Harlee Wood Ii
About Harlee Wood Ii
Harlee Wood II is a Talent Development Systems Specialist currently employed at Patterson Companies, Inc. He has extensive experience in human resources and talent development, having previously worked at various organizations including YRCI and the U.S. Department of State.
Current Role at Patterson Companies
Harlee Wood II serves as a Talent Development Systems Specialist at Patterson Companies, Inc. since 2021. In this role, he focuses on enhancing talent development processes and systems within the organization. His responsibilities include implementing strategies that support employee growth and development in the Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area.
Previous Experience at YRCI
Harlee Wood II held multiple positions at YRCI, contributing significantly to human resources operations. He worked as a Federal HR Assistant at the United States Department of State from 2009 to 2011. Later, he served as an HR Information Systems Professional at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) from 2012 to 2014, and advanced to Lead HR Information Systems Specialist at NIH from 2014 to 2019. His roles involved managing HR information systems and supporting federal HR initiatives.
Education and Academic Background
Harlee Wood II studied at Hamilton College, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication. His academic journey spanned from 2005 to 2009, during which he developed foundational skills in communication that have supported his career in human resources and talent development.
Coaching Experience
Harlee Wood II served as the Head Junior Varsity Basketball Coach at Bishop McNamara High School from 2009 to 2015. In this role, he was responsible for coaching and mentoring student-athletes, fostering teamwork, and promoting sportsmanship during his six-year tenure in Forestville, MD.
Early Career at U.S. Department of State
Harlee Wood II began his career as a Human Resource Analyst at the U.S. Department of State, where he worked from 2005 to 2008. This role provided him with valuable experience in federal human resources, laying the groundwork for his future positions in the HR field.