Fractional HR Advisory
Strategic HR leadership—without the full-time overhead.
Partner with an experienced HR leader to build intentional people practices, coach leaders, and navigate complexity with confidence.
You don’t need an HR department
You need a trusted partner who can help you grow, stabilize, and lead your people with clarity.
I bring two decades of HR leadership from nonprofits, startups, union environments, tech and creative companies—and I help small teams scale with strategy and heart.
This is for you if…
➾ You’re a founder or COO building a team and need HR strategy
➾ You’ve been “winging it” with hiring, policies, or compliance
➾ You want help navigating conflict, culture, or leadership change
➾ You know your people are your greatest asset—and want to treat them that way
“Erika has been instrumental in helping us navigate complex personnel matters with clarity, professionalism, and care.”
“Working with Erika Cherry over the past year and a half has been truly transformative for our organization. As a small nonprofit with a growing team, we were in urgent need of guidance around employee relations, compliance, and internal systems. Erika has been instrumental in helping us navigate complex personnel matters with clarity, professionalism, and care. She led us through the creation of a comprehensive employee handbook, helped us establish critical HR protocols, and provided invaluable coaching for our supervisory staff. Her insight and support have strengthened our team dynamics and allowed us to better manage a wide range of personalities with confidence and compassion. We are so grateful to have Erika in our corner.”
— Meghan Dibble, Founder & Sanctuary Director, Herd & Flock Animal Sanctuary
How it Works
Every business is unique, so my approach is designed to meet you where you are.
We’ll start by clarifying your goals, then build a practical plan to address immediate priorities while laying the foundation for long-term support.
Here’s what that looks like:
Discovery Call, Priorities & Roadmap
A conversation to learn about your business, your team and the challenges and opportunities you’re facing. We’ll identify the most urgent needs and map out a plan of action.
Access & Setup
I’ll gather the information and access I need (documentation, systems, policies and processes) so I can dig in quickly and start making progress on your priorities.
Implementation
I roll up my sleeves to address the agreed-upon priorities. This could include compliance reviews, employee relations, handbook updates, manager support, or any other HR projects on your plate.
Maintenance Mode
Once the foundation is set, we move into a steady rhythm of ongoing support. I remain your partner for HR guidance, troubleshooting, and proactive planning, so you’re covered as your business continues to evolve.
What’s included
Every engagement is tailored, but here are some of the ways I support clients through my Fractional HR Advisory Services:
➾ Flexible support: retainer, project-based, or embedded fractional leadership
➾ Strategic advising + hands-on HR execution
➾ Organization design & scaling strategies
➾ Culture building & employee engagement
➾ Compliance, policies, and HR infrastructure
➾ Onboarding & offboarding programs
➾ Performance management & coaching
➾ Compensation, benefits, and total rewards design
What you’ll walk away with
➾ Aligned people strategy & practices that reflect your values
➾ Clarity around roles, culture, and expectations
➾ Leadership coaching and issue navigation
➾ Trusted HR guidance in real time
Ideal for small and mid-sized businesses, especially those scaling, reorganizing, or seeking people-centered HR strategy.
Meet Your Advisor
I’m Erika Cherry—Fractional Head of People, HR strategist, and leadership coach.
I bring 20+ years of experience in leadership development, organizational strategy, and purpose-driven work.
I’ve led people strategy in fast-moving environments and bring calm, clarity, and pragmatism to every engagement.
Let’s build a people strategy & practices that reflect who you are—and where you’re going.
© Erika Cherry, 2025