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Home My WebLink AboutCIP Memos and ResumesTo: Todd Hannon, City of Miami, City Clerk From: Rodney Jacobs, Assistant Director, Civilian Investigative Panel Request for Panel Appointments Date: December 29, 2020 The following individuals were nominated for membership on the Civilian Investigative Panel by a Nominating Committee and the CIP as a whole, consistent with Section 11.5-28 of the Code of the City of Miami. The CIP requests that the City Commission consider the appointments of the four individuals at the next available Commission meeting. The nominees' application packets and the CIP resolutions are attached. Nominee Ethnicity/Gender District Incumbent Joey McCall Black/Male District 2 Courtney Omega Joe Rinaldi White/Male District 4 Eileen Damaso George Ray Black/Male District 2 Alvaro Puente Merdochery Lafrance Black/Female Mayor Deidre Davis 9/15/2020 My Forms I JotForm Joseph John Rinaldi joe@brillrinaldi.com Full Name Date of Birth Home Address District of Home Address Property Ownership Address (if no property owned type N/A) District of Ownership Address Work Address (if unemployed type N/A) District of Work Address Email Address Phone Number Are you, your spouse or any immediate family member (children, parents or siblings) currently employed by the City of Miami? Have you, your spouse, or any immediate family member even been a sworn employee of the City of Miami Police Department? Are you currently a party or a party's legal representative in any litigation against the City of Miami? Do you have a felony conviction? Why do you wish to serve on the CIP? What aspect of life and/or work experience has prepared you for membership on the CIP? Joseph John Rinaldi 12/3/76 3142 Ohio St Miami, Florida, 33133 United States District 2 3142 Ohio St Miami, FL, 33133 United States District 2 2100 Coral Way, Ste 304 Miami, Florida, 33145 District 4 joe@brillrinaldi.com (305) 281-2201 No No No No June 9, 202016:58 C) My father was a Clearwater Police Officer for nearly 20 years until the day he died. I want to help uphold the values he instilled in me about fairness and community. Several members of my family have been in law enforcement including my father. I have seen what good cops are supposed to be like. My father, a white man, was sent to Clearwater's lowest income area, Greenwood. I watched him engage with the black community in order to make that area safer for everyone. It was truly wonderful to see. I know there are police officers like my father in every police department. I want them to shine an( those who disrespect the badge to be held accountable for their actions. In my legal career, I have represented a few individuals who have been victims of police brutality. I have learned a lot about police procedures and the needs for bodies like the CIP to hold officers accoutable. I will bring a lot of intellect and passion to the CIP. https://www.jotform.comirryforms/ 1/2 9/15/2020 My Forms I JotForm List any organizations with which you are affiliated and postion(s)/ office held? Upload Resume PDT Memberships: Florida Bar Association, American Association for Justice, Florida Justice Association, American Bar Association, Broward County Bar Association, Florida Admiralty Trial Lawyers Association, United District Court for the Southern District of Florida, United District Court for the Northern District of Florida, United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida and United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit Joseph J. Rinaldi, Jr.pdf https://www.jotform.corntrnyforms/ 2l2 0 Phone: (855) BR4-LAWS (274-5297) u Email: info@brillrinaldi.com N .(https://www.facebook.com/BrillRinald0 (https://twitter.com/brglawfirm) (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSjNyDaLzuEh5Cxli9UZtKQ) English Serbo-Croatian Spanish BRILLIl RIN`ALDI THE LAW FIRM FOR Pt0tL1 F00r."sla'H:,H. (https ://www. forpeopleforjustice.corrn Joseph J. Rinaldi Joseph J. Rinaldi, Jr., graduated from the University of Florida in 1998 and from the University of Miami School of Law in 2002. He is licensed to practice in Florida, in both State and Federal Courts, as well as the Privacy - Terms United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit and the Supreme Court of the United States. Memberships: Florida Bar Association, American Association for Justice, Florida Justice Association, American Bar Association, Broward County Bar Association, Florida Admiralty Trial Lawyers Association, United District Court for the Southern District of Florida, United District Court for the Northern District of Florida, United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida and United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit. Email Joe at Joe@brillrinaldi.com. x Phone Number (305) 809-8609 + Email Address BRILL & RINALDI Clients as Privacy -T^ins 9/15/2020 My Forms I JotForm Merdochey LaFrance merdochey@itaylorsolutions.com Full