Courtney Graham
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Nourish Your Glow, Project Confidence

I hope to leave you inspired and motivated to cultivate a positive self-image, to contribute in meaningful ways that maximize your potential, help you discover purposeful work, and ultimately guide you to living a very meaningful life.

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Purposeful Work,
Purposeful Life

Throughout my career, I’ve learned valuable lessons about aligning personal values with professional goals, fostering meaningful connections, and driving positive organizational change.

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Hear From People that Have Worked with Courtney...

Catherine H.
Head of Recruitment
When I am ready for the next step in my career, Courtney will be my first call. I would never have landed my current gig as the Head of Recuitment with Techstars without her help.
Jason C.
VP of Engineering
I had the great pleasure of working with Courtney through quite a bit of organizational growth at ReadyTalk. She's a wonderful and energetic individual that brings a very genuine and real passion to the work she does day-in and day-out. At the time that Courtney started with ReadyTalk, we were still a very small company and were struggling with making the transition from a small business to a medium-sized business. As with growth in any company in any industry, we were trying to maintain the small company culture while still growing and establishing a more structured HR function. Courtney was invaluable in this endeavor, and the approach she took to find that balance between maintaining culture while establishing some of the more necessary HR processes and functions was exactly what the organization needed. Courtney is a great people person, with all of her actions taking into consideration the net emotional impact of any decision on the people within the organization. She has a great understanding of the business needs, as well as the needs of the people that make up the business, and can effectively balance decision making to ensure that needs are met all the way around. I would be excited to work with Courtney again in any context within an organization. She's a leader, a team player, and someone that strives to set personal and professional goals that she works very hard and diligently towards accomplishing. She would be a true asset to any organization. Courtney has played an integral part in ReadyTalk continuously being named a number 1 company to work for in Colorado. With her creative energy and willingness to try new things Courtney has been able to develop and successfully implement our Talent Management Philosophy, along with a number of Career Development opportunities for our employees that has increased employee engagement drastically. Anyone that has the opportunity to work with Courtney is very lucky! Her focus around team collaboration and individual development is unlike anything I have experienced before. She is one of a kind.
Stacie P.
Executive National Vice President
Exactly what I needed to reboot and get me focused on my dreams and goals. Courtney was well spoken, full of wisdom and was able to thoughtfully communicate with each person. I loved it!
Dan K.
CEO
Courtney led the HR function at ReadyTalk for 2 years an was an invaluable resource to our company and my leadership team. Courtney is a detail- and results-oriented HR professional who excels at building and managing teams. She has excellent communication and interpersonal skills and would be an asset to any company. Courtney has played an integral part in ReadyTalk continuously being named a number 1 company to work for in Colorado. With her creative energy and willingness to try new things Courtney has been able to develop and successfully implement our Talent Management Philosophy, along with a number of Career Development opportunities for our employees that has increased employee engagement drastically. Anyone that has the opportunity to work with Courtney is very lucky! Her focus around team collaboration and individual development is unlike anything I have experienced before. She is one of a kind.
Shauna H.
Director
Thank you Courtney for a great workshop! I can now establish a clear vision and personal growth strategy. So inspiring!
Erica Shields
Mrs. Colorado America 2016
Winning the title of Mrs. Colorado America in 2016 was a such a surreal moment for me, and I couldn't have done it without Courtney Graham. Courtney's coaching techniques in both interview and in my stage walk helped to build my confidence and make me feel comfortable with who I was, all that I had experienced in my life, and in my ability to share myself and "my story." Up until the moment of winning the crown, I felt very uncomfortable talking about myself as it wasn't how I was raised. Talking about myself felt like I was bragging or being presumptuous in thinking my life was interesting enough to share. Courtney helped me to be realize that part of our noble nature is to make a difference through the power of our story and being able to share it with others. Courtney's techniques stayed with me throughout my reign and still does to this day. Courtney's professionalism and her friendship were and still are invaluable to me, and I will be forever grateful.
Andrea T.
Professional Human Resources
The vision boarding workshop was very helpful! I have been struggling to make my own vision board for months now, not really knowing where to start or what to focus on, but Courtney's guidance and thought-provoking exercise enabled me to pinpoint what I want to make happen in the the next couple of years of my life. Completing my vision board after was easy and FUN! She then provided us with the resources to determine an action plan and road map on how to achieve those goals with the 'my personal strategic plan to living a life of purpose' exercise. This really brought the workshop full circle and I left with actionable steps in mind.
Jessica G.
Executive Relations Manager
Everyone would benefit from having a strategic plan for their own life! Of course! Many pearls of wisdom delivered that make so much sense, things I never thought of. I highly recommend a session with Courtney!
Randy R.
IT & Cyber Executive
