A RESULTS ORIENTED, SEASONED PRACTITIONER WITH DIVERSE HR EXPERIENCE.

I have held several senior human resource positions in different organizations, managing functional sections of compensation, labour relations, organizational effectiveness, employee development and recruitment. I have also been responsible for the entire human resource organization for a large municipality.

Over the years, I have led and overseen the development of comprehensive Corporate HR Strategic Plans, corporate workforce planning initiatives and modernized human resource processes, technology and service delivery models. I have led the development of corporate succession management processes that included identifying critical positions, leveraging performance management outputs, conducting talent discussions, and establishing talent pools. Many of these programs were recognized with national and international awards.

I believe in continuous learning and have been a member of the Conference Board of Canada, Western Canada Senior Human Resource Executive Council for over 10 years. Through my involvement in the Council, I regularly engaged with and learned from leading HR thought leaders from across North America in the areas of Leadership, Workforce and Succession Planning, Employee Engagement and other emerging Human Resource trends. Through these frequent session I have developed an expanded expertise of future focused HR practice and designing value add programs.

I am inspired and driven by the Peter Drucker quote.  “The best way to predict the future is to create it.”

Respecting Clients and Respecting Each Other

J Macpherson & Associates is committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of respect, diversity and inclusion with employees, associates and clients. 

We believe the best solutions and innovation are based on embracing individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, and the unique capabilities of employees and associates. 

We embrace and encourage differences in age, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, and other characteristics that make our business relationships unique and rewarding.

As a company we understand the impact our work can have. We strive to model the way and help clients build inclusive work environments and diverse workforces by sharing our experiences. 

Our Values:

  • Treat others with dignity and respect at all times;
  • Respectful and timely communication and cooperation;
  • Create environments that seek and welcome participation of others; and 
  • Take the time to understand  other perspectives. 

Our values guide us in determining client engagements and partnering with associates.