Consulting Engagements
Waste Management Organization - New York
Guided a CEO through strategic HR planning, reviewing and revamping Total Rewards and benefits to address rising healthcare costs, and organizing the company's first benefits council to improve accountability.
HR leader advising the CEO on leadership team assessments and onboarding, and implementing a new HR model aligned with long-term business objectives.
Restoration & Construction Company - Boston
Brokered a $2M partnership dissolution for a construction company, restructuring HR and organizational structure to ensure VC/PE readiness, compliance, and performance management programs.
Served in Advisory Board to strategically advise company owner on growth strategy that doubled revenue within 5 years.
Commercial and Residential Services - New England
Built HR policies for a commercial and residential cleaning company with 25 staff, developing handbooks, payroll, and benefits systems while advising on commuting and labor regulations for future growth.
HVAC Company - New Hampshire
Established and directed an HR department for a plumbing and HVAC company over 18 months, implementing new payroll, regulatory policies, handbooks, and labor law compliance to support growth and employee management.
Testimonials
SVP Operations - Fortune 500
Bruce worked on my team for several years and was an outstanding leader. He is a highly focused and dedicated individual with an engaging leadership style which motivates the teams he leads to achieve outstanding results. Bruce was highly valued in my team and the wider organization and his impressive background, proven track record, and breadth of experience would be a great asset to any organisation.
VP Technology - Fortune 100
Bruce is a Talent professional who focuses on people and aligns the strategic and operational goals of an organization. He aims to accelerate progress and reduce risk with solid plans and communications. Bruce is an enthusiastic professional who is willing to exchange ideas and learn from others, leading to improved practices and outcomes shown in high performing cultures.
COO Waste to Energy
Diligent, insightful and well balanced, Bruce Nichols is a solid performer for any business with complex HR needs, a passion for continuous improvement or any unit looking to grow. His knowledge and understanding of the HR role combined with his experience in successfully managing time sensitive transitions of benefits, payroll and compensation programs were proven. He balanced his concern for people and his drive to assist the company in meeting its financial goals extremely well. Fair-minded and steady under pressure he continuously performs as a true professional who is not afraid to challenge the the status quo. I highly recommend Bruce and continue to value his contributions.