Name Date of Birth Home Address District of Home Address Property Ownership Address (if no property owned type N/A) Work Address (if unemployed type N/A) District of Work Address Email Address Phone Number Are you, your spouse or any immediate family member (children, parents or siblings) currently employed by the City of Miami? Have you, your spouse, or any immediate family member even been a sworn employee of the City of Miami Police Department? Are you currently a party or a party's legal representative in any litigation against the City of Miami? If yes, to above question, explain below: Do you have a felony conviction? Why do you wish to serve on the CIP? What aspect of life and/or work experience has prepared you for membership on the CIP? List any organizations with which you are affiliated and postion(s)/ office held? Merdochey LaFrance 09/25/1982 8275 NE 3rd Avenue Miami, FL, 33138 United States District 5 N/A, n/a n/a, n/a, n/a 8325 NE 2nd Avenue Miami, FL, 33138 District 5 merdochey@itaylorsolutions.com (786) 618-7237 No No No n/a No July 22, 2019 10:14 Z h :Z Wd 6 Z 330 07.0Z I've been a resident of District 5 in the City of Miami my entire life. As an entrepreneur and resident, I believe my passion for public service, government, and community affairs qualify me to serve on the CIP. From 2006-2012 I served as a Chief of Staff in the Florida Senate. Additionally, I've been fortunate to partner with the City of Miami on variot initiatives and become acquainted with some of the city's incredible leader As a young entrepreneur who works with youth and have advocated for Community -based policing, I believe I am prepared to learn and work with the other members of the CIP for the greater good of the residents and the City. 1. Leadership Florida (member) 2. Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. (member) 3. ColorComm Miami (member) 4. Beacon Council New Leaders Taskforce (Member) 5. United Way of Miami -Dade (Young Leaders & Women United member) 6. Junior League of Miami, Inc. (member) 7. Haitian -American Chamber of Commerce (member) https://www.jotform.comirrlyforms/ w.jotform.corNmyforms/ 1/2 9/15/2020 My Forms I JotForm Upload Resume MLRes(as of 7-22-2419).p�.lf hti p s : / /www. j otf or m. c oml m /or ms / 2/2 MERDOCHEY TAYLOR LAFRANCE WHO AM I? Result- and Solution -driven Miami native with dynamic background in Public Affairs spanning 15+ years. NICHE ■ Public Affairs (government relations, PIO, and legislative affairs) • Corporate Citizenship and Employee Engagement • MBE and Local Hiring compliance reporting on Re - Development projects • Highly Visible and Impactful Communications & Social Media strategies CONTACT PHONE: 786-618-7237 EMAIL: merdochey@ itaylorsolutions.com ADDRESS iTaylor Solutions L.L.C. MADE at the Citadel 8325 NE 2nd Avenue Miami, FL 33138 • flb • • • • •• •• •• Connect. Innovate. Transform EXPERTISE • Generating consensus among diverse stakeholders and constituencies (grasstops/grassroots). • Leveraging company/organization's business goals to • execute meaningful corporate citizenship programs. • Developing targeted direction on matters of Government • and Public Affairs. • Establishing and maintaining a rapport with high level executives, board members, stakeholders, and partners. • Exploring and pitching partnerships. • Cultivating and stewarding partners. CAREER SUMMARY 2018 - present 2016 - 2018 2014 - 2016 2006 - 2012 Principal Consultant iTaylor Solutions, L.L.C. Managing Director, Development & Ext. Affairs City Year Miami Public Affairs Lead All Aboard Florida/Brightline Chief of Staff The Florida Senate EDUCATION Creating Shared Value - Competitive Advantage through Social Impact (Executive Education) Harvard Business School, 2017 Master of Science, Public Administration Florida International University, 2008 Bachelor of Arts, Political Science Florida International University, 2005 MEMBERSHIPS + AFFILIATIONS -a < rn r. __ • Leadership Florida 7 • Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. • United Way of Miami -Dade (Women United + Young Leaders) • New Leaders Taskforce (Beacon Council) • Junior League of Miami, Inc. Insured by: HISCOX 9/15/2020 My Forms I JotForm George Ray III Full Name Date of Birth Home Address District of Home Address Property Ownership Address (if no property owned type N/A) Work Address (if unemployed type N/A) Email Address Phone Number Are you, your spouse or any immediate family member (children, parents or siblings) currently employed by the City of Miami? Have you, your spouse, or any immediate family member even been a sworn employee of the City of Miami Police Department? Are you currently a party or a party's legal representative in any litigation against the City of Miami? If yes, to above question, explain below: Do you have a felony conviction? Why do you wish to serve on the CIP? What aspect of life and/or work experience has prepared you for membership on the CIP? List any organizations with which you are affiliated and postion(s)/ office held? Upload Resume PDF George Ray ID District 2 GS` i ..ram C.'