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ABOUT HRBP FOUNDER KAREN GUREGHIAN

HR Business Partners is a strategic HR consulting firm owned and operated by Karen Gureghian, a seasoned HR management professional with over 20 years of experience working for public and private organizations in the Twin Cities. As a trusted business partner, Karen collaborates directly with company owners and presidents to provide implementation services in critical HR areas like policy documentation, recruiting, benefits, and HR infrastructure.

A respected HR leader, Karen is a member of SHRM and has served in various leadership roles for the SHRM Minnesota State Council and HR Professionals of Minnesota, including terms as Secretary, Membership Director, President, and Professional Development Co-Chair. In addition to her work at HR Business Partners, Karen holds an MBA from the University of St. Thomas and a BA in Business Administration from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire. She is also an Adjunct Faculty member at Metropolitan State University, where she teaches HR courses. Certified as a SHRM-Senior Certified Professional (SCP) and Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHRi), Karen brings a wealth of practical expertise to her consulting and teaching roles.

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TESTIMONIALS

What they're saying . . .

Hard to believe, but a small business needs everything a Fortune 500 company has but on a much smaller budget, am I right? Working with Karen and HR Business Partners, my company has that corporate HR department! And I now can focus on growing and improving the elements of the business we get paid to perform! Thank you, Karen!!!

Kim S., PSG Contracting

We are so grateful to have Karen working with us and our nonprofit organization!!

Chris S., Executive Director AKA Sport 

Our overall experience was exceptional. Karen displayed a high level of professionalism and expertise. She was attentive to our needs and questions, providing clear and timely responses throughout her time with us. I would highly recommend her services to others.

The Market at Malcolm Yards

HR Business Partners is the perfect solution for small business HR needs! Karen is an excellent communicator and has been invaluable in putting her experience to work for our business.

Ashley B., RK Wolfgang, Inc.

I have worked with the owner of HR Business partners for over 20 years. She is extremely knowledgeable in all areas of HR, she is very responsive, professional, she communicates very well with management and with employees, and she is easy to work with. I give her my strongest endorsement.

Moises R., President and CEO Vidatronic

RJM Construction had the pleasure of working with Karen Gureghian for over four years. Karen’s HR management experience helped shape RJM’s HR processes and procedures. She was a wonderful business partner assisting in creating new policies and procedures, employee relations, performance review process, compensation structure, benefits, recruiting and diversity efforts, implementing HR software, and so much more.

Jodie K., HR Generalist II RJM Construction

Karen has helped us substantially improve the quality of people in our organization through effective HR management, screening of new employees and improved benefit programs. I highly recommend Karen.

Peter G., CEO RWL Water

I’ve had the pleasure of utilizing Karen’s HR expertise in conducting due diligence exams on prospective acquisition candidates. Karen’s ability to engage the candidate firm, conduct a thorough exam of their SOPs and to communicate the findings to her client is just excellent.

Chris P., President and CEO Stronghold

As a valued business partner of Level 10 Management, LLC, Karen has consistently proven herself to be an exceptional asset to our organization. Her expertise in human resources has greatly contributed to our success, as she goes above and beyond to provide innovative solutions tailored to our specific needs. Karen’s professionalism, attention to detail, and genuine dedication to helping us thrive have made our collaboration truly remarkable. Her friendly demeanor and ability to offer unique solutions make working with her an absolute pleasure. We highly recommend HR Business Partners services to any business seeking exceptional HR support.

Bobby De St.A, COO,CFO Level 10

Karen provided excellent results as a recruiter when Infrared Solutions needed to staff quickly. I would hire her again.

Reed N., CEO Infrared Solutions

Our company has used HR Business Partners for quite a number of years now. Karen has been most helpful in keeping our Human Resources in check. She is extremely attentive and very knowledgeable. We highly recommend HR Business Partners for your Human Resources needs.

Rozella Hernandez

Our company has used HR Business Partners for quite a number of years now. Karen has been most helpful in keeping our Human Resources in check. She is extremely attentive and very knowledgeable. We highly recommend HR Business Partners for your Human Resources needs.

Rozella Hernandez

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