1. Laura M. Brown
915 Missouri Avenue lauranodabrown@gmail.com Home: 406-846-4040
Deer Lodge, MT 59722 Cell: 858-210-2009
Results oriented, hardworking HRIS professional with over 15 years experience in Human Resources who is
innovative and passionate about systems that support and drive the business forward
Areas of Expertise
Strong Understanding of: HRIS Experience:
HR Processes and Data Oracle HCM 10g ABRA
HRIS Database Design, Structure, Function and Processes PeopleSoft AS400
Requirements Analysis Microsoft Great Plains
Project Implementation
Professional Experience
ResMed Corp – San Diego, CA 3/07 to Present
Medical Device Industry; www.ResMed.com
Global HRIS Analyst, 11/11 to present
Oracle HRIS subject matter expert, responsible for providing global and regional support for Oracle HCM
applications, processes and projects. Technical point-of-contact for Oracle HCM, ensuring data integrity, testing of
system changes and providing issue resolution to functional and technical issues. Partner with IT in planning for
and implementing upgrades, testing functionality for each request prior to implementation in the production
environment. Work cross functionally with various globally located HR teams to understand the regional business
issues and translate them to create real solutions that address current needs and future requirements while
focusing on process improvement. In this capacity I also serve as the Americas Oracle HCM SuperUser providing
first line contact to this region’s end users providing assistance and evaluation of issues.
HRIS Project Manager - Americas, 06/10 to 11/11
Human Resources project lead (Americas) for the ResMed Global Oracle HRIS implementation project. Effectively
delegated tasks, communicated risk and timelines, managed scope and quality of work and ensured thorough
testing and integration of processes for the HRIS system. I represented the Americas HR department from the
initial design and planning phases and managed the project to go-live. This project was not assigned a Business
Analyst in the early stages of planning and as such I assumed this role temporarily and wrote all of the MD50
functional design documents for the Americas payroll interfaces. I drove the Oracle Core HR, Manager and
Employee Self Service modules to completion in FY11 on-time and in budget for the Americas region. My thorough
understating of ResMed Americas HR processes, practices and legacy HRIS system was a great asset to this very
ambitious project earning me a nomination of “Employee of the Quarter” from several employees for my efforts
and regional success on this extremely challenging global project.
Administrative Assistant to Vice President Human Resources – Americas (03-07 to 01/10)
Provided administrative support of a complex, and highly confidential nature to the Vice President, Human
Resource. Proactively managed Vice President’s dynamic calendar and independently scheduled appointments;
ensured up-to-date communication with all parties impacted by changes; provided excellent effort and follow
through on difficult-to-schedule meetings. Screened all incoming calls and correspondence and responded
independently when possible. Composed confidential correspondence and letters, reports and presentations on
behalf of the Vice President. Resolved incoming inquiries with the appropriate level of attention and discretion; took
suitable action and exercised independent judgment; responded with courtesy and professionalism on behalf of the
Vice President. Organized complex domestic and international travel, prepare detailed itinerary, and compiled
documents for travel-related meetings. Created and submitted subsequent expense reports in a timely manner.
Upheld a congenial, professional demeanor; greeted visitors, interfaced with co-workers and customers
appropriately. Managed the Human Resources Budget. Was Responsible for AAP and EEOC record keeping and
reporting. Assisted with errands and personal matters on an as needed basis.

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Professional Experience (Continued)
Sun Mountain Lumber, Inc. – Deer Lodge, Montana 10/04 to 3/07
Forestry, Timber Harvesting and Lumber Sales; www.sunmountainlumber.com
Payroll Accounting, 1/01 to 8/03
Enter and maintain employee information in HRIS system. Responsible for HR metrics reporting. Conducted New
Hire Orientation and safety briefing. Compile statistical reports, statements, and summaries related to pay and
benefits accounts, and submit them to appropriate departments. Record employee information, such as
exemptions, transfers, and resignations, in order to maintain and update payroll records. Process and issue
employee paychecks and statements of earnings and deductions. Issue and record adjustments to timecard related
errors or retroactive increases. Review time sheets, work charts, wage computation, and other information in order
to detect and reconcile payroll discrepancies. Provide information to employees and managers on payroll matters,
tax issues and benefit plans.
Lockheed Martin – Lakeland, FL 2/97 to 9/04
Global Security, Aerospace, Information Technology; www.lmco.com
Communications and Coordination Analyst (3/99 to 10/04)
Lockheed Martin Shared Services Best Practices and Project Management
This organizational group was responsible for the process reengineering and centralization of core financial
processes across Lockheed Martin. As a focal point for this group, I provided correspondence to management and
executives throughout the corporation regarding the Best Practices Implementation Project. I was the
administrator of the action item tracking system and was responsible for the follow-up of project action items
throughout this corporate initiative. In this capacity I was also responsible for the preparation of presentations
used by executive level management. Coordinated programs, events, or conferences by arranging for facilities and
caterer, issuing information or invitations, coordinating speakers, and controlling event budget. I also coordinated
all team travel arrangements for these large scale group meetings.
Senior Administrative Support Professional (Executive Assistant) (5/98 to 3/99)
Lockheed Martin Financial Services
Maintained a close and highly responsive relationship to the day-to-day activities of the Vice President of Financial
Services. Executed administrative processes to promote and sustain weekly/monthly/quarterly and annual business
rhythms. Ensured quality and timeliness of all deliverables. Protected Lockheed Martin proprietary information and
processes. Attended weekly leadership meetings to document comprehensive and accurate meeting minutes and
action items. Composed correspondence from notes, discussions or independently from knowledge of
circumstances of Lockheed Martin corporate policy. Monitored and provided reminders of recurring deliverables.
Provided Human Resources support as required. Chaired or was an active participant in planning of activities
related to initiatives to improve career development, customer relationships and team performance.
Human Resources Representative (2/97 to 5/98)
Lockheed Martin Financial Services
Served as liaison between Human Resources and leadership by handling HR related questions, interpreting and
explaining human resources policies. Provided guidance and/or assistance to employees in resolving individual
issues related to benefits, payroll and compliance training. Facilitated Employee Orientation and on boarding
activities. Coordinated Rewards/Recognition programs, assisting leadership to recognize, acknowledge and reward
positive employee behaviors
EF Composite Technologies – San Diego, CA 10/94 to 1/97
Sporting Goods Manufacturer; www.e-force.com
Inside Sales Manager
Advanced to increasingly responsible positions, culminating in management role with oversight for inside sales,
telemarketing, customer service, warranty department and administrative clerical staff. Liaison to company
founder and President assisting him in all phases of operation. Responsible for strategic planning, development
and implementation of Inside Sales and International Sales Teams. Interfaced with outside sales force and
approximately 2,000 open sales accounts. Accountable for forecasting of inventory needs for both sales and
warranty replacement products. Represented company at industry trade shows and sporting events.

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Professional Experience (Continued)
Prince Global Sports, LLC (Ektelon Racquetball)– San Diego, CA 10/90 to 8/94
Sporting Goods Manufacturer; www.princesports.com
Customer Service Manager (11/91 to 8/94)
Promoted to management role for the racquetball division’s (Ektelon) Customer Service Department. I was
responsible for the recruitment, training and supervision of 15 employees. Managed warranty processes and
inventory. Initial goal was to restore company’s high level of customer service standards. Recognized as employee
of the year (1992) for implementing new warranty return processes that improved company response/action rate
dramatically (from 60 - 120 days to 2 days).
President’s Assistant (10/90 to 11/91)
Hired as President’s Assistant and served in this capacity until promoted to Customer Service Manager in
November, 1991.
Professional References
Gladly provide upon request