� June 16, 2020 23:58 7.202 "1 Tat ran t� rn C-) o `' 1/4D i1 1101 Brickell Avenue Penthouse -v C Miami, FL, 33130 ,� 3 United States r O N rn t x) N No No No I worked for the Miami Police Athletic League over 10 plus years ago. I don't have a relationship or association with anyone at the department. No Because I am a black man. That's who is being killed and I want to play my part. I have been stopped my entire life and I have seen the worst and best. I also have some investigative experience as a process server. I also have pubic board experience. Currently, I am the single a member of the 11th Judicial Circuit Process Service Review Board. I am the 1st and only member who is process server. We review complaints, take corrective action and make policy recommendations to the Chief Judge 11th Judicial Circuit Process Service Review Board. George Ray III Resume May 2019.pdf https://wwwv.Jotform.carnimyforms/ 1/2 9/15/2020 My Forms I JotForm Z 1:Z Wd 6 Z 330 OM https://www.jotform.carimyforms/ 2/2 GEORGE RAY III• efts cam m 171 � EXPERIENCE lT1 - N n Sri rn Small Business Development Center of America at Florida International University Jan. 2l$4-: Present C Certified Business Analyst "'dam' cjrn • Conduct small business outreach, community engagement and recruitment r N • Provide one-on-one business consultation and technical assistance to over 500 entrepreneurial clieng to create startups, pre -ventures, franchises and professional service firms. x 407 • Conduct workshops and seminars throughout Miami -Dade County aimed at providing small business advice to Targeted Urban Areas (TUA), the general public, veterans, and people with disabilities. • Promote small business, economic development and disaster preparedness awareness. • Create new jobs and secure financing for business clients, including over $5M in access to capital and $300K in program funds. • Assist international clients with securing E-2 and EB5 Investor Visas to start businesses in the Miami, FL. • Serve as a judge on the Small Business Administration (SBA) Small Business of the Year Award Committee. • Participate as a panelist and keynote speaker for various programs encouraging entrepreneurship in minority and veteran communities. Miami Dade College Sept 2010 - Present Adjunct Professor of Business Miami, FL • Lecture in business courses, including Principles of Business, Small Business Management, Customer Service, The Fundamentals of Sales, and Contemporary Theory of Marketing. • Conduct small business research and engage students in the learning process. • Develop business competitions for practical based learning. • Counsel and mentor students. • Create assessment tools and monitor students' academic performance. Miami Dade College Sept. 2011- Jan. 2014 Small Business Education Program Manager Miami, FL • Marketed and managed the Small Business Education Program for the largest college in the nation. • Developed training workshops and seminars .to engage and educate small business owners and potential entrepreneurs. • Secured $1.3M in access to capital for economically disadvantage businesses. • Wrote quarterly reports to Citi Foundation regarding grant productivity and progress on grant benchmarks. • Expanded business capacity for small businesses in low-income areas. • Assisted small business owners in securing micro financing and developing networking opportunities. • Developed strategic partnerships with small business organization, and minority/women owned businesses. Miami -Dade County, Homeless Trust Feb. 2010 - Aug. 2011 Administrative Officer Miami, FL • Oversaw resource allocation and optimization of transparency on a $8.4M Housing and Urban Development (HUD) funded program under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA), Homeless Prevention and Rapid Re -housing Program (HPRP) (temporary grant). • Released and scored requests for proposals (RFPs). • Audited a federally -funded homeless service program grant and developed program initiatives. Miami -Dade County, Career Source South Florida Jul. 2009 - Feb. 2010 ARRA Youth Programs Auditor Miami, FL • Assisted senior staff with $7.2M program under the ARRA for youth job programs in South Florida (a temporary grant) • Served on screening committee and scored RFPs. • Analyzed and evaluated programs and workforce development initiatives, regulations and policies to recommend corrective actions and technical assistance to increase efficiency. Page 1 of 2 GEORGE RAY III Miami -Dade County Office of the County Manager Jan. 2009 - May 2009 Graduate Student Intern Miami, FL • Assisted senior staff in the resource allocation process for county FY 2009-10 with an Operating Budget of $2.3B. • Reviewed performance metrics for various Miami -Dade County departments to identify efficiency savings and streamline the delivery of services. • Preformed research for several process