Meri Miller-Decker, SPHR

Meri Miller-Decker, SPHR has a diverse work experience spanning over several years. Meri'smost recent role is as an Executive Coach & Consultant at Cross Impact Coaching, where they started in August 2021. Meri is also the Founder of Blissful Soul Coach, a role they have held since November 2016.

Prior to their current positions, Meri held several leadership roles at various companies. From September 2021 to December 2022, they served as the Senior Vice President of Human Resources at FASHIONPHILE, and prior to that, they were the Vice President of Human Resources at the same company from September 2021 to December 2022.

Meri's work experience also includes a lengthy tenure at Midland Credit Management, an Encore Capital Group Company. There, they held the position of Senior Director - Human Resources from an undisclosed start date until October 2021. In this role, they successfully managed and motivated a team, oversaw HR functions, and improved employee engagement scores.

Before joining Midland Credit Management, Meri worked at PETCO Animal Supplies, Inc. as the Director of Talent Acquisition from 2008 to 2011. Meri was responsible for overseeing all aspects of talent acquisition and onboarding across the organization.

Prior to PETCO, Meri was the VP of Talent Acquisition at LendingTree from 2003 to 2008, where they played a crucial role in building and directing the HR unit. During their tenure, they helped the organization expand to almost 3,000 employees.

Meri's earlier work experience includes roles at VLSystems and R.D. Raab, where they held various positions in recruiting, HR, and marketing. Additionally, they worked at TEKSystems as a recruiter and later became an account manager.

Overall, Meri Miller-Decker's work experience showcases their expertise in executive coaching, human resources, talent acquisition, and team management. Meri has a proven track record of success in improving employee engagement, building HR units, and contributing to the growth and expansion of organizations.

Meri Miller-Decker, SPHR, has a diverse education history starting from their enrollment in 1993 at California State University, Fullerton. Meri pursued courses related to International Business and German, completing their studies in 1995. Afterward, Meri Miller-Decker proceeded to the University of Phoenix in 2000 and successfully obtained a Bachelor's degree in Business Management and Marketing in 2003.

In addition to their academic background, Meri Miller-Decker has also obtained certifications to further enhance their professional skill set. In December 2020, they achieved the DDI Facilitator Certification from DDI | Development Dimensions International, demonstrating their expertise in facilitation techniques. Furthermore, in November 2021, they completed the Certified Professional Co-Active Coach program at the Co-Active Training Institute, showcasing their competence as a professional co-active coach.

These educational achievements highlight Meri Miller-Decker's dedication to continuously improving their knowledge and abilities, making their a qualified and well-rounded professional in their field.