Carel Lee Bernard
About Carel Lee Bernard
Carel Lee Bernard is an Employee Experience Specialist at VertexOne, where he develops media campaigns to showcase company culture and enhances employee engagement programs. He has a background in human resources, with previous roles at Freeport-McMoRan, Raytheon Technologies, and GTN Technical Staffing and Consulting.
Work at VertexOne
Carel Lee Bernard currently serves as an Employee Experience Specialist at VertexOne, a position held since 2020. In this role, Bernard has played a significant part in the development of media campaigns that showcase life at the company, including the creation of employee videos and testimonials. Bernard has also facilitated the Virtual by VertexOne program, coordinating efforts across teams and assisting in the implementation of action plans. Additionally, Bernard has developed various employee engagement programs focused on wellness, volunteering, mentorship, and employee surveys to promote an inclusive workplace culture.
Previous Experience in Human Resources
Prior to joining VertexOne, Carel Lee Bernard held several positions in the human resources field. Bernard worked as a Senior Human Resources Associate at Raytheon Technologies for 10 months in 2020, based in Plano, Texas. Before that, Bernard served as an Onboarding Specialist and Human Resources Administrator at GTN Technical Staffing and Consulting from 2019 to 2020. Bernard also gained experience as a Human Resources Intern at Freeport-McMoRan in 2018, where the internship lasted for 3 months.
Education and Expertise
Carel Lee Bernard holds a Master's of Science in Human Resources Management from the University of Texas at Tyler, where studies were completed from 2019 to 2021. Bernard also earned a Certificate in Organizational Development and Leadership during this time. Prior to this, Bernard obtained a Bachelor’s Degree in University Studies with concentrations in Human Resources, Organizational Leadership, and Communications from Texas Tech University.
Employee Engagement Initiatives
At VertexOne, Carel Lee Bernard has been instrumental in developing employee engagement initiatives. Bernard has conducted and distributed new hire surveys at 90 days of employment to gather and analyze data aimed at improving the onboarding experience. These efforts contribute to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment, aligning with Bernard's commitment to enhancing employee experiences within the organization.
Brand Awareness and Recruitment Efforts
Carel Lee Bernard has played a key role in enhancing and expanding VertexOne's brand awareness related to employee recruitment and outreach efforts. This includes the strategic development of media campaigns that effectively communicate the company's culture and values to potential applicants, thereby attracting a diverse range of candidates to the organization.