improvement studies, including a credit and collection study for the Finance Department that discussed potential benefits of a sweep collection system for bulky waste and a vessel toll study. • Developed matrix to track legislation and a 3-year millage forecast on tax rate. Miami Police Athletic League May 2007- Oct 2008 Director and Assistant Director Miami, FL • Oversaw operations of juvenile crime prevention programs apply for, local state and federal grant funding. • Provided community outreach, workshops, charitable fundraising events, marketing, and public relations. • Managed 13 employees, 3 community center operations, and a $1M dollar budget. • Worked with senior police staff in development/implementation of juvenile gang crime suppression plans. • Reorganized board and implemented strategic plan and sustainable funding model/annual giving program. • Met with community leaders and local elected officials to advocate for funding of juvenile crime prevention. Miami -Dade Public Schools 5000 Role Models of Excellence Project May 2005 - April 2007 Community Liaison Specialist Miami, FL • Managed event planning and mentor recruitment processes.. • Created new mentor recruiting procedures to improve the response time and effidency of background checks, staff productivity and related administrative tasks. • Implemented policies and procedures concerning public/governmental relations, fundraising, corporate sponsor relationships, and marketing. • Developed logistics for annual MLK fundraising breakfast. EDUCATION • Master of Business Administration, Florida International University, Miami, FL, June 2009 • Bachelor of Arts in Public Administration, Talladega College, Talladega, AL, May 2005 -d., au • Certificate in Franchise Management, Georgetown University School of Continuing Studies, Was tottf C, 2016 c.• m rrl M q c) f ri PROFESSIONAL TRAINING & CERTIFICATIONS ¢A' N C7 to m • Certified in International Trade, Small Business Development Center of America, 2015 3 • Certified Business Analyst, Small Business Development Center of America, 2014 3 _ • Certified Campaign Strategist, U.S. Congressional Black Caucus Institute, 2012fri r,9 0 • Graduate, Political Advocacy Boot Camp, US. Congressional Black Caucus Institute, 2012 M = C▪ O SPECIAL RECOGNITIONS • Proclamation by the Mayor of the City of Miami, Small Business Education Program, 2014 • Certificate of Appreciation, Miami -Dade, Small Business Program, 2013 • County Commission Certificate of Appreciation, Miami -Dade, Small Business Education Program, 2013 • Proclamation by the Mayor of Miami -Dade County, Small Business Education Program, 2013 • White House Fellows Regional Finalist, 2012 • Appointment to the Miami Dade Economic Advocacy Trust Board, Miami Dade County Commission, 2012 Page 2 of 2 915%2020 MyForms 1 JotForm Joey M McCall Joey@McCallAtten.com Full Name Date of Birth Home Address Property Ownership Address (if no property owned type N/A) Work Address (if unemployed type N/A) District of Work Address Email Address Phone Number Are you, your spouse or any immediate family member (children, parents or siblings) currently employed by the City of Miami? Have you, your spouse, or any immediate family member even been a sworn employee of the City of Miami Police Department? Are you currently a party or a party's legal representative in any litigation against the City of Miami? Do you have a felony conviction? Why do you wish to serve on the CIP? What aspect of life and/or work experience has prepared you for membership on the CIP? List any organizations with which you are affiliated and postion(s)/ office held? June 28, 202011:55 Joey M McCaII 02-06-1982 16884 SW 139th St Miami, FL, 33196 crj ot, United States N/A, N/A N/A, N/A, N/A 1390 Brickell Ave, Suite #310 Miami, Florida, 33131 United States District 2 Joey@McCallAtten.com (786) 808-9400 No No No No 1 wish to serve on the CIP because people of color need a voice on the CIP that can relate to them in terms of background and upbrining. I have lived i some of the same neighborhoods and dealt with the same circumstances that serve as the basis for most complaints that I have seen. My upbrining and experience fueled me to obtain a law degree, and become admitted in the State of Florida, where I have tried many criminal justice and civil rights cases. I believe that because of the path I have chosen, and the vantage point from which I have seen injustices take place, I am uniquely suited to make an immediate contribution as a member. I have been licensed to practice law for the past 8 years. During that time I have representated defendants in criminal justice cases, and pursued case: for malicious prosecution and section 1983 claims for plaintiffs who have been wronged by law enforcement. In the past I have assisted plaintiffs in submitting claims to the CIP, and am familiar with the process. Most importantly, I have other businesses that generate revenue for me, which frees me up to focus primarily on my membeship position. Unlike other members, who have time constraints of a day to day job, I work for myself. have read articles that detail how the CIP is strained for resources, time, ar participation of members, and I qualify to address those issues. 