"We don't accomplish anything in this world alone ... and whatever happens is the result of the whole tapestry of one's life
and all the weavings of individual threads from one to another that creates something." -Sandra Day O'Connor
Recommendations*
"I highly recommend Jeff. He engages quickly at a high level and can then develop and execute an HR strategy that aligns with specific business needs ..."
-B.C., Founder, Executive Chairman and CEO, GreenVolts Inc.
"Jeff is terrific. He is smart, organized, experienced, and effective. We liked to think of Jeff as a 'two-fer' as he is both an experienced HR exec and an attorney."
-G.B., CFO, GreenVolts Inc.
"Jeff was a pleasure to work with. He was always right to the point and pulled projects and research together very quickly."
-C.W., SVP Operations, GreenVolts, Inc.
"Jeff brings his whole self to work - approaching all aspects of his job with real passion. He has very high standards, and holds himself and others to them. He cares deeply for people, and … takes seriously his responsibility to advocate for all members of the team. He is pleasure to work with and an asset to any team.”
-A.C., VP Strategy and Marketing, Wal-Mart Stores Inc.
“Jeff is the most skilled HR professional I have had the pleasure to work with. The quality of his work is exceptional and he always is in service to the teams he supports. His broad experience makes him a unique addition to any team and his dynamic personality makes him a pleasure.”
-K.R., Senior Regional Director, Gap Inc.
“Jeff is an innovative, solutions driven individual. He was amazing at seeing the big picture of the situation and .... always willing to collaborate to create the best product possible.”
-K.M., SPHR-CA, Zone Human Resource Director, Gap Inc.
“Jeff is a thoughtful, knowledgeable HR and policy expert who effectively balances the needs of the business with the needs of employees. He is a skilled project manager and an innovative thinker, and knows how to work with leaders at all levels to bring great solutions to the table.”
-K.A, Senior Director College Recruiting, Gap Inc.
“Jeff worked to support the development and deployment of global policies for the organization; he had a great sense of detail, tremendous collaboration-building abilities and a keen sense of how to communicate to various audiences. Jeff was able to aptly manage multiple details in a complex organizational structure and to successfully impact compliance with an eye to preserving culture.”
-W.T.S., Director, Human Resources, Gap Inc.
“His policy expertise, effective communication and partnership skills were of tremendous value to me and the businesses I supported. ... I would highly recommend Jeff as an effective thought partner, subject matter expert and business partner.”
-J.H., Director, Employee Service, EmployeeService.com
“Jeff Kennedy epitomizes dedication, resourcefulness and motivation. He contributes both flawless, detailed delivery in his work as well as a truly charismatic and uplifting personality. Jeff would be an incredible asset to any organization!”
-P.S., Project Manager, Wal-Mart Stores Inc.
“Jeff is a fantastic HR leader – driven, intelligent, and charismatic. ... was instrumental in helping us create a market leading people strategy.”
-T.F., Finance and Strategy Manager, Wal-Mart Stores Inc.
“Jeff is a high-energy, detail oriented person with drive and ambition .... His quality of work is exceptional and his outgoing, warm personality is contagious in the work environment.”
-R.L., Manager-New Format Development-Store Design, Wal-Mart Stores Inc.
“Jeff is an intelligent, results-oriented HR professional with high integrity and strong work ethic. As an HR Business Partner, Jeff establishes strong working relationships quickly, he is a skilled coach and a trusted advisor. Jeff is adept at driving organizational change and delivering solutions to support company business objectives while ensuring a positive employee experience.”
-M.M., Human Resources Manager, Microsoft Corp.
“I found Jeff to be collaborative, hard-working and detail oriented. He was a thoughtful and creative problem-solver who never simply gave rote advice and instead tailored solutions to the particular needs of his clients.”
-G.Z., Principal Labor & Employee Relations Analyst, University of California, San Francisco
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*The Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of California require an express disclaimer that, although these testimonials are from actual clients and colleagues, they do not constitute a guarantee, warranty, or prediction regarding the outcome of your legal matter or the consulting services or legal advice provided by Jeff Kennedy or HR By Your Side.
