Francisco R. Colon

Francisco R. Colon, PHR, SHRM-CP has extensive experience in the field of human resources. Francisco R. is currently the Human Resources Director at Penske Automotive Group, where they lead a team of three HR professionals and oversees HR operations for ten dealerships, three collision centers, a call center, and an accounting office. In this role, they also conduct training for management on leadership, employee performance, and morale improvement.

Prior to their current position, Francisco worked as the Human Resources Director at Cintas and led the HR Department in the Southwest region. Francisco R. implemented various improvements in areas such as communications, recruiting, staffing, performance management, succession planning, and compliance. Francisco R. also collaborated with business leaders to enhance employee retention and performance across the organization.

Before joining Cintas, Francisco worked at American Airlines as a Senior HR Representative. Francisco R. managed HR compliance and relations across multiple countries and cities, supporting managers and supervisors. Francisco R. also fostered positive relationships with union and non-union employees to promote open dialogue.

Overall, Francisco R. Colon, PHR, SHRM-CP has a wealth of experience in leading HR departments, implementing improvements, and fostering positive relationships in various organizations.

Francisco R. Colon, PHR, SHRM-CP, attended the University of Puerto Rico-Bayamon. Francisco R. obtained their Professional in Human Resources® (PHR®) certification from HRCI in December 2002 and their SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) certification from SHRM in December 2015.