Alexis Kerwood
Oakland
Summary
Innovative HR Leader with 8+ years of experience driving talent development, operational excellence, and strategic workforce planning. Skilled in building high-performing, inclusive teams and aligning people strategies with business objectives to deliver measurable results. Proven ability to design and implement talent programs that enhance engagement, reduce turnover, and improve operational performance. Adept at influencing partners and leveraging data-driven insights to connect team development with organizational goals, ensuring sustainable growth and exceptional guest experiences
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Human Resources Business Partner
Target
01.2022 - Current
- Served as a HR partner directly to the district leaders, store leadership, supporting 9 stores ranging from $60- 90 million in sales.
- Advised, trained, and supported leaders to foster growth and development opportunities, building leadership capability and team engagement.
- Owned district talent management routines, including selection, onboarding, performance management, coaching, succession planning, and career growth for store managers
- Designed and executed district training strategies, including onboarding and develop-in-role learning, to instill confidence, proficiency, and performance in leaders and team members.
- Partnered with district and store leaders on strategic workforce planning, addressing turnover, staffing, attendance, and scheduling practices to optimize team capacity and business outcomes.
- Collaborated with leadership to align HR strategies with business objectives.
- Led investigations and mitigated risk building a culture of ethics and compliance, ensuring adherence to company policies and legal standards.
- Championed diversity and inclusion initiatives, cultivating a welcoming organizational culture for all employees.
- Supported community engagement initiatives, volunteer programs, and maintained off-stage brand presence to strengthen Target’s connection with local communities.
- Coached managers on effective employee relations strategies to address workplace conflicts proactively.
HR Executive Team Leader
Target
03.2022 - 01.2023
- Led HR team to deliver strategic programs in culture, pay, benefits, and engagement, driving retention and team satisfaction.
- Helped staff and schedule a $92M location supporting 230 employees, ensuring operational stability and compliance.
- Built HR expertise to support benefits education and created recognition programs to improve team happiness and store culture.
- Implemented engagement routines and check-in points, reducing turnover and fostering a guest-focused, inclusive environment.
- Ensured consistent execution of training and onboarding programs to build leadership capability and operational stability.
- Championed compliance, safety, and risk mitigation through investigations best practices.
HR Executive Team Leader
Target
05.2018 - 03.2022
- Led team in achieving operational excellence through strategic planning and execution of daily store activities.
- Developed training programs to enhance team performance and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
- Coordinated cross-functional collaboration to streamline processes and enhance customer service delivery.
Sales Floor Executive Team Leader
Target
04.2016 - 05.2018
- Championed leadership development and streamlined front-end operations to enhance team efficiency.
- Drove guest experience initiatives through loyalty programs and authentic engagement strategies.
- Successfully launched Target’s first new brands, A New Day and Goodfellow, ensuring strong execution and team readiness.
- Led the launch of the Drive Up program, training teams on new processes and operational standards.
- Managed Style and Front-End experience for a $30M store, building a self-sufficient team focused on guest priorities.
- Developed recognition and engagement routines to boost team morale and performance in Style and Guest Experience.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Marketing
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL05-2016
Skills
- Retention strategies
- Coaching leadership
- Talent management
- Strategic planning
Timeline
HR Executive Team Leader
Target
03.2022 - 01.2023
Human Resources Business Partner
Target
01.2022 - Current
HR Executive Team Leader
Target
05.2018 - 03.2022
Sales Floor Executive Team Leader
Target
04.2016 - 05.2018
Bachelor of Science - Marketing
University of Central Florida