Vernette D.
5.0
From 'Burnout to Breakthrough and Beyond: Life & Leadership Coaching
Studied at Rutgers University
Works at Electronic Arts
Hiring Manager
Available tomorrow at 3:00 PM UTC
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Vernette’s Leadership Development Qualifications
Experience level: Vice President
60+ people coached for Leadership Development
Hi There! My name is Vernette Daniel and I am an engineer turned Human Resources executive with 26+ years of experience working for Fortune 500 companies across multiple industries, functional areas and geographies. I formally found my way into the world of HR 11 years ago, but a consistent theme throughout my career has been my passion and ability for helping people and organizations connect the dots that don’t always seem obvious and create realistic roadmaps for desired outcomes. I am a high-achieving, Caribbean-born woman of color who is first in my family to get to the executive level in corporate America. While my work ethic and values have played a major role in my success, they weren’t enough to save me from complete burnout post-pandemic when the demands of senior leadership and “adulting” took their toll. It was then that I was introduced to the power of coaching. It has proven invaluable in helping me reimagine and become the type of executive, leader and overall human I want to be in the world. Now, I bring the totality of these experiences with me as I embark on the exciting new journey of becoming an ICF (International Coaching Federation) certified coach. I am passionate about helping others tap into the infinite resources they possess to unlock their next level of personal and professional development. Whether you're looking to refine your leadership skills, navigate complex organizational dynamics or process a challenging career transition, I'm here to support you. Let's connect and take your leadership journey to the next level! Key areas of focus include, but are not limited to: leadership effectiveness career clarity & transitions early career navigation burnout prevention/recovery imposter syndrome work/life integration
Vernette can help with:
Conflict Resolution
Change Management
Ethical Leadership
Diversity and Inclusion
Emotional Intelligence
Coaching and Mentoring
Time Management
About Vernette
I am an engineer turned Human Resources executive with 26 years of experience working for Fortune 500 companies across multiple industries, functions and geographies. I have held a variety of roles throughout my career (some intentional shifts and some I stumbled into), but one consistent theme throughout my career has been my passion and ability to help people and organizations connect the dots that don’t always seem obvious and create pragmatic roadmaps for desired outcomes. I have led teams and mentored numerous people at different stages of their career and I've spent the last 11 years in HR where I've coached some of the senior-most leaders in my organizations. Late last year, I began the lengthy process of becoming an ICF (International Coaching Federation) certified coach by way of the Hudson Coaching Institute where I am able to further refine my skills add to my coaching toolkit. While not yet certified, I am an experienced, empathetic, “real talk” coach known for curating a safe space for clients to explore and address topics such as (but not limited to): Leadership Effectiveness Career Clarity and Transitions Early Career Acceleration Burnout Prevention and Recovery Imposter Syndrome Work/Life Integration I look forward to helping you take the necessary steps to be the leader you aspire to be and achieve your most audacious goals…and I think we might even laugh a little in the process.
Why do I coach?
As a high-achieving, Caribbean born woman of color who was the first in my family to attain executive level success, hard work and determination have been my default. While my work ethic and values have played a major role in my success, they weren’t enough to save me from ultimate burnout when the demands of senior leadership and “adulting” took their toll. It was then that I was introduced to the real power of coaching the whole person (not just the title on your office door). It has proven invaluable in helping me reimagine and become the type of executive, leader and overall human I want to be in the world. Now, I aspire to help others unlock the their next level of personal and professional growth with intentionality and self awareness.
Work Experience
VP, People & Cultural Affairs
Electronic Arts
October 2021 - Present
Hiring Manager
🔹 Championing a thriving workplace culture while ensuring a safe and engaging environment for employees and players. 🔹 Leveraging data-driven insights to proactively address workplace concerns and drive leadership accountability. 🔹 Bringing clarity to complexity—simplifying policies, streamlining processes, and ensuring leaders take decisive action on critical people-related matters.
