 2012. Over the course of seven years, he developed expertise in HR operations, contributing to various projects and initiatives within the organization.
Education and Language Skills
Leon B Sheppard studied at Georgia State University, where he earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Human Resources and a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in International Spanish. His educational background equips him with a strong foundation in human resources management. Additionally, his fluency in Spanish enhances his ability to communicate and collaborate in diverse work environments.
Technical Skills and Contributions
In his current role and previous positions, Leon B Sheppard has developed HR dashboards that detail key recruiting metrics and trends. He utilizes tools such as Tableau, Visier, and Microsoft Power BI Desktop to create data visualizations that support HR decision-making. His technical skills contribute to the overall effectiveness of HR analytics and reporting.