Vision

We create prosperity one interaction at a time.

Mission

We enable the full potential in others to improve workplaces and the lives of our clients.

Values

• Gratitude - We believe in being thankful and show our appreciation. We acknowledge what is good in life.

• Accountability - We accept responsibility and account for our actions to become better.

• Effective Communication - We are deliberate and exchange information between individuals and groups to improve understanding and affect positive change.

• Empathy - We cultivate our ability to understand and be aware of the feelings and needs of others so we can develop and improve our relationships. We strive to be compassionate and help others.

• Equity - We recognize that we do not all start from the same place and must acknowledge and make adjustments to imbalances. The process is ongoing, requiring us to identify and overcome intentional and unintentional barriers arising from bias or systemic structures. Our focus is on freedom from bias or favoritism. We also focus on access to opportunities, networks, resources, and supports in addition to outcomes.

Denise Liebetrau
Founder & Principal Consultant

Her Passions

• Denise is passionate about maximizing profit, revenue, and impact for employers as a trusted advisor on HR and compensation issues. She partners with leaders to solve the talent attraction, retention, engagment, and productivity problems so they can achieve their strategic goals. She has spent more than 25 years designing HR/compensation programs and using effective communications to inspire employees to deliver the right results.

• She partners with high performers so they get paid what they are worth and have careers aligned to their values.

• She speaks on topics like pay negotiation, difficult conversations, conflict resolution, pay transparency, workplace equity, emotional intelligence, and executive presence.

• Denise has previously served on the board of the Colorado Chapter of the Private Directors Association as Co-President and was a Founder of the chapter. She has previously served as the Co-Treasurer of the Rocky Mountain HR People & Strategy Association. And held multiple board positions including President of the Rocky Mountain Total Rewards Association.

• As a certified board candidate, Denise is looking for her next board position in a small to mid-sized company within the technology or mining industry.

• When she is not working, Denise enjoys reading, writing, cooking, walking, creating art, and spending time with family and friends. She is located in Colorado.

Her Experience, Expertise, & Education

• Denise has worked at Newmont, CenturyLink (now Lumen Technologies), First Data (now Fiserv), and Washington Mutual Bank (now JPMorgan Chase.) She has advised leaders on recognition, performance, base pay, bonus, and long-term incentive programs. She also has expertise in executive, expatriate, sales, and global compensation. Her non-U.S. experience includes Canada, South America, Africa and APAC.

• She has managed health plans and wellness vendors and has negotiated contracts, service level agreements, and fees. She has developed and implemented wellness programs.

• She has been a long-time member of SHRM, WorldatWork and the Rocky Mountain Total Rewards Association.

• B.S. degree and M.B.A. from Kansas State University. Certified Compensation Professional (CCP), Certified Employee Benefit Specialist (CEBS), Certified Benefits Professional (CBP), Global Remuneration Professional (GRP), Work-Life Certified Professional (WLCP), Certified Executive Presence Coach, Certified Social + Emotional Intelligence Coach, Certified Alignment Leader, and previous State of Slim Coach.

• Denise is also a certified board candidate via Corporate Directors International. She is looking for her next board position in a small to mid-sized company within the technology or mining industry. Send Denise an email at Denise.Liebetrau@ProsperConsultingLLC.com and ask for her board resume.

 Micki Summeril
Administrative & Project Manager

Micki Summeril manages the important details and projects in support of meeting client commitments. Micki is located in Colorado.

Pat Bell
Consultant

Pat Bell has more than 20 years of experience as an HR/compensation consultant demonstrating extensive experience in all areas of compensation for large, complex organizations.  Her experience includes compensation plan design, analysis, implementation, and management of compensation programs and systems for global Fortune 200 companies, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and corporate policy.  She is known for her attention to detail, collaboration, deep compensation expertise, and work experience in a variety of industries. When she is not working, she enjoys spending time with her husband and daughter, walking, reading books, organizing, and trips to the beach. Pat is located in Oregon.

Non-U.S. Country Experience: Argentina, Canada, China, Costa Rica, Germany, Hong Kong, India, Ireland, Israel, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Poland, Puerto Rico, Romania, Russia, Singapore, Spain, Turkey, United Kingdom, Venezuela, Vietnam

Specialties include: • Global compensation pay structures/benchmarking/market trends • Alignment of jobs with survey vendor matches • Merger, acquisition analysis & integration • Project management • Collaboration with Business Partners • Organization Design • Merit/Compensation Review • Data source identification/verification/presentation • Labor Relations • Emerging Skills  • Divestiture • CEO Pay Ratio

Alejandro “Alejo” Robatti
Consultant

Alejandro has more than 20 years of experience as a Human Resources leader in multinational companies.  His experience includes industries such as fast-moving consumer goods, mining, beauty, and telecommunications. He has expertise in compensation plan analysis, design, implementation, and management with a focus on helping organizations achieve their desired goals. Alejandro is known for his attention to detail, collaboration, as well as deep compensation expertise across industries and HR practices. When he is not working, he spends time playing sports, going to the beach, and enjoys time with his wife and kids. Alejandro is in Lima, Peru.

