Bethany DeFrancesco, PHR

HR Manager

Las Vegas, Nevada, United States15 yrs 10 mos experience

Highly Stable

Key Highlights

10+ years of HR leadership experience.
Expert in talent management and employee engagement.
Proven track record in organizational transformation.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Human Resources expert with a focus on employee engagement and organizational development.

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Skills

Core Skills

Employee EngagementTalent ManagementHr StrategyPerformance ManagementBenefits Administration

Other Skills

ACA eligibilityAnalytical SkillsApplicant Tracking SystemsBudgetingBudgetsBusiness Relationship ManagementBusiness RequirementsBusiness TravelCalendarsCasinoCasino ManagementCommunicationCompensation & BenefitsCompensation PlanningConflict Management

About

Strategic, results-driven HR leader with 10+ years of experience supporting large, distributed teams across corporate and operational environments including exempt, non-exempt, and hourly workforces. I bring a balanced approach of high-level strategy and practical execution, partnering closely with senior leaders to scale HR programs, drive employee engagement, and lead organizational transformation. As a Senior HR Business Partner at Take-Two Interactive, I’ve led workforce planning, talent development, and org design initiatives supporting global functions like Information Security, Marketing Tech, and Direct-to-Consumer operations. My work has helped streamline operations, improve performance accountability, and build resilient, scalable structures aligned with business goals. Core strengths include: • HR Strategy & Leadership Coaching • Employee Relations & Risk Mitigation • Organizational Design & Workforce Planning • Performance Management & Talent Reviews • Change Management & Acquisition Integration • Employee Engagement & Retention Programs • HR Systems, Process Optimization & Remote-First Support

Experience

Take-two interactive

Manager, HR Business Partner

Jun 2024 – Present · 1 yr 9 mos · Las Vegas, Nevada, United States

Private division

3 roles

Manager, HR Business Partner

Promoted

Apr 2022 – Jun 2024 · 2 yrs 2 mos

Provided strategic HR guidance to senior leadership including leading talent management initiatives and change management.
Managed complex employee relations matters across diverse locations, implements conflict resolution, and fosters a culture of collaboration.
Optimized performance management processes, align reviews with organizational objectives, and delivers training programs for continuous learning and growth.
Designed and implemented policies to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, mitigating organizational risks effectively.
Enhanced employee lifecycle processes. Lead engagement initiatives focused on diversity and inclusion, improving morale and recognition and building culture.

strategic HR guidancetalent managementchange managementemployee relationsconflict resolutionperformance management+4

Sr. People & Development Business Partner

Promoted

Aug 2021 – Mar 2022 · 7 mos

Sr. HR Generalist

Apr 2020 – Aug 2021 · 1 yr 4 mos

Penn national gaming

HR Generalist

Oct 2018 – Apr 2020 · 1 yr 6 mos · Las Vegas Metropolitan Area

Penn National Gaming (acquired Pinnacle Entertainment Oct. 2018)
Orchestrated strategic initiatives to optimize departmental structure, seamlessly integrating HR strategies across the enterprise. Innovatively enhanced staff performance, bolstered quality assurance, and fortified security and safety protocols to drive organizational excellence.
Delivered personalized support and mentorship to team members and leaders, navigating them through complex challenges with astuteness and insight. Pioneered tailored career development pathways, igniting a culture of continuous growth and empowerment.
Spearheaded transformative policy integration efforts, orchestrated business reviews and provided authoritative counsel on policy matters. Ensured seamless alignment with legal standards and organizational imperatives, setting the gold standard for governance.
Engineered and implemented new processes and procedures to revolutionize HR operations. Propelled efficiency to new heights, optimizing workflows and galvanizing productivity across all facets of the organization.
Served as project manager for EthicsPoint initiatives, overseeing critical HR processes with finesse. Championed compliance with precision, orchestrating the effective management of sensitive issues such as EEOC, grievances, and ADA accommodations, preserving the integrity of the organization at every turn.

strategic initiativesHR strategiesperformance optimizationpolicy integrationHR operationsproject management+2

Pinnacle entertainment

2 roles

Sr Benefits Analyst II & Office Manager

Promoted

Apr 2017 – Oct 2018 · 1 yr 6 mos · Las Vegas Metropolitan Area

Acquired by Penn National Gaming, October 2018
Facilitated comprehensive benefits orientations and managed annual open enrollment with precision and clarity.
Standardized benefits audits, ensuring accuracy in deductions, HRIS imports, payroll, and 401(k) administration on various timeframes (weekly, monthly, quarterly, yearly).
Expertly managed ACA eligibility and tracking, LOA/FMLA administration, and spearheaded innovative wellness initiatives.
Demonstrated strong attention to detail and compliance in benefits processes, driving efficiency and accuracy.
Leveraged strategic planning to optimize benefits programs, fostering a culture of employee well-being and engagement.
Proven ability to navigate regulatory requirements while driving positive organizational change.

benefits orientationsbenefits auditsACA eligibilitywellness initiativesBenefits AdministrationEmployee Engagement

Executive Assistant & Office Manager

Aug 2012 – Apr 2017 · 4 yrs 8 mos · Las Vegas Metropolitan Area

Acquired by Penn National Gaming, October 2018
Maintained daily schedule, managed multiple email accounts and organize complex travel for SVP of HR and EVP, General Counsel.
Led HR operational projects through multiple mergers and acquisitions by integrating culture, process, and systems. Coordinated cross-functional teams to deliver transition plans.