Previous HR Leadership Roles
Electronic Arts
September 2017 - October 2021
Hiring Manager
✔ Chief of Staff, People Experience & Sr. Dir, HR Business Partner | Jun 2019 – Oct 2021 – Trusted advisor to C-suite executives, driving talent strategies, executive coaching, and leadership effectiveness during periods of transformation. ✔ Director, Business Partnership | Sept 2017 – Jun 2019 – Optimized organizational effectiveness for Global Marketing and Publishing, ensuring teams were structured for clarity, impact, and agility.
Engineering, Business Operations & HR Leadership
Johnson & Johnson
June 1999 - September 2017
Hiring Manager
Held progressive leadership roles across engineering, operations, business strategy, and HR, applying systems thinking and a bias for action to tackle complex business challenges. 🔹 Global HR Leader, Supply Chain Platforms | Oct 2016 – Sept 2017 – Partnered with global supply chain leaders to develop people strategies focused on top talent development, diversity & inclusion, and future capability-building. – Led a global HR transformation by implementing an HR service delivery model that improved efficiency and responsiveness. 🔹 Sr. Manager, Global Business HR Partner (Supply Chain & Procurement) | Jun 2015 – Sept 2016 – Drove organizational design and restructuring initiatives across procurement and external manufacturing to optimize efficiency and business alignment. – Coached three new Vice Presidents to accelerate leadership impact and team effectiveness. 🔹 Sr. Manager, Global Performance & Development | Nov 2013 – May 2015 – Designed and led the global rollout of a new performance management system, impacting 93,000+ employees across J&J. – Simplified complex HR processes, creating training materials that were both effective and accessible across 14 languages. 🔹 Change & Communications Leader (Medical Devices) | Oct 2012 – Nov 2013 – Spearheaded change management and organizational design for a $100M contracting transformation, ensuring smooth deployment across five medical device franchises. 🔹 Sr. Manager & Manager, Contract Development (Pharmaceutical & Medical Devices) | Jun 2011 – Oct 2012 – Led a team of 13 contracting professionals through a major restructuring, optimizing operations while maintaining service excellence. – Recognized with the 2012 Chairman’s Award for driving execution on a critical pharmaceutical go-to-market strategy. 🔹 Manager, Customer Solutions Center | Nov 2008 – Jun 2011 – Transformed customer service within the contracting group, improving response times by 26% and reducing non-value-added work by 24%. – Recognized by company president for enhancing the customer experience and driving operational efficiency. 🔹 Project Manager, Affiliate Contracting Services | Apr 2007 – Oct 2008 – Managed critical federal supply agreements, improving compliance and streamlining processes for a $250M portfolio. – Won the 2008 Standard of Leadership Award for successfully leading a high-profile remediation project. 🔹 Senior Auditor, Government Contract Compliance | Mar 2003 – Dec 2004 – Developed J&J’s first comprehensive government compliance audit program, ensuring alignment across its medical device and pharmaceutical businesses. – The tools and frameworks developed remain in use today. 🔹 Business Analyst / Senior Business Analyst (Contracting & Compliance) | Aug 2001 – Feb 2003 – Managed two federal supply schedule agreements, ensuring compliance while supporting strategic growth initiatives. – Promoted within six months based on performance and impact. 🔹 Engineer I (Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics) | Jun 1999 – Aug 2001 – Led manufacturing expansion projects in a regulated GMP environment, ensuring production met increasing demand without disruption. – Completed a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt training program, applying data-driven problem-solving to optimize operations.
Client Manager, Government Services
American Express
April 2006 - March 2007
🔹 Successfully managed and expanded key Federal Government accounts valued at $1.9 billion, identifying growth opportunities, negotiating contracts, and driving strategic partnerships. 🔹 Strengthened client relationships by ensuring clear communication, process improvements, and innovative co-marketing opportunities, demonstrating the ability to drive results across industries. This experience further reinforced my ability to adapt quickly, navigate regulatory complexities, and drive performance across multiple industries—from financial services and healthcare to entertainment and technology.
Vernette was also given offers to work at
Airbnb
Box
Education
Rutgers University
BS & BA, Biochemical Engineering & Africana Studies
1993 - 1999
Activities and societies: National Society of Black Engineers Carr Scholar Dual degree
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