Why Do You Need 'Hope?'
Hope Advising offers a wellspring of resources, one being a helping hand for businesses to put an "Ace" in every open job position. How do we do it? We take the time to coach your team on how to navigate the muddy waters of finding the right candidate for a job. You can also put your trust in us to guide your leaders, along with many other HR Solutions.
No matter what resources you require, with Hope Advising by your side, you can rest easy knowing that your business will grow stronger than ever before.
Meet Valerie!
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Valerie McKain, CEO/Consultant is an HR guru who works with small businesses and non-profits to help them realize and achieve their human resources goals. she believes every business, no matter if there are 2 or 100 employees, should have HR expertise and support.
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With a lifelong passion for the craft of HR, Valerie brings a unique blend of expertise, energy, and empathy to her work. She excels at supporting mid-level managers in navigating the intricate world of people management, helping them strike the perfect balance to "get it all done."
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​Valerie’s career ranges from software and nonprofit sectors, where her skills shine in dynamic and mission-driven environments. Her love for HR grew during her college years, fueled by participating in Jeopardy-style HR games.
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​In addition to her expertise in performance management and employee engagement, Valerie specializes in building HR infrastructure for small businesses from the ground up. She partners with organizations to deliver insightful, impactful HR solutions that drive success, ensuring their people processes align seamlessly with their goals.
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​Valerie is a Society for Human Resource Management, certified professional (SHRM-CP), and is well versed in all facets of HR, some of which include, people development, talent acquisition, employee engagement, benefits administration, and risk mitigation/compliance.
Valerie holds a bachelor’s degree from Indiana University. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends, two adorable pups, and attending as many concerts as she can each year!
