Paula Staudt

Paula Staudt, SHRM-SCP, SPHR, CPSP has a diverse work experience spanning over several industries. Paula is currently the Director of Human Resources at Tantus Technologies, Inc. since June 2018. Previously, Paula held various HR leadership roles at FN America, LLC, serving as Vice President of Human Resources from June 2014 to September 2017, and as Sr. Director of Human Resources from April 2010 to June 2014. Paula was responsible for leading HR efforts in a defense contractor with 50+ employees and overseeing US military business development and commercial/law enforcement sales.

Prior to FN America, LLC, Paula served as the Manager of Human Resources at Eaton Aerospace from December 2001 to October 2009. Paula provided HR leadership to a non-union manufacturing operation with over 400 employees.

Paula's earlier work experience includes roles such as a Tour Guide at the United States Naval Academy from 1996 to 2007, an Area Manager of Human Resources at ARAMARK Educational Resources from August 2000 to November 2001, an HR Generalist at International Paper from May 1992 to May 2000, an Intern at the U.S. Department of Labor from June 1991 to August 1991, an Instructor at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign from August 1990 to May 1991, an Advertising Copywriter at Spiegel Catalog from November 1987 to August 1990, and a Banking Services Assistant at Harris Bank from June 1983 to January 1987.

With their vast experience in diverse industries and their certifications in HR, Paula has developed strong leadership and expertise in various HR functions such as talent management, training/development, and labor relations.

Paula Staudt has a Bachelor's degree in Journalism from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Paula also holds a Master's degree in Labor and Industrial Relations with a concentration in Human Resource Management from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, School of Labor and Employment Relations.

In terms of certifications, Paula is a Certified Plan Sponsor Professional (CPSP) from the Plan Sponsor Council of America. Paula obtained this certification in May 2021. Additionally, they hold the designation of SHRM-SCP (Society for Human Resource Management - Senior Certified Professional) and SPHR (Senior Professional in Human Resources) from the HR Certification Institute - HRCI. The specific year and month of obtaining these certifications are not provided.