Sarah Harper Mba, Sphr, Shrm-Scp, Cpsp

Sarah Harper, MBA, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, CPSP has a diverse background in human resources and people operations. Sarah currently holds the role of Director of People Operations at Advance Plumbing & Heating Supply Company, where they are responsible for overseeing HR functions. Prior to this, they worked as the Director of Human Resources at A2 Hosting, a Human Resources Manager at Sensors, Inc., and a Human Resources Consultant and Senior Human Resources Manager at Bass Pro Shops. Sarah also has experience as a Director of Human Resources at Nexient, where they managed a team of 7 and implemented HRIS systems to streamline processes. Sarah has held previous roles as an HR Assistant at PDS Services and NSF International, and worked as a consultant for Gemini Salon and Day Spa, providing services for the creation of an employee manual. Sarah's work experience spans over a decade and demonstrates their expertise in various HR functions across different industries.

Sarah Harper has a comprehensive education history that showcases their commitment to professional development and expertise in the field of business administration and human resources. Sarah holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree from the University of Michigan-Flint, which they pursued from 2019 to 2023. Prior to this, they completed a Master of Science degree in Human Resources and Organizational Development at Eastern Michigan University in 2010.

In their undergraduate years, Sarah attended Eastern Michigan University from 2002 to 2007, graduating with a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration Management and Human Resource Management.

Sarah has also obtained various certifications to enhance their knowledge and skills. Sarah became a Certified Plan Sponsor Professional (CPSP) through the Plan Sponsor Council of America in June 2022. In April 2021, they earned the Senior Professional in Human Resources® (SPHR®) Certification from HRCI. Additionally, they achieved the SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) certification from the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) in January 2015.

Furthermore, Sarah has pursued several professional development courses to stay updated in their field. Notable examples include completing a certificate program in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the Workplace from USF Corporate Training and Professional Education in May 2021. Sarah also obtained certificates in Leading and Motivating People with Different Personalities, Business Etiquette: Phone, Email, and Text, and Communicating with Emotional Intelligence from LinkedIn in 2023.

Sarah Harper's educational background and professional certifications demonstrate their commitment to continuous learning and expertise in business administration and human resources.