Meet the Team Behind Elevate Consulting Collective

At Elevate Consulting Collective, we’ve been transforming businesses for over 20 years with our expertise in recruiting and business development.

Our journey began with a mission to support smaller organizations, medium-sized businesses, and non-profits that don’t require full-time HR staff. 

We are committed to helping you elevate your organization’s leadership and human resources capabilities for sustainable growth and development. 

Sarah, Founder & Principle Consultant

Sarah Alaimo is an accomplished HR professional with a proven track record of aligning human resources strategies with core business objectives to cultivate thriving workplace cultures. With extensive experience in various sectors, Sarah is passionate about coaching, guiding, and developing teams to streamline operational processes and enhance the overall employee experience.

Sarah brings high-level expertise to organizations on a fractional or project basis. She specializes in strategic HR planning, workforce optimization, change management, compliance and risk mitigation, leadership development, and project-based solutions. Her collaborative communication style and focus on building relationships enable her to deliver comprehensive HR solutions that drive measurable results.

Throughout her career, Sarah has made significant contributions to various organizations, including:

  • Developing workforce strategies that improve retention and employee satisfaction during periods of growth.
  • Leading policy overhauls to ensure compliance with evolving labor laws, thereby reducing risk.
  • Spearheading cultural transformations to boost engagement and alignment with company values.
  • Designing and implementing leadership development programs that prepare managers for future challenges.
  • Providing cost-effective HR solutions for both startups and established organizations.

Sarah Alaimo continues to be a driving force in the HR community. Her dedication to fostering strong workplace cultures and enhancing the employee experience positions her as a valuable partner for organizations seeking to navigate the complexities of human resources in today’s dynamic business environment.

Delaney Cambern, HR Associate

Delaney is a budding HR professional with a passion for cultivating positive workplace culture and efficient business operations. She thrives in supporting business setup, streamlining backend processes, and building strong HR foundations that allow organizations to grow and succeed. With a keen eye for detail and organization, Delaney excels in handling onboarding, compliance, policy development, and administrative HR tasks, ensuring businesses run smoothly from behind the scenes. Her enthusiasm for people-focused solutions makes her a valuable asset in fostering workplaces where employees feel supported, engaged, and empowered. Delaney is committed to helping businesses create strong, people-centric foundations that drive both employee satisfaction and organizational success. Delaney is a budding HR associate who is passionate about cultivating positive company culture.

 She excels in supporting business setup and streamlining backend operations while building strong HR foundations.

Blog

Supporting Employee Well-being and Mental Health

Delaney Cambern / March 1, 2025
Why Focus on Mental Health?

From a disruptive global pandemic, to lack of work-life balance, unsatisfactory wages, and looming layoffs, corporate Americans are more burnt out than ever. We know the feeling all too well: exhaustion from feeling over-worked and under-appreciated, missing out on life events, and working off the clock. Workplace stressors, if not handled with care, can manifest into serious mental health and wellness challenges. Now more than ever, it’s crucial to prioritize ways we can support employee well-being and mental health.

Employees are the heart of your organization. They’re the people-powerhouse you rely on to drive success. When workers are burnt out or feeling unsupported, they simply don’t have the capacity to put their

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Why DEI Still Matters

Sarah Alaimo / February 28, 2025

In today’s complex world, fostering Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in the workplace is more than just a corporate initiative—it is a commitment to creating spaces where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. While social and political challenges may create obstacles, true leadership means standing firm in the belief that inclusion strengthens businesses, teams, and communities.

As an HR professional, I have seen firsthand how companies that prioritize DEI benefit in ways that go far beyond compliance or optics. Inclusive workplaces attract and retain top talent, drive innovation through diverse perspectives, and foster stronger, more engaged teams. When employees feel seen and heard, their motivation and productivity naturally increase—and that

What is a Fractional HR Leader?

Sarah Alaimo / February 27, 2025

What is a Fractional Human Resources Leader?

As a People Partnerships professional with 20 years of HR experience, I’ve seen firsthand how small and medium-sized business owners struggle to balance people operations with the day-to-day demands of running their company. Many leaders know they need HR support - especially when it comes to hiring, retention, compliance, and leadership development—but they simply don’t have time in the day to add one more thing to their own plates. Or may not be ready to invest in a full-time HR executive.

That’s where a Fractional Human Resources Leader comes in.

A Fractional HR Leader is a high-level HR professional who partners with businesses on a part-time, project-based, or ongoing basis to provide strate