1. Trial Lawyers Section - Florida Bar 2. Litigation Counsel of America - Associate Fellow https:JM wjot/orm.corrJmyforms/ 1/2 9/152020 My Farms i JotForm 3. Miami Dade County Public Schools - EESAC Member 4. Super Lawyers Rising Starts 5. National Black Trial Lawyers 6. Top 40 under 40 Trial Lawyers 7. Top 100 Trial Lawyers Upload Resume McCaII Professional Resume - NEW (5-1-2019) FINAL.I. _- r, crt of m -n 3 3 f-f cp ts,fv rn F x CAI htt,sJM w.jotformc om+myfarms/ 2/2 RECEIVED JOEY M. MCCALL, ESQ NU DEC 29 PM 2: 43 Licensed in Florida; Illinois Law License Preliminarily Approved for Admission on Motion 4334 North Hazel Street; Apt. 1017, Chicago, IL 60613 — Joey@McCallAtten.com -?.fig(-ARK SUMMARY OF OUALIFICATIONS Skilled litigation attorney who has demonstrated experience in both state and federal courts, in diverse areas of the law such as: federal litigation and related federal appeals, complex business litigation, family law matters, and real estate litigation. LEGAL EXPERIENCE McCall ( Atten, International, Miami, Florida 2017 through Present Managing Partner • Responsible for day to day management of all administrative aspects of the Firm and its employees. • Review applications of new employees and oversee onboarding process of hired employees. • Create training and development protocols for all firm attorneys and support staff. • Implement litigation strategies and research, drafting, and filing of all pleadings for cases. • Review firm profitability and make strategic decisions to optimize revenue growth. Farrell & Patel, Attorneys at Law, Coral Gables, Florida 2011 through 2017 Managing Attorney/Junior Partner • Responsible for training, development, and management of attorneys and support staff. • Implemented litigation strategies and research, drafting, and filing of all pleadings for cases assigned. • Supervised BP Claims Department who pursued economic loss claims for 3,000+ claimants. • Drafted legal arguments for arbitration style appeals for BP Claimants denied just compensation. • Assisted with evaluating Firm performance by preparing quarterly reports and analysis of personnel. Miami -Dade County Public Schools-C.O.P. E South 2013 through 2017 Appointed Member -Educational Excellence School Advisory Committee • Represented teen parents on a pro-bono basis in child support, child custody, and domestic violence matters. • Conduct monthly workforce workshops and annual job fairs to educate students about the legal system. • Actively participated in meetings to assist in the preparation and evaluation of the school improvement plan. • Provide general legal counsel to the leadership of the school regarding various legal issues that may arise. EDUCATION DePaul University, Chicago, Illinois St. Thomas University School of Law, Miami Gardens, FL Florida International University, Miami, FL M.B.A. Candidate — Dec. 2020 Juris Doctorate —May 2011 B.A. Psychology — May 2008 NOTABLE CASES AND KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS • Successfully obtained a favorable outcome by defending a large medical healthcare facility wherein minority shareholders filed a 13-count complaint in the complex litigation division of circuit court, sought to place the facility in receivership, and pursued millions of dollars in alleged damages. (2017-2019) • Successfully preserved issues for oral argument in federal court by drafting and filing briefs in the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit on behalf of two BP Oil Spill Claimants who were denied just compensation for hundreds of thousands of dollars in economic damages. The merits of the arguments of one of the Appeals prompted the Court to grant oral argument based on the issues that were preserved and raised. (2016-2017) • Obtained compensation awards in arbitration style appeals filed in federal court for more than 500 + BP Claimants denied just compensation for economic damages caused due to the Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill. (2014 — 2017) c i of miam EILEEN DAMASO Chairperson December 2, 2019 civ Ian investigative pane! Commissioner Alex Diaz de la Portilla Miami City Hall 3500 Pan American Drive Miami, FL 33133 RE: Nomination for Membership on the Civilian Investigative Panel Dear Commissioner Diaz de la Portilla: CRISTINA BEAMUD Executive Director Congratulations on your recent election. The Civilian Investigative Panel met on November 19, 2019 to nominate a candidate for membership. As you know, Article II, Section 11.5-28 of the City Code requires the CIP Nominating Committee to screen applications, interview potential candidates and submit such candidates to the City Commission to fill vacancies. The ordinance requires that the City Commission appoint, by majority vote, "exclusively from the nominations submitted to it by the Civilian Investigative Panel." Recently, Mr. Douglas Mayer, our previous District 1 representative, resigned because he moved out of the city. Thus, the Panel recruited the application of Mr. Gabriel Paez. I enclose his resume for your consideration. Please let me know if you would like to meet with this candidate or if you have any further questions. I hope that you will support his appointment to this Panel. