Name: KELVIN E. CHAO E-mail: kchao284@gmail.com 6/13/2008
49 Market St.
New York, NY 10002
(212) 309-3867
EDUCATIONCornell University , Ithaca, NY
Bachelor of Science, January 2006
Industrial & Labor Relations
GPA 3.86/4.00
Arcadia High School, Arcadia, CA
Salutatorian for graduating class of over 800
GPA: 3.98/4.00
HONORS/ Governor’s Scholar Award ∙ AP Scholar with Distinction ∙ IBM Thanks! Award
AWARDS ∙ Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do ∙ Dean’s List
WORK Executive Compensation & Rewards Associate July 2006-Present
EXPERIENCE Towers Perrin, New York, NY
Conduct pay and performance research in various industries and value total remuneration packages, particularly long-term incentives. Interpret and translate client needs in developing organizational structures and total rewards strategies that effectively address workflow, competitiveness, and overall business strategy. Analyze employee and market data to provide insights specific to customer operating environments. Assist organizations in improving corporate governance to maintain shareholder and public approval. Audit human resources programs to determine alignment with market best practices.
Human Resources Intern January-August 2005
IBM, Software Group, Somers, NY
Brainstorm, develop, and execute projects that facilitate effective budget allocation for employee and executive compensation. Analyze internal customer (business unit) needs for attracting and retaining employees. Create database of retention agreements to assist with on-time payment processing. Present recommendations for achieving meaningful career development and vitality among different employee populations.
Coordinator, Veterinary Leadership Program January-August 2004
Cornell University, Ithaca, NY
Plan and organize group dinners, simulation sessions, trips, symposiums, and presentations for 25 graduate students. Contact guest speakers from the National Institute of Health, Merck, and other organizations related to veterinary medicine. Act as hotel manager of the facility housing the students and as liaison between students and Cornell professors sponsoring the program. Work with Finance office to track costs, coordinate stipend distribution, and process reimbursements.
SKILLS Proficient with Windows 95, 98, 2000, and XP; advanced Microsoft Word (95 wpm), PowerPoint, Excel. Working knowledge of Mac OS X.
ACTIVITIES Publicity Chair, Cornell Collegiate Council, March of Dimes 2002-2003
