Engaged HR was born out of a passion for creating a different kind of workplace. The kind where people like their jobs, where everyone is working together towards a common goal and where people are happy to come to work every day. Engaged HR is a human resource management consulting firm that transforms workplaces by providing essential human resource management services, systems and expertise to non-profit organizations and small to medium sized businesses. We are solution-focused in our approach and know that a happy, healthy workplace is within every organization’s reach.
At the heart of the workplace are the employees. Working with organizations on how to build strong employee engagement is at the heart of what Engaged HR is all about. And for us, employees include the leaders of the organization and the business owners. Everyone is in this together! We subscribe to the “X” model of employee engagement and align our efforts towards this model. This model is about creating a culture of engagement in organizations and is the cornerstone to the success of organizations.
At Engaged HR, we treat the employment relationship as a two way street between employee and employer. When both parties are engaged, focused and supported, great things are possible. Our programs and services are designed to leverage this partnership to higher productivity, decreased costs and increased retention. All the things that organizations need to be successful!
Our Values
- Connectedness
- Expertise
- Strategic
- Solutions
- Intentional
- Clarity
- Trust
Trust is the foundation to everything we do and everything we are.
Denise Lloyd, FCPHR
For as long as I can remember, I have always possessed a curiosity about what motivates people to do what they do. Fast forward many years and I continue to…
Arie Epstein
Having grown up along with the internet, I began my career in the Information Technology field. At the time, it seemed like the natural progression of my love for technology,…
Ruth Eden, CPHR
With over 15 years of experience as an HR professional, I’ve worked in a variety of positions across public and private sectors with experience in a range of industries such…
Danielle Smeltzer
While we take a relationships-first approach here at Engaged HR, Danielle Smeltzer truly is our key practitioner of exquisite relationship-building. As our director of business development, Danielle’s genius lies in…
Lydia Amaral, CPHR
Early in my career, I discovered a passion for the people side of business – and the importance of having sound HR management in organizations. I am consistently motivated by…
Taylor Acton, CPHR
What I love most about working in HR is the constant learning opportunities. You never know what new situation or challenge the day will bring, but each one is a…
Camille Jones, CPHR, SHRM-CP
Leslie Liggett, CPHR
Engaged and engaging workplaces are such an important contributing factor to business success, as well as to our happiness and our sense of self, and I am rewarded by the…
Lynn Curtis, CPHR
As Senior People and Culture Partner, Lynn Curtis delivers a broad range of managed HR, on-demand and project-based services with trust, insight, and a heart-centered approach. From the development of…
Lyndsey Kayal, CPHR
With over 12 years of experience in Human Resources, I have been fortunate to work in public and private organizations across diverse industries such as manufacturing, municipal and regional government,…
Daniel Adu-Febiri
I graduated with a Post Degree Diploma in Human Resources Management from Camosun College after finishing their program in December of 2019, but my career with Engaged HR started earlier…
Michelle Philpott, CPHR
I initially did not pursue a career in Human Resources after obtaining my Associates Degree in Business Management from BCIT, but after working at a recruitment agency in Vancouver, I…
Michelle Gossman, CPHR
As a Certified Human Resources Professional (CPHR) with 10 years experience I have had the joy of working in various industries including hospitality, tourism, automotive, non-profit, and entertainment. In that…
Brittany Budd, CPHR
As the cliché goes, I pursued a career in human resources, because I had an interest in better understanding the people side of business operations. After graduating from Camosun College…
Kayli Smith, CPHR
I am truly passionate about people and the value HR can bring to an organization and its overall success. I thrive on supporting others to build meaningful relationships and bring…
Kristen Slade, CPHR
From the day I started my degree I have loved the people side of HR. I love making connections with people, understanding what each person does and how they fit…
Flo Follero-Pugh, MEd
For the past 17 years, I have journeyed with people from all walks of life as a career counsellor and employment facilitator. With my BA in Psychology from UBC, and…
Davina Manhas, CPHR
What I enjoy most about HR is the ability to assist people and organizations become the best they can be. Every day in HR is different, it allows for personal…
Arielle McCulloch
I am a Camosun College graduate with a degree in Human Resource Management & Leadership, and have been working in the HR field for the past 5 years. I am…
Jeremy Patterson
My passion for Human Resources stems from my love for building relationships, supporting others, and ensuring employees are happy at their workplace. The amazing Engaged HR team also exemplifies those…
Victoria Michell
I am a recent graduate from Camosun College, where I received my degree in Business Administration majoring in Human Resource Management and Leadership. I am also currently working towards obtaining…
Kenzie George, MSLOC, MBA, B.Sc., Prosci
I believe in the potential of people. With passion, drive, and appropriate support and training, it’s amazing to see how far people can go! It is my purpose to help…
Aarushi Singhal, CPHR
As a Talent Acquisition professional, I believe that hiring is not about filling a number, it’s about helping candidates achieve their career goals, feel confident, and so much more. I…
Devin Leung
Through my 10 years of client service experience, I learned that I loved helping people by providing exemplary service and I loved supporting my colleagues with their needs. Engaged HR…
Alleta Newnham
I have always enjoyed supporting others and building relationships. Overtime, I recognized that HR was the best path for me to put this passion of helping others to good use…
Robert Jeakins
You can track my passion for HR all the way back to my senior year of high school. It was during this time that I had strong interests in both…
Nayat Muratyan Ozcelik
For as long as I can remember, I wanted to work in the communications field, and it was one of the best decisions of my life. I have Bachelor’s Degrees…
Kimberley Schacht
I developed an interest in HR because it combines my curiosity for how people tick with my passion for improving the employee experience. My career started in consultative sales in…
Monica Alcerreca, CPHR
Over the past 15+ years, I have had the privilege of working in a wide variety of industries such as consumer goods, consulting, tech, and construction. I have worked in…
Stella Eden
I am lucky to have had a long and successful career in the business world. I began my office career at the young age of 12 weeks, working in a…