Cindi Ferrara Elstien brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to the realm of Human Resources, serving as both a seasoned practitioner and trusted consultant. With a career dedicated to enhancing organizational effectiveness through HR excellence, Cindi offers a unique blend of hands-on experience and strategic insight.
ABOUT CINDI
As a Human Resource Professional, Cindi specializes in guiding organizations towards best practices in HR management. She evaluates existing policies and procedures, providing tailored
recommendations to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal employment laws. Cindi's expertise extends beyond traditional HR roles; she also serves as a Benefits Practitioner and Consultant, leveraging her firsthand experience to add significant value to client organizations.
Cindi's dedication to the HR field is underscored by her extensive involvement in professional organizations. She has served as President of the ChicagoSHRM - Society For Human Resource Management and remains an esteemed Board Emeritus member. Additionally, her contributions as a former Board Member for the Illinois State Council of the Society for Human
Resource Management (SHRM) highlight her commitment to advancing the HR profession at both local and national levels.
In addition to her professional accolades, Cindi is deeply engaged in mentorship and community service. She has volunteered as a Mentor for Menttium 100 for mid-level managers over many years. Currently she mentors women undergoing breast cancer treatment through Imerman Angels. Her commitment to empowering others extends to her membership in organizations such as the National Association of Professional Women (NAPW), Inner Circle and Wonder Woman Mastermind Club.
Recognized for her outstanding contributions, Cindi has received prestigious honors including
the Albert Nelson Marquis Lifetime Achievement Award and recognition from Marquis Who’s Who Top Business Owners for her exemplary leadership in Human Resources. With a passion for excellence and a dedication to serving others, Cindi Ferrara Elstien continues to make a
lasting impact in the field of HR and beyond.
HEAR FROM OUR CLIENTS & PARTNERS
"Cindi is an experienced professional. She has found the right balance of knowledge and wisdom as it pertains to our HR needs."
"I have worked with Cindi Elstien for more than eight years. She is a dynamic person with an excellent knowledge of Human Resource issues. As an attorney who has worked with her on employee handbooks and other projects requiring legal input, Cindi has shown keen insight into the nuanced issues that permeate the employment-law world. Cindi is pro-active in keeping track of the developments both locally and nationally. Her initiative with seminars and workshops is a real asset to her clients. I have happily recommended her to multiple clients for a variety of HR needs. She knows a lot of people, too, both inside and outside her industry, and has been able to make well-placed introductions—always a value-add. Plus, she’s a pleasure to work with! I highly
recommend her for your outsourced HR needs."
"Cindi served as our part time Consultant, 'go to' HR professional when we needed someone to develop our talent. She has a great combination of strategic perspective and hands on capabilities; and I would trust her with your most challenging HR issues."
"It has been my pleasure to collaborate with Cindi Elstien since November 2019. Cindi and I have arranged workplace seminars regarding sexual harassment in the workplace and reasonable suspicion drug testing, both in person and, more recently, via webinar. Cindi is an organized and effective partner. She has provided valuable and significant suggestions to clients on policy modifications and enhancements that protect them from avoidable liability. I enjoy and trust my work with Cindi and highly recommend her services."
"Cindi is the queen of best practices. She not only knows them, but lives them. Collaborating with Cindi has been a great experience. To have such a knowledgeable colleague is invaluable. I would trust Cindi to take on any HR project, short or long term. I highly recommend Cindi to meet your HR needs."
"Cindi is an amazing friend and HR consultant. She helped me out of a bind and got the organization through the toughest part of the year, open enrollment, which included two acquisitions! She also picked up and ran benefits for us for months on literally one day’s notice. Cindi is so knowledgeable and so customer oriented; she was the first person I thought of when we were in a tough spot and I'm so glad I did. We couldn't have gotten through open enrollment and keeping our benefits going without her support."
"I'm incredibly grateful for the invaluable mentorship provided by Cindi Elstien. Her unwavering support and keen insight have helped me understand and leverage my unique strengths across design and computer science. Cindi's dedication to my growth extends beyond guidance; she actively connects me with relevant individuals, opening doors to opportunities that have propelled my personal and professional development. Her impact on my journey has been transformative, and I wholeheartedly recommend her mentorship to anyone seeking to unlock their full potential."
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