SANDY O\'GORMAN

123 University Avenue

Los Gatos, California 95030
Cell: + 1 (408) 888-5956 sod49e2a@westpost.net

GLOBAL HIGH TECH HUMAN RESOURCES EXECUTIVE, with broad business

transformation experience in small, medium and large environments.
Proven track record collaborating with senior management and global
cross functional teams for strategic change designed to grow the
business while improving operational results. Demonstrated strengths
in strategic assessment and netting out & executing on plans which
dramatically improve business results. Unique expertise in providing
organizational diagnostics and solutions that propel business
performance.
Natural talent in building synergistic, high-performance teams and
systems that instill customer focus and results . Demonstrated
business acumen and sound judgment in implementing proactive,
creative solutions for opportunities and challenges in a global
environment. Strong assessment, communication, and
relationship-building skills and ability to effectively collaborate
at all levels.
SPECIAL EXPERTISE
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Culture & Change Management
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Organization Design & Development
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Talent Acquisition & Development
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Strategic Planning & Implementation
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M&A Diligence & Integration
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Building Global HR Teams & Systems
EXPERIENCE / ACCOMPLISHMENTS
 O'GORMAN & ASSOCIATES 11/09 - present
We provide a global suite of HR business solutions to small/medium
sized technology companies. Starting with bottom line diagnostics and
then offering just-in-time and systemic Human Resources solutions to
growing companies. We partner with senior executives through
implementation to propel organizational performance. Specialize in
change, talent attraction, development and management expertise.
ARC INTERNATIONAL, San Jose, CA (Sold to Virage Logic 11/09) 1/07 -
11/09
_Leading international provider of semiconductor IP for computers,
network appliances and consumer electronics. 10 year old public
(London Stock Exchange) with employees in Russia, India, UK, Germany,
U.S. & Canada_
VICE-PRESIDENT, HUMAN RESOURCES
Reported to CEO, responsible for all HR operations. Hired to
facilitate and implement development of a new strategic vision and
translate that into operational and HR management systems and
corporate culture.
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Led HR integration of 4 acquired companies in 3 global locations
while acquiring and retaining critical talent
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After 3 previous years of flat growth, added to a 15% annual growth
rate by maximizing talent in cost-effective locations, restructuring
and aligning key management systems
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Despite a declining market, reduced operations cost 15%, by
implementing 1ST-EVER global HRIS, employee twice the historical pace
which made _possible double digit license revenue growth_
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Changed field culture to focus on teamwork, results & accountability
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Streamlined & implemented key HR operating metrics to improve
performance management
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Reduced operating costs by 20% by shifting support operations to
cost effective locations
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Partnered with the SVP in assessing and expanding the WWFO executive
team: created 5 new key roles and replaced 2 leaders in first 6 months
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Built, cost effectively, a global HR team from 4 to 40+
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 Reduced litigation activity from 40+ legal actions _to zero
contributing $3-5M savings_
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Developed and implemented a transitional operating model for the
Asia Pacific region while searched for replacement of 15 year APAC
leader
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Implemented talent development/readiness process cross geo/function
raising organizational readiness and retention of high performing
talent
CEVA, INC., San Jose, CA 10/03 - 9/04
_Semiconductor IP company resulting from merger of Parthus & Ceva
Companies (Ireland (5 sites), Israel, U.S._
VICE PRESIDENT, HUMAN RESOURCES
First U.S. based VP Human Resources hired by this newly formed
company. Spearheaded unification of the culturally and geographically
diverse employee base through company-wide communications initiatives
including creation of an intra-company website, regular all-hands
company meetings, and an employee generated newsletter created by
Israeli, Irish and US employees.
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Cleaned up and managed a neglected stock option program.
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Created and implemented a standardized compensation plan for entire
company, including salary,
bonus, stock awards.
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Coached CEO and his direct reports in communications strategies with
employees and peer interactions.
O'GORMAN & ASSOCIATES 2002 - 2003
Assisted high technology enterprises in M&A and design and
implementation of organization development strategies:
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Conducted Talent assessment and development project for Kanisa
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Designed and implemented employee survey & performance management
processes
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Successfully completed HR Integration lead for software team
acquired from Ask Jeeves
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 Supported successful M&A Avanex Corporation
QUANTUM CORPORATION, Milpitas, CA 1997 - 2002
VICE PRESIDENT (2001 - 2002)
Served as HR member of Acquisition Team, charged w/assessing and
acquiring the right companies to achieve new strategy of transforming
from a storage hardware provider to a global storage solutions
provider.
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Acquired Linux technology assets of Connex, a division of Western
Digital, and integrated them into the
proprietary software team environment.
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Developed repeatable process for M&A activity for Quantum HR.
VICE PRESIDENT, HUMAN RESOURCES, NETWORK ATTACHED STORAGE BUSINESS
(2000 - 2001)
Joined "Snap Appliances" to build the leadership team and
infrastructure to spin off from parent company, Quantum Corporation.
S1 filed in October, 2000.
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Drove talent acquisition for global leadership team, directed and
channeled sales force, to sell into the Fortune 200 Enterprise
environment in Japan, Europe, Asia Pacific and U.S.
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Developed and received Board of Director's approval for a total
compensation plan including stock options for new entity.
VICE PRESIDENT, HUMAN RESOURCES, WORLDWIDE SALES & MARKETING (1998
- 2000)
Drove strategic decision to achieve synergies and grow market share
by consolidating 2.5+k globally distributed customer facing and
revenue generating talent. Promoted to Vice President to build and
lead global HR team responsible for creating, building and delivering
all HR products and services to worldwide field organization
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Drove organizational design, strategic planning, management
development and culture management critical to achieving market share
and profit growth
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Focused on building and developing an integrated e leading APAC,
Europe and North American Sales and HR Leadership Teams.
SENIOR DIRECTOR, HUMAN RESOURCES, WORLDWIDE SALES Sybase's most
profitable Product Group. Reported to President of this $350 MM unit.
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Created and implemented Enterprise Business Group's Management
Development Model and Plan, which attracted top talent to business
unit.
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Worked with management to establish a culture of accountability and
delivery, which resulted in improved performance on meeting delivery
commitments.
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Developed innovative recruiting programs and compensation models to
achieve staffing targets for highly skilled engineering requirements.

DIRECTOR, HUMAN RESOURCES, TOOLS PRODUCTS (1994 - 1995)

Managed HR for this 350 person business unit for the first 6 months
at Sybase, which led to promotion to Vice President Role for the much
larger Enterprise Business Group.
SUN MICROSYSTEMS, INC. 1989 a" 1994
SENIOR HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER, DIRECT & CHANNEL SALES
Implemented formal programs and structured organization with focus
on recruitment, compensation, commissions, employee relations, and
organizational development.
* Measured results for each program - all exceeded annual
targets.
* Achieved Staff turnover below expectations and past
experience.
* Benchmarked Programs against competition, and proved to be
at or better than industry norms.
APPLIED MATERIALS 1979 - 1988
MANAGER, EMPLOYEE RELATIONS (1987 - 1988)
MANAGER, MANUFACTURING PROJECTS (1986 - 1987)
MANAGER, SALES ADMINISTRATION (1983 - 1986)
MANAGER, MANAGEMENT DEVELOPMENT (1980 - 1983)
MANAGER, EMPLOYMENT (1979 - 1980)
EDUCATION
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BA, San Jose State University, San Jose, CA
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 Certified -Crosby Quality College
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Rummler-Brache Process & Kolbe Certified
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Technical Advisor to early stage venture, Board Evaluations (
www.boardevals.com)