Vanessa G. Nelson, President
Vanessa G. Nelson is the Founder and President of Expert Human Resources, a 100% online HR Consulting firm that has been helping organizations protect their assets, maintain compliance, and maximize performance for since 2009.
After witnesses multiple businesses suffer massive lawsuits, steep penalties, and crumbling morale, due to HR missteps, Vanessa launched Expert Human Resources with one mission in mind: To protect organizations before it’s too late, and help them thrive.
What Vanessa Does
Vanessa partners with employers and leaders across the U.S.—virtually—to help them:
- Maintain HR compliance and avoid costly litigation.
- Conduct neutral workplace investigations.
- Develop compliant employee handbooks and HR policies
- Coach and train managers and employees.
- Streamline and improve HR processes and reduce costs.
- Build high-performing teams.
- Improve workplace culture and retention.
Industry Experience
Vanessa has served a wide range of industries including:
- Nonprofit organizations
- Healthcare (medical and dental)
- Government agencies
- Manufacturing
- Education
- Senior services
- Retail, transportation, and hospitality
Her motto is simple and heartfelt:
“Organizational pains are my pains. I don’t succeed until the organization improves.”
Experience & Results
With over 29 years of corporate HR of business management experience, including two major Michigan corporations, Vanessa has saved clients millions of dollars through:
- HR Audits
- Compliance Reviews
- Workplace Investigations
- Management Training and Coaching
- Policy Development
- Job Analysis and Workflow Improvements
Her clients include:
McDonald’s, Henry Ford College, Kendra IT, Genesee County 911, Mass Transportation Authority, Otisville Pharmacy, Detroit Wayne Mental Health Authority, Valley Area Agency on Aging, Bedford Public Schools, and many more.
National Speaker & Presenter
Vanessa is a sought-after speaker in the field of human resources and has presented for organizations such as:
- U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)
- Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM)
- Michigan HR Day
- Walsh College
- Baker College
- Saginaw Valley State University
Media Contributor
Vanessa has also been featured as an HR expert on news programs and in publications including: ABC12, NBC25, Business Outsider, On the Town Magazine, and others.
In Her Spare Time
When she’s not helping organizations thrive, Vanessa enjoys serving her community, taking quick getaways in her Cadillac, and writing books. She is the author of “101 Costly HR Mistakes” and is currently working on a new novel.
Education and Certifications
- Master of Science in Administration/Human Resources Management from Central Michigan University, and
- Bachelor in Business Management from Northwood University.
- Certified Labor Relations Leader (CLRL)
- Certified EEO Contract Investigator for the National Equal Employment Opportunity Investigative Services Offices (NEEOISO)
Publications
Vanessa authored the following book:
Other publications include:
- “Do-It-Yourself Employee Handbook”
- “7 Easy Steps to Conduct an HR Audit”,
- “How to Write Workplace Documentation that can Stand Up in Court!,”
- “Human Resources and the Law Workbook”, “
Professional Affiliations
- President of Elite HR Professionals Association (SHRM Affiliated)
- Advocacy Captain
for the 5th Congressional District, appointed by the Society of Human Resources Management (SHRM) - President & Member of Flint and Genesee Chamber Women’s Leadership Committee (2013 – 2015)
- President & Member of Mott Community College Alumni Board (2013-2014)
- Member of Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM)
- Benefits Partner of Saginaw Chamber of Commerce (2014 – 2016)
- Benefits Partner of Birch Run Chamber of Commerce (2015 – 2016)
- Committee Member of Ennis Center for Children, Foster Care and Adoption Center (2015 – Present)
- EEO Contract Investigator for the NEEOISO
Instructor/Speaker/Trainer, including:
- Valley Society of Human Resource Management (VSHRM) Speaker – Top 15 Costly HR Mistakes –September 2018
- Birmingham Rotary – Speaker – Top 15 Costly HR Mistakes – March 2018
- Saginaw Valley State University – Speaker –Top 15 Costly HR Mistakes – February 2018
- Michigan Green Industry Association (MGIA) – Speaker: Top 15 Costly HR Mistakes – December 2017
- Flint Sunrise Rotary Club – Speaker: Top 10 Costly HR Mistakes – September 2017
- Rotary Club of Flushing, Michigan – Speaker: Top 10 Costly HR Mistakes – August 2017
- Fenton Rotary Club – Speaker: Top 10 Costly HR Mistakes – August 2017
- Grand Blanc Rotary Club– Speaker: Top 10 Costly HR Mistakes – July 2017
- Flint Rotary Club – Speaker: Top 10 Costly HR Mistakes – July 2017
- Baker College – Speaker: Top 15 Costly HR Mistakes – May 2017
- Michigan HR Day, Speaker: Top 15 Costly HR Mistakes…and How to Fix Them!
- Baker College, Speaker: Top 15 Costly HR Mistakes…and How to Fix Them! (2017)
- Walsh College, Speaker: Top 15 COSTLY HR Mistakes…and How to Fix Them!
- Small Business Administration Outreach Tour (Speaker for two (2) Breakout Sessions)
- Saginaw Chamber of Commerce (Speaker: Big Strategies for Small Business, Topic: Human Resources and the Law
- Michigan Association of RV Parks and Campgrounds 2014 Convention and Trade Show, Speaker: Human Resources: What Every Employer Should Know
- Birch Run Chamber of Commerce, Speaker: Affordable Care Act Made Simple and HR and the Law
- Michigan Back to Work Career Fair, Speaker: Writing Amazing Resumes
- Compliance Trainings, Instructor/Trainer
- Avant Resources, Instructor/Trainer
- National Associate of RV Parks and Campgrounds Annual Conference, Speaker: Affordable Care Act and HR and the Law
- Mott Community College, Protecting Your Business Panelist and Speaker: HR and the LaCelebrating 16 Years in BusinessEstablished in 2009, Expert Human Resources has proudly served hundreds of businesses and continues to provide trusted, 100% virtual HR solutions nationwide.
