Doug is an accomplished operations and HR professional with 20+ years of extensive leadership experience within small and large companies, primarily in the restaurant industry. He has trained all levels of management in leadership development, and operational improvement. He excels in building high-performing teams, conquering difficult recruitment issues, resolving complex employee relations matters, while enhancing employee engagement and satisfaction. He brings knowledge and enthusiasm to assisting business owners and leadership teams in improving their level of success through review of their policies, processes and implementation of improvement planning.
Originally from Erie, Pennsylvania, Doug’s background includes senior leadership positions with several national corporations as well as building and owning several businesses in human resource consulting, operations and recruitment.
Expertise
- Coaching & Staff Development
- Employment Regulations & Compliance
- Employee Relations
- Entrepreneurship
- Human Resources Management
- Leadership Development
- Operations Improvement
- Performance Management
- Recruitment & Retention
- Strategic Planning
- Talent Succession Planning
- Workforce Planning
Education
- BA, Business, Mercyhurst University, Erie, PA
- HR Certification, American University, Washington, DC
Professional / Civic Affiliations
- Muscular Dystrophy Association – past Board of Directors VP, Washington, DC
Expertise
Executive Recruitment
Decision Associates’ executive recruitment consultants are veteran HR executives with the experience to identify best-fit candidates for your company.
Organizational Development
Decision Associates’ organizational development consultants help evolve your business’ structure, culture and talent to achieve the goals you desire.
Strategic Planning
Decision Associates’ strategic planning consultants use evidence-based data and insights with agility to create an actionable road map for your future.
Succession Planning
Decision Associates’ succession planning consultants help ensure a smooth transition for your company as well as continued growth and profitability.
