Strategic HR Consulting & Practical AI Integration
35 years of senior HR leadership at your service.
I help companies navigate the parts of HR that don't come with a manual. Whether you need someone to audit your employee handbook, sort out a compliance gap, advise on a policy question, or just talk through a situation with someone who's been in the room before, I'm available on an hourly basis. No retainer. No long-term commitment.
Not sure where to start with AI in HR?
I also work with firms who are ready to bring AI into their HR operations. Through a partnership with Veridian Vault AI, I facilitate transitioning your HR documents to a private AI knowledge base your team can use internally. It’s an affordable entry point to begin training your in-house AI.
About.
As a Human Resources (HR) leader for over 35 years, I believe that people, and not policies, are what make an organization successful. Employees are the heart of every business. Having a people-focused style that drives results, strengthens workplace culture and improves turnover is my guiding ethos to ensure success.
After completing my Bachelor’s Degree in Organizational Psychology, I began my career working as a Personnel Officer for the State of Connecticut where I wrote the State’s Telecommuting Program and created the Automated Personnel System. My HR experience has spanned a variety of industries, allowing me to have perspectives in both public and private sectors.
Having lived through the evolution of corporate HR, from the era of paper files to the digital age, I recognize that we are now at another turning point with artificial intelligence. Most organizations understand they need to adapt but aren't sure where to begin, or if it’s safe. I help firms take the first step to get comfortable with AI at their own pace.
Allow me to take you on a purposeful journey to make your organization one that will be envied, efficient and profitable for decades to come. I look forward to working together!
“Employees are the heart of every business.”
Services.
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On-Demand HR Consulting
Sometimes you just need someone to call. A handbook question, a tricky employee situation, a compliance issue you want a second opinion on before it becomes a problem.
Strategic "Straight Talk" on an hourly basis for when you just need to talk through a sensitive situation privately.
Direct Access to 35 years of senior-level knowledge with a simple call or email, addressing specific gaps as they arise.
High-Impact Audits of your handbooks or compliance logic to catch blind spots.
Total Flexibility to engage my services for a single afternoon or a specific project, with no pressure or unnecessary overhead.
Ideal for leadership teams that value experience over jargon, and need an action-oriented HR Consulting Partner.
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Brand Design & Employee Culture
What is your brand design and office culture saying about you as an employer - bland and old fashioned or edgy and disruptive?
Top Gen-Z candidates will be looking for a culture with intentional experiences.
Visual authenticity - Your brand’s logo, design aesthetic and imagery must communicate that you're inventive, modern and culturally in tune.
Social media presence – Before they even apply, Gen-Zers extensively research employers online and evaluate company culture through visual appeal.
Digital-first impressions - A modern company website, recruiting materials, interactive application process and authentic employee stories will attract and retain top talent.
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30+ Years of HR Experience
Not sure where to start? We can explore in a quick call. Grab a spot on my calendar.
Whether bootstrapped, scaling or navigating the complexities of government and union environments, human capital management is a key foundational item.
ADP Payroll Systems Specialist - Custom modules to automate your employee onboarding and offboarding.
HRIS & ATS, HR Software Solutions - We’ve used them all, for decades.
Recruiting- Staffing, Job Postings, Audits, and Talent Acquisition
Policy and Procedure - Employee Handbooks, Internal Assets
HR AI Transition - Configure a private AI HR Knowledge Base for internal use.
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Work Culture Development Plan
Hybrid work policies are critical for attracting young employees and retaining high performers who view flexibility as a standard workplace expectation.
Next Generation employees value:
Autonomy to work in environments where they're most productive.
Results-oriented evaluation based on output, not physical presence.
Modern Tooling: Internal AI tools and streamlined digital systems that eliminate the grunt work of searching for information and deciphering unwritten rules.
The companies that get this right aren't just accommodating, they're building cultures where people genuinely want to stay.
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Certified ADP SaaS Specialist
My deep, comprehensive ADP knowledge combines expert platform consulting with hands-on solutions configurations, optimizing your payroll workflow with Workforce Now, RUN and/or ADP AI.
We handle the configuration and implementation of all platform features.
Complete payroll processing for bi-weekly, semi-monthly, or monthly cycles with accuracy and compliance.
ADP Expertise - Integration support, custom reporting, and training for HR teams, from employee self-service to advanced analytics.
Handling of complex scenarios like multiple pay rates, shift differentials, commissions, bonuses and benefit deductions.
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Custom AI for Human Resources
Most organizations know they need AI but aren't sure where to start. Veridian Vault AI creates private, custom AI knowledge bases specifically for HR departments through its network of experienced HR consultants and AI technology partners.
A Certified Veridian Vault AI Partner: I facilitate the entire process for you, from document intake via a secure upload link to seamless deployment, delivering a private, proprietary-trained AI that your team can chat with for quick answers. Your organization owns the AI outright. No vendor lock-in. Configured with governance in mind, and built to scale.
Affordable Entry Point: A focused first step to begin training your staff with an in-house AI while enterprise solutions catch up.
White Glove Human-Led Service: Every engagement is facilitated by a senior HR professional partnered with a support technician who understands the entire ecosystem.
Testimonials.
Susan B. at Medical Coding Company
“SMG.HR brought fresh ideas to attract a new generation of employees. Our new ATS is a game changer! It totally automates hiring and onboarding our staff.”
Paul C. at CT Accounting Firm
“We knew we needed to do something with AI but had no idea where to start. Sonia made it simple. She walked us through the process, handled everything on her end, and we were up and running fast. Now leadership can observe how the team actually uses it, and the company owns it.”
Lynnette V. at Health Products Distributor
“Sonia’s ADP Workforce Now roadmap took the guesswork out of our transition to an all-digital HRIS platform, ensuring a seamless transition to automating our recruiting, performance management, payroll and HR processes over the next 18 months!”
Get In Touch.
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No Fee. No Obligation.