I had the pleasure of working alongside Courtney during our time at ReadyTalk. She exemplified the qualities of an outstanding human resources leader, consistently advocating for both our employee base and the organization as a whole. Courtney demonstrated a deep understanding of the unique dynamics present in a growing startup environment and effectively assisted both managers and employees in navigating the challenges associated with such growth. Given the opportunity, I would welcome the chance to collaborate with her again without hesitation.
Aaron B.
CTO
I don't have enough words to describe the person that is Courtney – but I'll try. As a professional, Courtney is a leader of the highest caliber and a master of the People Operations craft. She brings considerable background, knowledge, and expertise in each of its functions (recruiting/hiring, career trajectory, values, comp and benefits, and so much more). She develops her team (and company) cultures with ease, showcasing a potent mixture of ability and approachability. Furthermore, in the most difficult "people-moments" that occur in any organization, Courtney projects confidence, peacefulness, resolve, and deep care for the people around her. I have never met a People leader with Courtney's immense expertise (nor one who carries that expertise with such humility and grace). As a colleague and friend, Courtney is, once again, second to none. As partners on the Four Winds leadership team, we collaborated on several initiatives; in every case, the work was made better by her presence. When the circumstances were exciting, Courtney cultivated a sense of possibility. When they were challenging, Courtney was always a listening ear, a kind word, and a much-needed suggestion for moving forward. I left every discussion a little lighter, a little more equipped, and a little more aware of the possible. I knew that in any situation, I could count on Courtney to explore all possibilities with me and to make solid, rational decisions in the end. I have full confidence that Courtney will make an immediate, lasting impact on any organization because I've seen her do it. I recommend her wholeheartedly and encourage you: if you have the opportunity to work with her, take it!
Tor S.
Senior Learning & Development Advisor
Courtney is one of the most authentic and transformative leaders that I have worked for. She brought innovative ideas that helped to evolve and improve the culture of our company. She took care to get to know people on a personal level and invest in their development. As a leader, it was amazing to work for someone so energetic, effective, and visionary. She frequently shared her experience with others and helped bring out the team's best. She handled difficult situations with grace and professionalism. I’m grateful to have worked with and learned from Courtney. I'm confident that Courtney will be able to excel at any opportunity she takes on and I would give her my highest recommendation.
Catherine K.
TA Team Lead/Senior Techinical Recruiter
I feel honored to have had the opportunity to work for and learn from Courtney over the past 5 years. She has been an inspiration to me in a number of ways but most importantly she has shown me to give 100% in all that I do, not to be afraid of failure and to always shoot for the stars. Courtney has played an integral part in ReadyTalk continuously being named a number 1 company to work for in Colorado. With her creative energy and willingness to try new things Courtney has been able to develop and successfully implement our Talent Management Philosophy, along with a number of Career Development opportunities for our employees that has increased employee engagement drastically. Anyone that has the opportunity to work with Courtney is very lucky! Her focus around team collaboration and individual development is unlike anything I have experienced before. She is one of a kind.
Katie D.
Talent
Courtney served as the Director of Human Resources for ReadyTalk and with that responsibility she took our entire department under her wing. First and foremost she leads by example. She holds herself to the highest standard of performance and professionalism. She is the type of leader that shares knowledge, pushes you to become better and wants everyone around her to succeed. Courtney takes extra time to get to know the team she leads and understands what motivates each individual. Her ability to bring a team together, set and accomplish goals and work with executive management to accomplish organizational goals is truly inspiring. Under Courtney's leadership I attained my PHR, Leadership Architect 101, Fierce Conversations and Dale Carnegie certifications. My personal accomplishments are because I had a leader that wanted me to learn, grow and put tools in my toolbox to better myself. Through her leadership I feel I learned what it takes to be an amazing manager and how to help others succeed. Any organization that wants to have a thriving HR department would be lucky to have Courtney lead the effort. I would absolutely recommend Courtney and should our paths ever cross again I would fee honored to work with her again! Courtney has played an integral part in ReadyTalk continuously being named a number 1 company to work for in Colorado. With her creative energy and willingness to try new things Courtney has been able to develop and successfully implement our Talent Management Philosophy, along with a number of Career Development opportunities for our employees that has increased employee engagement drastically. Anyone that has the opportunity to work with Courtney is very lucky! Her focus around team collaboration and individual development is unlike anything I have experienced before. She is one of a kind.

"Elevating organizational performance begins with strategic people strategies and embracing the unique potential of each individual."

As an award-winning strategic human resource executive, I specialize in crafting aligned people strategies that elevate organizational performance. With a hands-on, positive approach and a visible leadership style, I have built a solid reputation for designing, developing, and implementing strategic people programs that deliver tangible results. Beyond driving performance, I am passionate about inspiring others to embrace their authenticity and cultivate confidence in who they are. My leadership philosophy centers on empowering people and teams to thrive in an environment that celebrates individual strengths and fosters a culture of inclusivity and innovation.

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