M.S. Business Management, B.S. Business Management
8+ years
HR and compensation experience Designs and implements complex compensation strategies. Expertise in market analysis, pay positioning, and HR functions including benefits, analytics, and onboarding. CCP certified.
Tara Hierlihy – My Story
Tara, a Tampa native, holds a Master’s Degree in Business Management from the University of South Florida and is a Certified Compensation Professional (CCP). With eight years of experience in Human Resources, she has cultivated a strong expertise in Total Rewards and Analytics, utilizing a data-driven approach to enhance employee satisfaction and organizational efficiency.
Tara’s career includes significant roles at two Fortune 500 companies, where she most recently served as a Senior Total Rewards Partner within large global matrixed organizations. Her diverse industry experience spans both the manufacturing and aerospace sectors, where she managed complex HR projects and collaborated with cross-functional teams to execute strategic initiatives.
Outside of her professional life, Tara enjoys both watching soccer and Formula 1 racing, and spending time with her family. She is a proud wife and mother of two young daughters as well as two beloved fur babies, all of whom bring joy and excitement to her life.
Tara is a Senior Compensation Specialist at Griffin Resources, bringing over eight years of expertise in designing and implementing complex compensation strategies. Her experience spans across various HR disciplines, allowing her to provide holistic, data-driven solutions tailored to each organization’s unique needs. With a CCP certification and a proven track record in leading compensation architecture projects, Tara ensures pay practices are both internally equitable and externally competitive. By partnering with Tara through Griffin Resources’ fractional HR services, organizations gain access to high-level compensation expertise without the overhead of a full-time executive, enabling them to attract, retain, and motivate top talent effectively. Tara’s innovative approach and comprehensive understanding of total rewards make her an invaluable asset for companies looking to optimize their compensation strategies.
