HR Leadership and Startup Strategy Expert with 28 Years of Experience

  • CEO and Founder

    With 28 years of experience in human resources, organizational development, business operations, and leadership, I have dedicated my career to helping organizations build strong people-centered foundations that drive measurable growth.

    Over the past 12 years, while working full time in executive HR leadership roles, I have simultaneously partnered with nonprofits, startups, and small businesses as a consultant, designing and implementing strategic HR frameworks that align people, purpose, and performance.

    Throughout my corporate career, I have led organizations to achieve recognition among the top three “Best Places to Work,” a testament to my commitment to cultivating thriving workplace cultures.

    My work spans across every phase of the employee lifecycle, from compliance and audits to leadership development, performance systems, recruitment, and culture transformation. I bring a balance of corporate executive experience and entrepreneurial insight, offering practical solutions rooted in both data and empathy.

    Through my consulting work, I’ve helped launch HR functions from the ground up, restructured underperforming teams, optimized HRIS systems like ADP and UKG, and guided leaders through complex workforce challenges with clarity and confidence. My goal has always been to elevate people, strengthen culture, and advance organizations forward—one strategic decision at a time.

    This combination of 28 years in HR leadership and 12 years of simultaneous consulting reflects not just experience, but a deep passion for advancing the human side of business.

    I also provide compassionate, companion-based services—offered upon request—through a professionally trained therapy dog.

    Proudly serving clients across the United States.

    I partner with a network of highly experienced professionals who are part of our exclusive consulting team, each having undergone a rigorous selection process to ensure they meet the highest standards of expertise, integrity, and client service.

  • HR Data Systems (HRIS), Business Intelligence, and Compliance Strategist

    Adam Pelham is a distinguished HR data and business intelligence strategist with over 30 years of experience specializing in UKG and ADP systems. His career spans every facet of HR operations, from HRIS implementation and payroll integration to compliance auditing and workforce analytics.

    Known for transforming complex data into actionable business insights, Adam partners with organizations to streamline HR technology, strengthen compliance frameworks, and elevate operational efficiency. His approach combines technical mastery with strategic foresight, helping clients make informed decisions that drive growth and sustainability.

    As part of our exclusive consulting team at ELAVANTI HR, Adam brings an exceptional blend of system expertise, analytical precision, and compliance leadership, ensuring every project advances both people and performance with measurable impact.

  • HCM Consultant and Seasoned HRIS and Data Analytics Strategist

    John Youngkrantz, MBA, is a Senior HCM Consultant and seasoned HRIS and data analytics strategist specializing in benefits administration, system implementation, and payroll process optimization. With extensive experience implementing and enhancing UKG solutions, John brings both technical precision and strategic insight to every project.

    His expertise spans HRIS configuration, data integration, and analytics—enabling organizations to streamline operations, strengthen compliance, and make data-driven workforce decisions. John’s deep understanding of payroll systems and HR technology allows him to design efficient, user-friendly solutions that elevate both employer and employee experiences.