-B.C., Founder, Executive Chairman and CEO, GreenVolts Inc.
"Jeff is terrific. He is smart, organized, experienced, and effective. We liked to think of Jeff as a 'two-fer' as he is both an experienced HR exec and an attorney."
-G.B., CFO, GreenVolts Inc.
"Jeff was a pleasure to work with. He was always right to the point and pulled projects and research together very quickly."
-C.W., SVP Operations, GreenVolts, Inc.
"Jeff brings his whole self to work - approaching all aspects of his job with real passion. He has very high standards, and holds himself and others to them. He cares deeply for people, and … takes seriously his responsibility to advocate for all members of the team. He is pleasure to work with and an asset to any team.”
-A.C., VP Strategy and Marketing, Wal-Mart Stores Inc.
“Jeff is the most skilled HR professional I have had the pleasure to work with. The quality of his work is exceptional and he always is in service to the teams he supports. His broad experience makes him a unique addition to any team and his dynamic personality makes him a pleasure.”
-K.R., Senior Regional Director, Gap Inc.
“Jeff is an innovative, solutions driven individual. He was amazing at seeing the big picture of the situation and .... always willing to collaborate to create the best product possible.”
-K.M., SPHR-CA, Zone Human Resource Director, Gap Inc.
“Jeff is a thoughtful, knowledgeable HR and policy expert who effectively balances the needs of the business with the needs of employees. He is a skilled project manager and an innovative thinker, and knows how to work with leaders at all levels to bring great solutions to the table.”
-K.A, Senior Director College Recruiting, Gap Inc.
“Jeff worked to support the development and deployment of global policies for the organization; he had a great sense of detail, tremendous collaboration-building abilities and a keen sense of how to communicate to various audiences. Jeff was able to aptly manage multiple details in a complex organizational structure and to successfully impact compliance with an eye to preserving culture.”
-W.T.S., Director, Human Resources, Gap Inc.
“His policy expertise, effective communication and partnership skills were of tremendous value to me and the businesses I supported. ... I would highly recommend Jeff as an effective thought partner, subject matter expert and business partner.”
-J.H., Director, Employee Service, EmployeeService.com
“Jeff Kennedy epitomizes dedication, resourcefulness and motivation. He contributes both flawless, detailed delivery in his work as well as a truly charismatic and uplifting personality. Jeff would be an incredible asset to any organization!”
-P.S., Project Manager, Wal-Mart Stores Inc.
“Jeff is a fantastic HR leader – driven, intelligent, and charismatic. ... was instrumental in helping us create a market leading people strategy.”
-T.F., Finance and Strategy Manager, Wal-Mart Stores Inc.
“Jeff is a high-energy, detail oriented person with drive and ambition .... His quality of work is exceptional and his outgoing, warm personality is contagious in the work environment.”
-R.L., Manager-New Format Development-Store Design, Wal-Mart Stores Inc.
“Jeff is an intelligent, results-oriented HR professional with high integrity and strong work ethic. As an HR Business Partner, Jeff establishes strong working relationships quickly, he is a skilled coach and a trusted advisor. Jeff is adept at driving organizational change and delivering solutions to support company business objectives while ensuring a positive employee experience.”
-M.M., Human Resources Manager, Microsoft Corp.
“I found Jeff to be collaborative, hard-working and detail oriented. He was a thoughtful and creative problem-solver who never simply gave rote advice and instead tailored solutions to the particular needs of his clients.”
-G.Z., Principal Labor & Employee Relations Analyst, University of California, San Francisco
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*The Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of California require an express disclaimer that, although these testimonials are from actual clients and colleagues, they do not constitute a guarantee, warranty, or prediction regarding the outcome of your legal matter or the consulting services or legal advice provided by Jeff Kennedy or HR By Your Side.