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I understand that most businesses struggle to grow because of people challenges. You understand the strategic importance your people have in driving the success of your business, but you don’t have the time or expertise to
focus on it.

I’m Richard, and I’m here to help.

I’m a businessperson. I understand what you are going through. As your CHRO, I can implement Proven Talent Strategy and Human Resource Systems to help drive your business results. If you are ready to implement repeatable, scalable people operations systems that produce results, contact me to schedule a FREE DISCOVERY CALL.

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Operations Manager, Company Green

“LIT expanded my perspective in so many ways! I am more skilled and confident in supporting my team through clear communication, celebrating unique skills and abilities, transparent expectations, and servant leadership.”

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Economic Mobility Director, United Way of Central Indiana

“Through LIT, my self-awareness and overall confidence has increased. In addition, the program provided so many tools to help me lead and coach my team more effectively.”

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Regional Manager, J.C. Hart

“Through LIT I have developed the tools and knowledge to be a more impactful and thoughtful leader.”

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“LIT is truly influential in shaping personal and professional growth through exposure of diverse leadership styles and real-world simulations that instill confidence to lead effectively.”

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AVP Strategic Initiatives, FHLBank of Indianapolis

“It was so great to be able to step away from our day to day in order to grow not only individually but also as a group–different industries, careers, etc. and we all found common ground in the growth of our leadership skills.”

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Director of Training, J.C. Hart

Does Your Business Struggle With…

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Attracting and retaining the right people who can drive business results?

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People processes that allow your business to run efficiently?

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A culture that is non-existent or that causes division and disorder, all leading to decreased profits?

If you struggle with any of these challenges, you are not alone. Businesses of all sizes experience them. I am ready to help you overcome them.

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Why SRVHR?

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We are here to eliminate the “people process” distraction by developing and implementing simple strategies that allow you to focus on growing your business. This isn’t a one-size-fits-all solution. Each step of the plan is shaped and implemented based on your unique business needs and goals.

Our goals align with yours. We act as an extension of your executive team to create HR strategies and services that drive your business results.  

Richard Krout

Ann Arbor + DEtroit Metro, MI

Richard Krout (Rick) is a seasoned business leader with extensive experience as an HR Executive, specializing in enhancing human capabilities through strategic improvement and people initiatives. With a strong track record of aligning business and people strategies, Rick consistently drives success for his clients.

His expertise stems from real-world experience as an operations and project manager, combined with broad business acumen and cross-functional knowledge. Rick’s creativity and mission-driven focus enable organizations to build capabilities that deliver operational excellence.

An advocate for diversity and inclusion, Rick works with companies to develop the culture and processes necessary to attract, engage, and retain high-performing talent and teams.

Unique Areas of Expertise

  • Human Capital Strategy
  • Talent Management
  • Organizational Effectiveness
  • Employee Health and Safety
  • HR Technology
  • Leadership Sustainability
  • Veteran Engagement & Integration

Professional Experience

  • Vice President of HR and Director of Talent Management at a leading multinational engineering and construction firm.
  • Various leadership roles as a U.S. Marine, including Officer in Charge, Operations & Maintenance Manager, and Project Manager.

Organizational Recognitions​

  • U.S. Best Managed Company Gold Winner (Deloitte)
  • Best & Brightest Employers to Work for in the Nation (NABR)
  • America’s Safest Companies
  • Supplier excellence awards from Fortune 50 Companies

Affiliations

  • Professional member of the Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM)
  • Active participant in the Detroit Economic Club and other Southeast Michigan organizations

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