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions or concerns. Thank you for your assistance with this matter. Sincerely, V.,6‘44 Cristina Beamud Executive Director cc: Todd Hannon, City Clerk Enc. CIVILIAN INVESTIGATIVE PANEL 970 S.W. lst Street, Suite #305/ Miami, Florida 33130 (305) 960-4956 / Fax: (305) 400-50T3 www.miamigov.com/cip EILEEN DAMASO Chairperson Resolution To Nominate Gabriel J. Paez District 1 cis; iiian investigative panel CIVILIAN INVESTIGATIVE PANEL RESOLUTION CIP Resolution 19-03 CRISTINA BEAMUD Executive Director A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF MIAMI CIVILIAN INVESTIGATIVE PANEL ("CIP") REQUESTING THAT THE CITY OF MIAMI COMMISSION APPROVE THE NOMINATION OF GABRIEL J. PAEZ, A REPRESENTATIVE OF DISTRICT 1. WHEREAS: City Code Article II, Section 11.5.28 requires that the City Commissioners approve the appointment of members from nominees selected and nominated by the CIP. WHEREAS: The CIP nominating committee solicited and screened applications for vacancies in accordance with the requirements of the ordinance governing the nomination of candidates. WHEREAS: The CIP has a vacancy from District 1. WHEREAS: The CIP Nominating Committee met on October 24, 2019 to interview Mr. Paez. WHEREAS: The CIP Nominating Committee interviewed Mr. Paez on October 24, 2019 and voted to recommend his nomination on the same date. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CIVILIAN INVESTIATIVE PANEL OF THE CITY OF MIAMI: That Mr. Gabriel J. Paez be submitted to the City Commission for his appointment to the CIP. The CIP further requests that the nomination of Mr. Paez be placed on the City Commission Agenda pursuant to Article II, section 2-33 of the City of Miami Code. Eileen Damaso Chair, Civilian Investigative Panel Approved by vote of the Civilian Investigative Panel on November 19, 2019 CIVILIAN INVESTIGATIVE PANEL 970 S.W. 1st Street, Suite #305/ Miami, Florida 33130 (305) 960-4956 / Fax: (305) 400-5013 www . m i ami gov. comic i p CIP Application Submission ID 4113881457718094850 Submission Date 2018-08-29 16:42:26 Full Name Gabriel J Paez Home Address 100 Lincoln Road #1638 Miami Beach FL 33139 United States Property Ownership Address 1255 NW 35th Ave (if no property owned type Miami N/A) FL 33125 District of Ownership District 1 Address Work Address (if unemployed type N/A) 1200 Brickell Avenue Suite 510 Miami FL 33131 District of Work Address District 2 Are you, your spouse or any No immediate family member (children, parents or siblings) currently employed by the City of Miami? Have you, your spouse, or No any immediate family member even been a sworn employee of the City of Miami Police Department? Are you currently a party or a No party's legal representative in any litigation against the City of Miami? Do you have a felony No conviction? Why do you wish to serve on the CIP? As an active community member I need to begin serving the City of Miami. I am currently the Vice -Chair for the Miami- Dade Community Relations Board and Vice -Chair for the Hispanic Advisory Committee for the City of Miami Beach. 17) What aspect of life and/or I have served on several community boards for Miami Beach and Miami -Dade work experience has County. prepared you for membership on the CIP? List any organizations with which you are affiliated and postion(s)/ office held? *Chair -Miami Beach Citizen's Police Academy Alumni Association *Chair -City of Miami Beach Personnel Board *Vice -Chair Miami Dade Community Relations Board *Vice -Chair City of Miami Beach Hispanic Advisory Board Email Address GJP1225@yahoo.com Phone Number (7864434733) 7864434733 Upload Resume RESUME.docx GABRIEL J. PAEZ, PHR HR Department Startup Employment Law FMLA/ADA/EEO/WC Mediation & Advocacy HRIS programs Miami, FL 33125 ♦ Cell (786) 443.4733 ♦ GJP1225(2Uvahoo.com SKILL SETS Staff Recruitment & Retention Employee Relations Payroll Administration Benefits Administration Compensation Administration Logistics Operations Vendor Management Account Management Front Office Operations Procurement Process Dagen 1 PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Telefonica Global Solutions Miami, FL Administration of all company policies to over 300 employees Human Resources Business Partner 1/2017- Present (Telefonica Business Solutions) Plan and organize and control the entire office administration. Supervise a team of two full-time receptionists. Handle vendor management and payment of vendors; for 2017 total