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Kristen Hayde
Senior Human Resources Executive
Kristen Hayde is a results-focused HR executive with over 20 years of experience delivering comprehensive talent and organizational solutions. She specializes in creating robust company cultures that promote business growth, employee retention and cultivates customer loyalty by empowering employees to realize their full potential. As a senior HR leader, Kristen has served in Director and Vice President roles for the past 14 years, managing comprehensive HR operations across multiple disciplines such as: Strategic Planning, Forecasting, & Organizational Design, Talent Acquisition & Management, Compensation & Benefits, Learning & Development, Employee Relations & People Operations, Performance Management, Compliance & Risk Management, HR Operations & Systems, Diversity & Inclusion Programs and Strategies, Talent Management, Training Program Development, Leadership Development, Leave & Benefits Management, HR Policy Development, Succession Planning, etc. Her industry experience spans multiple sectors and company sizes, including: Hospitality, Aviation, Real Estate, Banking, Non-Profit, and Manufacturing. Kristen holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas in Human Resources Management. She has been a proud member of SHRM since 2006 and the SHRM Executive Network for going on four years.
Kristen loves to volunteer in her free time and has been doing so for many decades. Her Professional Leadership & Community Involvement includes, but is not limited to:
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President, Southern Nevada SHRM Chapter/Board (Current)
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Membership Director, SHRM Nevada State Council (Current)
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Member, SHRM Executive Network (Current)
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DE&I Committee Member, Alpha Gamma Delta's Volunteer Service Team (Current)
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Secretary & Currently Treasurer, Green Valley Pecos Homeowners Association Board of Directors (Since 2018)
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Las Vegas Area Alumnae Vice President, Alpha Gamma Delta (Current)
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Harm Prevention Chair, Alpha Gamma Delta Volunteer Service Team
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Chapter Advisor of UNLV Chapter of Alpha Gamma Delta
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Volunteer, Pawsitive Difference
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Originally from Columbus, Ohio, Kristen has called Las Vegas home since 1999. She is a proud parent of kids, one who attends a Clark County High School and the other the UNLV Honors College. Outside of working and volunteering, Kristen loves spending time with her kids, husband, and three dogs. She also is a huge Ohio State football fan, and loves cheering for her Ohio State Buckeyes.
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Stephanie Hernandez, SHRM-CP, CEBS
My Human Resources career has spanned over 18 years. I began as an HR Generalist in 2006 continuing to advance and grow, leading up to my current role as the Senior HR Manager / HR Ops Lead at HUKL Investments. Our company has changed names throughout the years as we expand on ventures and ways that we can further enhance our community. When the company made the biggest shift in 2022, I was the only employee within the HR department that was asked to stay on. Additionally, I was asked to expand my role into Benefits where I have continued to learn. My knowledge and experience in the profession has motivated me to give back and assist others in this area. I have been assisting the local SHRM chapter for over 7 years. Last year, I served as Certification Chair and am happy to serve as Treasurer since January of 2024. Our profession has an impact that is overarching, and I am grateful to be afforded these opportunities.
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Patrice Ross, SHRM-SCP, SPHR
Patrice M. Ross, SPHR, CCP, IPMA-CP has 20 years of experience in all facets of human resources. She has worked in multiple industries including government-contracted security, non-profit and convention/trade shows, as well as working as an HR consultant. Patrice earned her Master’s Degree in HR and Organizational Development from the University of Nebraska. She is especially proud of being awarded the Seven Seals Award from the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) in both 2011 and 2012 for her work helping returning service personnel re-enter the civilian workforce.
Patrice has been a member of the SNVSHRM/Southern Nevada Human Resources Association since 2001. She served as SNHRA President from 2010 to 2011 and on the Board of Directors since 2005. In addition, Patrice previously served as the Director of the Nevada State SHRM Council.
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Angelo Rabe, SHRM-CP
Angelo is an Executive Director with experience in overseeing HR operations in international hospitality, non-profit and recruitment industries. He developed skills in driving employee engagement, building high-performing teams and designing effective HR programs. He is Instrumental in creating a positive work environment, selecting top talent that aligns with organizational goals and values, handling simple to complex employee relation cases and a record of developing company analytics for better business navigation and decision making. A results-oriented leader who is passionate about driving organizational success through effective culture building and HR strategies.
He holds a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and has been serving as a volunteer leader with SHRM since 2020. Currently, Angelo is the Membership Chair with the Southern Nevada SHRM Chapter and has served other chapter leadership roles with the Northern Mariana Islands SHRM Chapter as its past Membership Director and Marketing Director. Apart from his professional and volunteer experience, he is a proud member of the Las Vegas Master Singers singing as a Baritone and enjoys performing and sharing his gift of music.
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