Suzanne Rosson - Partner

A senior human resources professional with several years experience in the public and private sectors. Before starting her own consulting business, Sue worked for 15 years for a national career transition company and several years in the role of Managing Partner. During her career she has worked with senior management in government, healthcare, the financial industry, not-for-profit and telecommunications. She has led major restructuring projects, strategic planning and team development initiatives throughout the Atlantic region. She has coached senior executives in new positions as well as developmental roles and also has expertise in Career Assessment, Change Management, Succession Planning and Transition and Retirement Counseling.

Contact:
902-423-3969
902-209-8470 Cell
srosson@rossongordon.com

Karen Gordon - Partner

A strategic Human Resources Professional with extensive experience in the design and delivery of cost-effective HR systems and solutions with bottom line impact. She has specialist expertise in Total Rewards, Performance and HR Management consulting. Karen has spent several years providing consulting expertise to a variety of clients in both public and private sector as she managed her "sole proprietorship" consulting practice for 5 years. Prior to this she spent several years in a senior HR leadership role managing Human Resources for a global organization as their Director of Human Resources, and brings a wealth of "hands on" experience to her clients.

Contact:
902-423-3969 Office
902-640-2500 Home Office
902-229-4400 Cell
kgordon@rossongordon.com

Susan Letson - Associate

Susan Letson has over 20 years' experience in the recruitment and selection of senior leaders in the public and private sectors throughout Atlantic Canada. As a senior member of two national consulting firms, she has led over 200 search assignments for positions such as University President, start up company CEO, Crown agency CEO, Health Care executive, and members of national Boards. In addition, she has been Chair of Symphony Nova Scotia and the YWCA, and Vice Chair of the United Way of Halifax Region. She is currently Chair of Debut Atlantic and a member of the Resource Recovery Fund Board.

Contact:
902-423-3969
902-488-9581 Cell
sletson@rossongordon.com

Nancy Parker - Associate

Nancy is a Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) with more than ten years experience in the HR management field. She has an extensive background in recruitment, coaching, performance management, and facilitating change management initiatives. She brings an energetic and engaging style to both workshops and her one-on-one work with clients.

Contact:
1-877-423-9280
506-650-6761
nparker@rossongordon.com

Erika Babin - Executive Assistant

Erika has several years of experience working for consulting organizations in administration, specifically in HR Management and Career Transition. Prior to Erika coming to Rosson & Gordon, she worked at Toombs Inc. in Calgary. She is a valued member of the Rosson & Gordon team and provides exceptional customer service to clients.

Contact:
902-423-3969
erikababin@rossongordon.com

Selected accomplishments of Rosson & Gordon include the following:

• Designed and delivered total rewards and compensation strategies, models and structures to various clients, which continually enhanced employee engagement and aligned Business and HR Strategies.
• Developed several competency based performance management processes and tools which continually enhanced bottom line performance by ensuring the processes were linked to overall business goals and objectives.
• Implemented several competency models in line with corporate culture that continually support communications strategy.
• Designed and delivered a full range of leadership development programs for clients including coaching for management, 360° feedback, employee training and development, and succession planning.
• Led the development of several HR strategies and plans, partnering with senior management to continually ensure the alignment with business goals and the facilitation of organizational change.
• Delivered On-boarding Coaching Services to senior executives in a healthcare setting, ensuring integration and successful outcomes.
• Coached senior management team in an academic setting in the development of enhanced communications, more effective leadership and improved organizational structure.
• Developed succession planning strategies and coached management in the identification and development of high potential employees.
• Selected recruitments:
  • University President,Vice President Academic, Vice President, Administration Community College President
  • CEO's for several provincial crown agencies
  • CEO's for several manufacturing companies
  • Board members for two crown agencies
  • Four CEO's for regional health authorities
  • Vice President Marketing and Chief Operating Offier for an Atlantic Canadian government agency