Non-U.S. Country Experience: Perú, Colombia, Chile, México, Venezuela, Bolivia, Guatemala, and República Dominicana. (Latam).

Specialties include: • Plan Design – base, variable, sales, executive • Modeling cost impacts •Pay equity • Organizational Design • Global pay structures • Departmental and job family design • Job and incumbent leveling • Rewards Data Source Identification/Verification • Executive-Level Dashboards and Reports • Labor Relations • Technology Solutions

Kelli Heidel
Consultant

Kelli Heidel has more than 20 years of experience as an HR/compensation consultant with a record of driving improved performance for Fortune 500 companies through the strategic use of global compensation, sales compensation, executive compensation, compensation plan design, corporate salary structures, and business operations. She is known for her attention to detail, thoughtful questions, and knowledge of a variety of industry practices. When she is not working, she enjoys hiking, yoga, traveling, scuba diving, and other outdoor adventures. Kelli is located in Florida.

Non-U.S. Country Experience: Australia, Austria, Canada, Columbia, Czech, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Netherlands, New Zealand, Poland, Puerto Rico, Romania, Singapore, Switzerland, United Kingdom, Uzbekistan.

Specialties include: • Merger & acquisition analysis & integration • Project management • Costing/impact analysis • Compensation pay structures • Job/incumbent leveling • Sales compensation/commission plan design • Data source identification/verification • Executive-level “dashboard” reporting/modeling • Process improvement and automation • Market pricing/benchmarking

Suzanne Short
Consultant

Suzanne Short has over 20 years of experience in the development, implementation, and management of global compensation and human resources programs. She has demonstrated solutions-based consulting working across multiple industries, including aviation, software, medical device, telecommunications, mining, city government, and building materials supply.  Suzanne is located in Colorado.

Specialties include: Job Evaluation & Restructuring, Marketing Pricing & Analysis, Pay Structure Review & Development, Performance Management Coaching, Merit & Bonus Planning & Training, Total Compensation Plan Development, Compensation Communications, HR & Business Consultation, Compensation Planning Systems, HR Management Systems, and Compensation Structure Plan Integration.  

As a Compensation Consultant in the telecommunications industry, Suzanne provided expertise and solutions in the following areas.

·        Development and implementation of sales and non-sales compensation structures, plans and guidelines
·        Job evaluation and market pricing of positions across multiple business units
·        Compensation survey participation and analysis
·        Company merger compensation structure and plan integration
·        Compensation program communications development and training
·        Evaluation and implementation of compensation systems
·        Human Resources and business management support and guidance on compensation issues and projects.

Ava Liebetrau
Intern

Ava Liebetrau is an Intern learning how to do Compensation Analyst work. She partners with more experienced Consultants to analyze, design, and administer employer compensation programs, including base pay and short-term incentives. Evaluates jobs and develops and maintains job descriptions and job architecture. Participates in compensation surveys, conducts research and analysis on market competitiveness, pay equity, and compensation trends.

Jennifer “Jenn” Anderson
Consultant

With over 20 years of professional experience, Jennifer Andersen is a seasoned Human Resources leader, having devoted the past 15 years exclusively to the healthcare sector. Her expertise extends to corporate salary structures, the design of compensation plans, and the effective implementation of business and Human Resources best practices. Jennifer is recognized for her attention to detail, collaborative approach, and adaptability, ensuring that she consistently meets the diverse needs of the companies she serves.  In her spare time, Jennifer enjoys camping and embarking on adventures to discover new destinations alongside her spouse, three children, and two dogs. Jenn is located in Colorado.

Sarah Martens
Consultant

Sarah Martens is a human resources professional with more than 20 years’ of experience. She is a certified Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) as recognized by the Human Resources Certification Institute with a Masters of Business Administration. Her achievements grant her the opportunity to operate at a strategic level, providing leadership in areas such as HR best practices, total rewards, program and talent management, employee and organizational development and ongoing human capital trends. Sarah is located in Colorado.

Denise Roberts
Administrative & Project Manager

Denise Roberts manages the important details and projects in support of meeting client commitments. She is located in Nevada.

Debbie Hutson
Consultant

Debbie Hutson has over 20 years of HR experience with a comprehensive background in compensation management. Throughout her career, she has demonstrated proficiency in assessing job roles, conducting market research, determining appropriate salary ranges, and tailoring compensation solutions to align with labor market dynamics. She has played a pivotal role in consulting leadership in non-profit and retail organizations on compensation practices and equity analysis.  Debbie is dedicated to optimizing organizational performance through effective HR practices.  She is known for her attention to detail, collaborative nature, and integrity.  When she is not working, she enjoys the outdoors, traveling and spending time with family and friends.  Debbie is located in Minnesota.

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