Doug is the Founder and Managing Principal at Applied HR Strategies, Inc., a compensation consulting firm based in Kirkland, WA. Prior to founding AHRS in 1999, Doug spent 15 years in corporate HR positions including Head of HR for a software company, Comp and Benefits Manager, and HR Generalist in the banking industry. Over his 30-year career, Doug has gained substantial experience in benefits, performance management, recruiting, employee relations, OD, and training along with his expertise in development of compensation strategies and programs, cash comp plans, incentive/variable comp, stock/equity, and sales, executive, board compensation for 200+ clients.
Since 2006, Doug has been a faculty instructor, a technical publications reviewer, and has published articles in WorkSpan at WorldatWork, the largest international association for compensation and rewards professionals. Doug also previously served on the board and as 2011 President with the Northwest Compensation and Rewards Forum. Doug earned a Master’s degree in HR management from Ohio State University, and later received nationally-recognized certifications as a Senior Human Resources Professional (SPHR), SHRM Sr. Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP), Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) and Global Remuneration Professional (GRP).20
Jill is a Partner and Principal Consultant at Applied HR Strategies, Inc. and brings over 20 years of experience in the Compensation and Total Rewards arena, as well as a comprehensive HR Management and Generalist background. Jill has consulted with organizations in numerous industries with AHRS since 2005 and has expertise and interest in working with high-growth technology, gaming, and life science companies.
Jill’s passion and experience spans widely across many areas of compensation including: total rewards strategy, competitive analyses, comp plan development, sales and executive comp, variable and incentive pay, stock option plans and merit pay programs. Jill has a knack for using her technical knowledge and strategic talents to partner with her clients to solve complex issues and deliver valuable business solutions.
Jill holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business with a minor in Human Resources from Central Washington University, and has achieved her Professional in Human Resources (PHR) and Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) certifications.
Jill can be contacted at 206-498-9077 or jill@appliedHRstrategies.com.
Julie is a Senior Compensation Consultant at Applied HR Strategies, Inc. and has over 10 years of experience in Human Resources. Originally a client of AHRS, Julie decided to expand her career and join the team in 2016. She has had the pleasure of working with companies in several different industries including start-ups, technology, non-profit, healthcare, and life sciences.
Julie loves working with clients to build customized compensation solutions and she specializes in compensation and total rewards strategies, competitive market analyses and compensation plan development.
Julie holds a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Business – Human Resources Management from Western Governors University.