Michele Espinosa

Michele Espinosa has a diverse work experience spanning over 13 years. Michele is currently working as a Human Resources Manager at Prep Sportswear since May 2021. Previously, they served as a Human Resources & Office Manager at Bekaert from November 2018 to December 2020. In this role, they managed plant-wide HR functions, improved productivity and profitability, and successfully prevented revenue loss due to fraudulent unemployment claims.

Prior to Bekaert, Michele was a Sr. Personnel Supervisor at ResourceMFG from February 2015 to November 2018. During their tenure, they managed the Frankfort office, processed payroll, and significantly increased the number of associates on payroll through aggressive employee recruitment. Additionally, they collaborated with the sales department to market services to potential employer clients, resulting in an 82% increase in sales revenue.

Before joining ResourceMFG, Michele worked as a Manager at White Moon Winery from March 2013 to December 2014. Michele also gained experience as a Staffing Manager at StaffCorp., Inc. from October 2010 to February 2013, where they recruited, hired, and scheduled candidates for manufacturing and warehouse industry clients. Michele was responsible for processing payroll, maintaining employee database, and handling unemployment claims.

Michele's early career includes a role as Manager/Owner at The Oak Barrel from August 2007 to July 2010. In this position, they managed budgeting, cost control, payroll, and general accounting. Michele oversaw the conversion of a historic building into a full-service restaurant and generated $235K in revenue during the first four months of operation.

Michele Espinosa obtained a Paralegal Certification from Sullivan University between the years 2003 and 2005. Prior to that, they pursued a degree in Business Administration and Management, with a focus on General studies, at Jersey City State College from 1979 to 1982.