Grace Collins is a Human Resources Consultant at Axcet HR Solutions, where she partners with small and mid-sized businesses to create supportive, inclusive workplaces that empower teams and drive organizational success. With a passion for helping leaders solve complex HR challenges, Grace brings a strategic and people-centered approach to every client engagement.
\nShe holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with a minor in Business Administration from the University of Missouri-Columbia, where she graduated summa cum laude and was inducted into the prestigious Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society. Her academic focus and deep interest in multi-generational and multicultural workforce dynamics continue to shape her work in organizational leadership and talent development.
\nBefore joining Axcet, Grace gained hands-on HR experience as a Human Resources Supervisor and Management Trainee at Providence Medical Center and Prime Healthcare, respectively. Her broad background includes recruiting, employee relations, and compliance in fast-paced environments.
\nOutside the office, Grace is the founder and creative force behind GC Photography LLC, a wedding and portrait photography business she has run since 2017. This creative outlet complements her professional life by enhancing her ability to connect authentically with people from all walks of life. Grace finds daily inspiration in the connections she makes—with clients, colleagues, and mentors—and is committed to continuous learning and professional growth.
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