Heather Fountaine

Heather Fountaine, MBA, SHRM-SCP, is a seasoned human resources professional with extensive experience in benefits management, compliance, and payroll administration. Currently serving as a Senior Human Resources Specialist at Monte Sano Research Corporation, Heather specializes in overseeing health, retirement, leave, and wellness programs, while ensuring regulatory compliance. Previously, Heather held various roles at Progress Rail, a Caterpillar Company, where responsibilities included managing compensation and benefits programs and ensuring compliance with employment regulations. Earlier experience includes positions at Prime Healthcare, where Heather managed HR functions for over 700 employees and coordinated new hire onboarding processes. Heather holds an MBA in Human Resources Management from the University of North Alabama and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Auburn University.