We are pleased to report that Bob earned the SHRM-SCP designation in August, 2020. The SHRM-SCP certification is designed for HR professionals at a senior level who operate primarily in a strategic role—developing policies and strategies, overseeing the execution of HR operations, analyzing performance metrics, and/or contributing to the alignment of HR strategies to organizational goals. The Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) is the largest HR professional organization in the world with 300,000 members in over 165 countries. The best way to describe the society's mission is with a quote from its vision statement: Our purpose is to elevate the HR profession. Our mission is to empower people and workplaces by advancing HR practices and by maximizing human potential. Our vision is to build a world of work that works for all.

Robert "Bob" Payton is requested for Consulting/Advisory positions by small and large businesses as well as educational and non-profit institutions. His professional life has been filled with successes in middle, senior and executive management. He also shares his experience with entities in a role as a board member as organizations seek assistance with their next phase of growth.