Sandy Garner Email Address

Chief Human Resources Officer

SanMar Corporation is a retail store which located in Issaquah, WA.

Strategic business partner that practices HR with 15+ yrs. of demonstrated competence in being a trusted advisor to lead teams, and develop and execute on HR projects and initiatives. Self-proclaimed chief people officer and positive employee experience advocate! Primary function is to care of our most valued assets: our people. Senior leader committed to promoting a work environment that's inclusive, results driven, and team oriented. Desire to lead where trust is the foundation, people are at the core, and service, partnership and flexibility are the cornerstones. Compassionate coach and mentor that asks questions, and assumes good intent. Data driven leader thrilled to embrace technology and analytics which helps organizations operate more effectively (as well as tell a story). Gold medalist in responsiveness to employee needs and gatekeeper of company culture. Believes that diversity is the mix and inclusion is getting the mix to work well together! The power of diversity is unleashed when you respect and value differences. Maven of all things HR who believes in competence, sincerity, integrity, accuracy, listening to understand, and providing/having opportunities for growth and development. EXP: Engagement, Compliance, Risk Management, Employee Relations/Investigations, Employee Training, Benefits/Health & Wellness, Retirement/Pension Planning, Leaves of Absences/CFRA, OSHA/Environmental Health and Safety; Union/Collective Bargaining/Labor Relations, Talent Management/Recruiting, Workers Comp and Claims Management, Diversity & Inclusion, M&A and documentation for work permits, visa petitions, and renewals for TN, J-1, H1-B, and green cards. Deep understanding of CA, NJ, NY emp laws. Industry Experience: E-Commerce, Technology, Manufacturing, Real Estate & Property Management, Retail/ Wholesale/Distribution, Professional and Business Services, and Leisure & Hospitality. ** Multi-state/Multi-facility, USA and Canada (Global/International HR) **