Stacia Gaines
Consultant, SPHR, SHRM-SCP
My Commitment & Vision
I’m passionate about helping people reach their full potential. After a thirty-year career in corporate Human Resources, I’m now expanding my focus to support individuals and organizations in new and meaningful ways. I hold an MBA from the University of Alabama at Birmingham and a Bachelor of Science in Education from Samford University. I’ve also earned and maintain both SPHR and SHRM-SCP certifications.
My career has given me the opportunity to serve across a wide range of industries, including Financial Services, IT, Healthcare, Commercial Real Estate, Utilities, Manufacturing, and Nonprofits. I was fortunate to gain multicultural experience while living and working in Tianjin, China for five years—an experience that broadened my perspective both professionally and personally. I’ve held leadership roles such as HR Director, Talent Acquisition Manager, Talent Manager, Trainer, and Coach, but my greatest strength and passion has always been connecting with people and supporting their growth.
I’m equally committed to making my community a more vibrant and equitable place. I’ve served on several boards and organizations that align with that mission, and I’ve been honored to receive recognition for innovation and leadership along the way. Helping others thrive—whether in the workplace or in the community—is what truly drives me.
My Expertise
Linking People To Business Strategy
The Predictive Index
The Predictive Index is a scientifically valid and reliable talent optimization tool used to understand and optimize human behavior in the workplace. PI helps organizations make data-driven decisions around hiring, coaching, team building, leadership development and organizational strategy. By analyzing behavioral patterns, the Predictive Index provides insights that can improve employee engagement, productivity, and overall organizational effectiveness.
Partner: Sr. Consultant with Clearview Strategy Partners
Leadership Development
Training
Facilitate essential skills training to improve managers’ ability to lead, inspire and encourage their employees: interview/Hiring, Teamwork/Collaboration, Performance Optimization, Conflict Management, Communication, Critical Thinking and more.
Grief Coaching
Surthrival
Surthrival is a podcast for those who are grieving, encouraging them to lean into grief in a healthy way. Each series is designed for a specific audience that my include those who want to help someone they love who is mourning. The format is not preachy, prescriptive, formulaic or morose. It is inspirational and practical, using interviews with those who have lived experience around loss. My ultimate goal is to build interactive workshops around Surthrival principles and normalize this critical issue that every person will experience.
Organizational Development
Facilitating Leadership and/or Team Meetings
Facilitating leadership and team meetings or off-sites is a strategic form of coaching and consulting focused on fostering alignment, collaboration, and clarity within groups. Whether it’s a leadership retreat, strategic planning session, or team-building workshop, my role is to design and guide purposeful conversations that help teams reflect, connect, and move forward with intention. Through structured facilitation, I help leaders and teams clarify goals, strengthen communication, and address challenges in a supportive, results-driven environment. These sessions create the space for fresh thinking, stronger relationships, and actionable outcomes that drive both individual and collective growth.
Ivy & Apollo Consulting
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Consultant
100%
Client Satisfaction
30+
Years of Excellence
My Edge
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Predictive Index (PI) Facilitator
PI Facilitator skilled in leveraging behavioral analytics to optimize hiring, enhance leadership, and strengthen team performance.
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Training Leaders
Trained in Supervisory Skills, I equip new and experienced leaders with tools to manage teams effectively, navigate conflict and lead with confidence.
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Coaching
Lifetime of helping individuals and organizations reach their potential by identifying their goals, values and passions
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Grief Expert
Passion for normalizing conversation around grief and loss through storytelling and practical tips
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Broad, Multi-Cultural Experience
30 plus years experience in Human Resources, Training, Coaching and Facilitating in multiple industries (manufacturing, healthcare, IT, finance, real estate, utilities, non-profits)
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Education & Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in Education and MBA; SPHR and SHRM-SCP certifications; Predictive Index, DiSC, GROW Coaching, StrengthsFinder
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Community Leader
Women Business Leaders (WBL) and Birmingham Education Foundation Board Member
Partners
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Client Stories
I wanted to extend my sincerest thanks for the exceptional DiSC training to the Agile Process Team. The session was above and beyond all expectations. Your passion for the subject matter was contagious, and the skills you’ve taught us are immediately applicable to all of us and our teams. We left feeling inspired and equipped for the future. Thank you for empowering us with the tools to succeed!
Stephanie Clayton, Agile Coordinator at Altec
Stacia Gaines is the perfect combination of expertise, authenticity, and heart. She is not only a wealth of knowledge when it comes to human resources best practices, strategic planning, professional development, and mentorship, but also on how to effectively use these tools to make a positive impact at your company and in your community. Every second of coaching from Stacia is incredibly valuable and comes with tangible benefits, especially with me being a new executive director and novice in HR matters. I would highly recommend her to anyone who is interested in bettering their organizations, as well as themselves.
Kristen Holder, Executive Director of Central Six AlabamaWorks!
Stacia Gaines has been an invaluable asset to the Birmingham Education Foundation. Her exceptional human resources support, dedication, professionalism, and expertise have greatly enhanced our organization's ability to serve our community. Stacia's commitment to excellence and her unwavering support have made a significant impact on our team, ensuring that we can continue our mission with confidence and efficiency. Additionally, her contributions extend to assisting with training high school interns for the workforce, providing them with invaluable skills and guidance for their future careers. We consider Stacia an invaluable partner to the Ed family.
Dr. Ashley Samuels, Executive Director of Birmingham Education Foundation
Stacia stands out with her warm smile and carefully chosen words that provide clarity on any issue. Personally, I have sought her mentorship for various challenges, and she has consistently been a source of support. Stacia's ability to listen attentively, ask insightful questions that often feel like answers, and provide actionable advice has been invaluable to me. Moreover, she regularly follows up to ensure progress has been made. I am deeply thankful for all the guidance she has provided me over the years.
Arash Tahtolkassaei, Business Intelligence Developer at Altec
