Katherine Kusske

Strategic and results-driven Employee Relations professional with extensive experience in workplace investigations, compliance, and HR consulting. Skilled in conducting complex EEO and misconduct investigations, mitigating organizational risk, and fostering a fair, compliant workplace. Adept at partnering with business leaders, legal teams, and HR stakeholders to drive ethical decision-making and policy adherence. Proven ability to develop and deliver training programs, optimize case management, and implement best practices that enhance employee relations and organizational effectiveness.

With a strong background in employee and labor relations, I have successfully managed high-risk cases involving misconduct, EEO violations, and policy breaches, ensuring fair and legally sound resolutions. My expertise in partnering with HR and legal teams allows me to provide strategic guidance that mitigates risk while promoting a culture of integrity and compliance. Additionally, I excel in training and educating leadership on best practices, driving proactive problem-solving and policy adherence.

My skills in case management, data analysis, and HR systems support process improvements that enhance organizational effectiveness. Having worked across corporate and healthcare environments, I am highly adaptable and experienced in navigating complex, matrixed organizations. I bring investigative expertise, strategic HR consulting, and a commitment to fostering a fair, compliant workplace, making me a strong asset to any team.

• Designed and delivered impactful leadership & compliance training
• Created a leadership succession certification program
• Developed a cross-functional escalation matrix for risk mitigation