invoiced payout was 1.085 million while all on time. Maintain office and kitchen supply inventory. Order supplies and equipment as needed. Developed budget and implemented it accordingly. Calculate and organize the office space efficiently. Manage facilities within all departments. I was assigned to the Hurricane Contingency Advisory Board as team was impacted by Hurricanes Harvey, Irma and Maria. Introduce new policies, rules and regulations while ensuring all are being followed. Organize all employee activities such as Corporate Run, office picnic and end of year celebration. Continue Wellness Program and Budget development. Administer the Telefonica Volunteer Program and increasing man hour participation. HR Business Partner 06/2014 —12/2016 (Telefonica Business Solutions)- HR Consultant 01/2014 — 05/2014 (Contract Work-CareerXchange) Fulfill a broad range of HR functions including administering benefits, recruiting, overseeing disciplinary action and managing HR records. As Benefits Manager I negotiated new contract and transitioned to new carrier while organizing annual benefits -enrollment meetings, resolving conflicts between employees and insurance carriers. Conduct new hire orientations. Manage new hire background checks and substance abuse testing for US and Puerto Rico. Reworked new -hire orientation program to include HR information and company resources creating new EE handbook. Perform exit interviews and collect database to be used in metrics. Assist the HR Regional Director with 5 companies in the US and Puerto Rico with HR functions (recruitment, compliance, employee relations and training). Manage all immigration cases currently pending action L1/2's, H1B's, J1/2's. Devise creative and cost-effective incentive and morale -boosting programs (including special events and a tiered awards structure) that increased employee satisfaction and productivity. Implement TeleSalud program which promote wellness with health fairs and other functions. Coordinate all employee events & recognitions, such as (picnics, luncheons, holiday party, birthdays etc.) Other duties as assigned. Manage Wellness Program and Wellness Budget of 50K$. Royal Caribbean Cruises, Miami, FL Corporate recruiter for shoreside and shipboard employees Corporate Recruiter 6/2013 11/2013 - (Contract Work) Creative sourcing of candidates via web portals, career fairs, employee referrals and internal applications. Proactively build a pipeline of motivated candidates while creatively as well as effectively sourcing candidates. Courting potential candidates and building a rapport for current and future hire. Conduct competency based interviews and provide detailed reports to Hiring Managers. Administered of Psychometric testing and short listing potential candidates. Arrange interviews and compile feedback from hiring managers. Moved all candidate s through the entire hiring process including through offer negotiations. Providing weekly updates to business and project leaders on the recruitment status. Developed an established social media presence and a network of recruiting professionals for all supported regions Sapient, Miami Beach, Fl Administration of all company employee benefits for over 900 employees. HR People Strategist 3/2011 — 1/2013 Troubleshooting multi -state compliance issues with domestic/expat employees with a mutually satisfying resolution between parties being the goal. Recruited for creative management team in Miami, Atlanta, Chicago, Portland and San Diego. Guided management on a full spectrum of HR operations, systems and programs. Worked with senior management to create HR policies and procedures; recruit employees; create group benefits databases; and develop orientation, training and incentive programs. Structured and implemented programs and policies in the areas of training, compensation structures, benefits packages, incentives and new -employee orientation. Fostered a teamwork/open-door environment conducive to positive dialogue across the organization. Personal efforts were cited as the driving force behind branch's employee -retention rate of 89% within an industry where high turnover is the norm. Reduced benefits costs by 15% annually through meticulous recordkeeping and ensuring that company did not pay for benefits for which employees were ineligible. Wrote employee manual covering issues including disciplinary procedures, code of conduct, FMLA policy and benefits information. Revised job descriptions across all levels and 50+ categories. interviewed employees to construct an accurate picture of the duties and skills required for each position. South Florida Workforce, Miami Beach, FL Job Developer/Recruiter Recruiter for SFWF and Employer Representative for Miami -Dade County, 11/2008 - 3/2011 Florida Certified Workforce Professional Managed a case load of 120 participants. Facilitated and Coordinated of Professional Placement Network (PPN) seminars. Executed training needs in areas related to eligibility