Kari Miles
About Kari Miles
Kari Miles is a Talent Management Partner at The Standard, where she has worked since 2014, focusing on enhancing support for Employee Resource Groups. With a background in recruitment and employee relations, she has contributed significantly to performance management and employee onboarding initiatives.
Work at The Standard
Kari Miles has been serving as a Talent Management Partner at The Standard since 2014. In this role, she has developed program structures and enhanced support for Employee Resource Groups, aligning these initiatives with the company's Diversity & Inclusion efforts. Throughout her tenure, she has acted as a key partner to business leaders and HR Business Partners, particularly during the performance management cycle. Kari also led an initiative to improve First Day Orientation, which resulted in an approval rating exceeding 95% from new employees.
Previous Experience in Talent Management
Before her current role, Kari Miles held multiple positions at The Standard. She worked as an Employee Relations Consultant from 2009 to 2014 and as a Staffing Partner from 2008 to 2009. Prior to her time at The Standard, she was a Recruiter at Express Employment Professionals from 2002 to 2005 in the Portland, Oregon area. Additionally, she served as Operations Manager at ZRT Laboratory from 2005 to 2008 in Beaverton, Oregon.
Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives
Kari Miles has played a significant role in advancing Diversity & Inclusion initiatives at The Standard. She has developed program structures that enhance support for Employee Resource Groups, demonstrating her commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace environment. Her efforts have contributed to aligning these initiatives with the broader goals of the organization.
Performance Management Expertise
In her role as Talent Management Partner, Kari Miles collaborates closely with business leaders and HR Business Partners throughout the performance management cycle. Her expertise in this area ensures that performance evaluations and feedback processes are effectively implemented, contributing to the overall success of the organization.