Sarah Slay

Sarah Slay is a Senior Associate with New Paradigms LLC.

Sarah is a seasoned Human Resources professional with over a decade of experience and understands that the heartbeat of every organization lies in its people. She possesses a proven track record in leadership and development, coaching and mentoring, conflict resolution, strategic planning, and talent management. She has served as a catalyst for positive change by implementing employee-centric policies and initiatives, resulting in improved employee satisfaction, engagement, and productivity.

Having earned a BS in Criminology and Criminal Justice from Arizona State University and attending graduate school at Saint Mary's University with a concentration in Human Resource Management, Sarah took a path less traveled by combining her passion for understanding human behavior with a deep interest in organizational dynamics. This unique blend of academic background and a keen understanding of human psychology laid the foundation for a rewarding journey in Human Resources.

Sarah has honed her expertise in a diverse array of industries, ranging from not-for-profit organizations to online retail, cannabis, and financial services. As a result, Sarah has become a versatile HR professional who excels at providing strategic direction that aligns with the specific needs of each organization. With a strong belief that satisfied and motivated employees are the cornerstone of success, Sarah has dedicated her career to nurturing workplace environments where employees thrive, and organizations flourish.

Mark F. Herbert is the founder and Emeritus of New Paradigms, LLC.

Mark has over 30 years of combined corporate management and consulting experience in industries ranging from high technology and financial services to healthcare and ecotourism. His most recent corporate role was as Chief Operating/Relationship Officer for one of Oregon's largest credit unions.

Mark is a Principal for New Paradigms LLC a management consultancy specializing in helping organizations effectively and successfully embrace change and engage their workforces.

He possesses a BS in Management from Arizona State University, attended graduate school at the University of Oregon's Institute for Industrial Relations, and has received specialized training certifications in programs regarding facilitating change, sales and service management, employee communications, and human resources management.

Using a model based on an integrated, systemic approach that includes strategies to address five key elements: respect, responsibility, information rewards, and loyalty; Mark facilitated and led teams and initiatives resulting in increased market share, improved profitability, and received national recognition for programs in education and healthcare management while officer at a large credit union. He has been a speaker and presenter at conferences on a local, regional, and national basis on leadership, change management, and human resources-related topics.

Selected Accomplishments

• 2007 Shining Star Recipient from the Eugene Area Chamber of Commerce for Outstanding contributions to the community.

• 2007 selection to Credit Union Executive Society’s “Rising 100”- top 100 non-ceos in the CU industry.

• The development and implementation of a program to recognize excellence in public education incorporating the efforts of two Chambers of Commerce, three school districts, and a major university.