About Sarah
HR expertise without the corporate overhead.
I started Great Plains HR Solutions because small and mid-sized businesses deserve the same quality of HR support that large companies take for granted — without the price tag or the runaround.
Credentials
SHRM-CP Certified
Society for Human Resource Management
My Story
I've been in the room when things go wrong. I know how to help you get it right.
After more than a decade working in HR — from small family-owned businesses to organizations with hundreds of employees — I saw the same pattern over and over: companies waiting until a problem became a crisis before getting help.
Harassment complaints that could have been handled early. Terminations that created legal exposure because the documentation wasn't there. Handbooks that hadn't been updated in years. Managers who wanted to do the right thing but didn't know how.
I launched Great Plains HR Solutions to be the resource those businesses needed before things got complicated — and to be a steady, trusted partner when they did.
I'm based in Oklahoma City and work with companies across the United States — all states except Washington State, New York, and California. Whether you need a one-time investigation or ongoing HR support, I bring the same level of care and rigor to every engagement.
Background
Experience you can rely on.
I bring certified expertise and real-world experience to every engagement — not just theoretical knowledge.
SHRM-CP Certified HR Professional
10+ years of HR experience across multiple industries
Specialization in workplace investigations and employee relations
Multi-state compliance expertise across the US (excl. WA, NY, CA)
Experience with companies from 5 to 500+ employees
Former in-house HR leader turned independent consultant
How I Work
The principles behind every engagement.
Practical Over Theoretical
HR advice that actually works in the real world — not textbook answers that ignore how businesses operate day to day.
Honest and Direct
You'll always get a straight answer. If something is a legal risk, I'll tell you. If a situation is manageable, I'll tell you that too.
People-First Thinking
Protecting your business and treating your employees fairly aren't opposites. Good HR does both — and that's the standard I hold myself to.
Rooted in the Region
Based in Oklahoma City, I understand the business culture and employment landscape across the country — not just the law on paper.
Industries Served
I've worked across a wide range of industries.
HR challenges look different depending on your industry. I bring relevant experience to each one.
Work With Me
Ready to get the HR support your business deserves?
Most engagements start with a quick conversation. Tell me what's going on and I'll tell you exactly how I can help — no commitment required.