Donovan Parish, MSHRM, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, GPHR

CEO

Columbus, Mississippi, United States18 yrs 5 mos experience

Highly Stable

Key Highlights

Led HR transformation in high-growth biotech company.
Expert in aligning people strategy with business objectives.
Trusted advisor to C-suite executives on HR strategy.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a strategic HR leader with expertise in high-growth environments across diverse industries.

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Skills

Core Skills

Human Resources (hr)Organizational CapabilityTalent ManagementHr PoliciesCustomer Service ManagementTeam ManagementTraining And Development

Other Skills

Workforce PlanningCompensation StrategyHR TechnologyM&A IntegrationBusiness TransformationTotal Rewards StrategyEmployee ExperienceTalent AcquisitionHR IntegrationHR ComplianceHRIS ImplementationPolicy DevelopmentTraining ProgramsEmployee RelationsOperational Efficiency

About

HR executive known for building scalable people infrastructure, transforming organizations, and driving performance through strategic workforce leadership. I’ve led HR functions across PE-backed companies, mission-driven organizations, and multi-site, high-growth environments strengthening culture, capability, and operational execution at every stage. With experience spanning biotechnology, education, gaming, financial services, and multi-state operations, I bring a systems-minded approach that turns HR into a strategic engine. I’ve overseen large-scale workforce growth, integrated acquired teams, modernized HR technology, and built leadership pipelines that enable long-term business agility. Passionate about aligning people strategy with business strategy, I excel in environments where rapid growth, transformation, and talent complexity demand strong HR leadership. I’m known for elevating HR teams, advising executive leaders, and designing workforce systems that reduce risk and accelerate enterprise outcomes. I serve as a trusted advisor to CEOs, CFOs, and operators navigating expansion, culture evolution, restructuring, and operational redesign. My work consistently delivers measurable improvements in retention, engagement, leadership effectiveness, and organizational performance.

Experience

18 yrs 5 mos

Total Experience

3 yrs

Average Tenure

5 mos

Current Experience

Grt financial, inc.

Vice President of Human Resources

Dec 2025 – Present · 5 mos · Southfield, Michigan, United States · Remote

Acceleration academies

Director of Human Resources

Jan 2024 – Jan 2025 · 1 yr · Chicago, Illinois, United States · Remote

Immunotek bio centers, llc

Director of Human Resources

Jan 2018 – Jan 2024 · 6 yrs · Southlake, Texas, United States · Remote

HR Leader for a private equity-backed, multi-state biotech company during a high-growth expansion, scaling from 250 to 2,200+ employees across 50+ locations. Lead workforce planning, compensation strategy, HR technology, and M&A integration. Led HR’s role in business transformation, ensuring workforce strategy aligns with enterprise expansion, operational scalability, and investor-driven growth objectives.

Workforce PlanningCompensation StrategyHR TechnologyM&A IntegrationBusiness TransformationHuman Resources (HR)+1

Jacobs entertainment, inc.

Human Resources Business Partner

Jan 2015 – Jan 2018 · 3 yrs · Lafayette, Louisiana Area · On-site

Led total rewards strategy, employee experience, and talent acquisition for a multi-unit truck stop casino and video poker organization. Promoted within 90 days from HR Generalist to HR Business Partner, expanding HR’s influence over workforce development, compliance, and multi-unit HR strategy. Led HR integration efforts during the acquisition of two locations, expanding the company’s operational footprint to align with business objectives.

Total Rewards StrategyEmployee ExperienceTalent AcquisitionHR IntegrationHuman Resources (HR)Talent Management

Acadiana safety association

Human Resources Generalist

Jan 2012 – Jan 2015 · 3 yrs · Lafayette, Louisiana Area · On-site

Owned HR compliance, workforce planning, and HRIS implementation efforts for a safety-focused workforce development organization. Developed and enforced HR policies and training programs to enhance regulatory compliance, workforce readiness, and employee engagement.

HR ComplianceWorkforce PlanningHRIS ImplementationPolicy DevelopmentHuman Resources (HR)HR Policies

Rouses markets

Customer Service Team Manager

Jan 2011 – Jan 2012 · 1 yr · Lafayette, Louisiana Area · On-site

Results-driven leader elevating organizational performance through innovative training and employee relations strategies. Expertise in developing high-performing teams of 25+ members, designing and implementing transformative training programs, optimizing operational efficiency, and labor cost management. Skilled at cultivating positive workplace cultures that drive retention while strategically supporting leadership in addressing complex employee relations challenges.

Training ProgramsEmployee RelationsOperational EfficiencyCustomer Service ManagementTeam Management

Brookshire grocery company

Store Trainer

Jan 2007 – Jan 2011 · 4 yrs · New Iberia, LA

Accomplished professional with expertise in human resource management, spearheading key functions such as new employee orientation, training, development, and on-the-job coaching. Cultivated a culture of operational excellence while supervising the performance of customer service clerks to ensure optimal service delivery.

New Employee OrientationTrainingCoachingHuman Resources (HR)Training and Development