and completion requirements. Conducted compliance analysis with impact analysis and implementation of correction plan. Provided weekly updates to business and project leaders on the recruitment status. Other duties as assigned. Gevity, Miami, FL Professional Employer Organization statewide in Florida with over 1900 employees HR Consultant 8/2006 - 1/2008 Administered employee benefit programs including medical, dental, life insurance, 401(k), PTO and vacation. Developed employee handbooks outlining policies and procedures on all subjects related to HR. Coordinated employee surveys through Cornell University. Served as the primary interface between Gevity and our clients. Payroll responsibilities were to implement the entire PEO administration for our clients. Responsible for the accurate production of high -volume, weekly, bi-weekly, semi-monthly and monthly payroll for 1900 employees using Gevity's payroll system. My selling point was payroll and benefits administration. Responsible for managing the day-to-day benefits and payroll concems for all of my clients. Sole responsibility for all facets of Human Resources, payroll, worker's compensation case management, federal compliance, corporate administration and recruitment/compliance for clients, employee relations, training, compensation program, benefits including 401(k), medical/dental plans, section 125, COBRA, FMLA, STD, life insurance and worker's compensation. Responsible for about 1900 employees within the State of Florida. Responsible for maintaining welfare plan activity, premium contributions in Principal. Consultant to all levels of management for human resources related issues. Company representative for litigation involving EEOC, unemployment appeals, civil suits and worker's compensation. Special projects and other duties as assigned. Ryder Logistics., Medley, FL Responsible for 700+ corporate employees in Miami, FL HR Representative 2/2005 - 6/2006 Coordinated on -site events to engage and integrate employees in helping the community. Acted as the liaison in staffing between candidates, hiring managers and HR for entire hire process. Managed employee investigations while recommending corrective actions to senior management. Resolved employee concerns while providing guidance regarding FMLA/FLSA/ADEA/EEO related issues. Conducted exit interviews; gathered and maintained database for disseminating HR metrics for turnover reports. Restructured new employee orientation from a 1-hour presentation to a % day comprehensive interactive program. Administered HR processes, including annual performance evaluations, pay equity analysis and benefit enrollment. Participated in the capacity of interviewer & assessor for the managerial assessment program & succession planning. Contingency Planner for the Ryder Employee Disaster Fund; distributed $185k in grants while supporting field staff post Hurricane Katrina in Louisiana & Mississippi and responsible for manpower coverage of call center. Other duties as assigned. Hertz R.A.C. Miami, FL Responsible for over 250 employees in the Miami International Airport Station Manager- HR 4/2002 - 8/2004 Responsible for the overall management of the Human Resources & Payroll Department. Managed employee investigations while recommending corrective actions to senior management. Facilitated new hire orientation and ensured all new employees received proper and timely orientation. Resolved employee concems while providing guidance regarding FMLA/FLSA/ADEA/EEO related issues. Assisted with the development, implementation and conunication of HR policies, programs and procedures. Administered HR processes, including annual performance evaluations, pay equity analysis and benefit enrollment. Conducted exit interviews; gathered and maintained database for disseminating HR metrics such as turnover reports. Organized associate activity, programs, fairs (i.e.; annual employee functions, corporate events, health and wellness fair etc). Drug and Alcohol Program Administrator. Maintained all personnel records and ensur d compliance to federal and state laws. Completed the selection, performance appraisal and termination of employees. Administered-beneprograms and assisted with the researching and resolution of complex benefits situations. Coordinated and attended job fairs, ititery 'ed auA made recommendations in the selection of employees to fill exempt and non-exempt positions and handled separation no�'e®s ancit ews. Hertz Labor Agreement Bargaining Team member with the Teamsters Union Local 390. -c EDUCATION /CERTIF ICAT[ONS/LANGUAGES/COMMUNITY SERVICE - 1-1 St. Thomas University, Miami, Fl Bachelors in Human Resources Administration, Minor in Education HR Designations: PHR (Professional in Human Resources/HRCI) Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) Languages: English & Spanish Fluent Community Service: Miami Beach Hispanic Advisory Committee- ice Chair Miami -Dade County Community Relations Board -Vice Chair