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Strategic HR Services for Purpose-Driven Teams

Work Nouveau helps mission-led organizations thrive with intention, offering people-first HR solutions that are strategic and deeply practical. From embedded partnerships to one-off projects, we bring clarity, structure, and momentum to your people operations.

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Fractional Head of HR

Your strategic HR partner without the full-time price tag.

Think of us as your on-demand HR leader. For a fraction of the cost of a full time hire, we embed with your team, shaping strategy, solving challenges, providing you with senior-level insight. You get all the benefits of a seasoned HR leader, perfectly matched to your budget and needs.

Project-Based HR Consulting

Targeted support for your most important people priorities.

Whether it’s crafting an employee handbook, navigating a tricky hire (or termination), or launching a team training, we jump in with care, clarity, and context. Our work is project based with a defined scope. No long term commitments, just focused solutions that move you forward.

Common projects include:

  • Employee handbook creation or updates
  • Hiring & termination guidance
  • Team engagement surveys
  • DEI or values-based policy development
  • Training & workshops for managers or staff
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Leadership & Manager Development

Empowering your people to power your mission.

We equip your leaders and people managers with the tools, skills, and confidence to lead well, so their teams can thrive.  Through coaching, practical resources, and tailored learning experiences, we help them to sharpen their decision-making, strengthen their communication, and grow their teams with intention.

Options include:

  • 1:1 coaching for managers
  • Group sessions or cohort learning
  • Leadership development planning
  • On-demand support & feedback loops
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What Our Clients Say About Us

I’ve used Work Nouveau’s services for recruitment, wellness initiatives, and people operations strategy. Angela is a true professional and business partner who leads with objective and impactful expertise and is able to connect with people in a way that makes them feel seen and valued. She navigates difficult conversations and situations with tact and professionalism and is an excellent coach in bringing these qualities out in others.  

Jamie Henning
CEO and Founder, JForce LLC

Angela was instrumental in helping us onboard new contractors with ease and professionalism. From organizing paperwork to ensuring every compliance detail was addressed, she gave me the peace of mind to stay focused on running the business. Her knowledge of HR processes, her responsiveness, and her calm, confident approach made a world of difference. I’m so grateful to have had her support during this critical stage. 

Dr. Vera P. Dickinson
Founder and CEO, Innova-Q

Angela has the ability to make a person feel simultaneously seen for who they are and challenged to be even better. She takes a generative and thoughtful approach to everything she does, and it’s a delight to work with her. Highly recommended for small businesses and non-profits needing support. 

Stephanie Clarke 
COO, White and Burke

Angela is an exceptional HR strategist with a deep understanding of both people and business operations. Her ability to align HR practices with organizational goals is second to none. Angela brings clarity, structure, and innovation to every challenge.

Monica Basehore, PhD

Work Nouveau is my go-to solution for all of the People Strategy and HR needs for my companies, and my clients’ companies. They scale up or down as our needs change, and it’s like having an on-demand HR pro at our organization. 

Mary Knight 
Author and CEO

Angela brings a wealth of expertise, talent and care to HR business strategies. She has a modem and fresh perspective on people, process and HR policy. A wonderful business partner!

Jenn Urso
CEO

Angela is professional, a people ops genius, and such a joy to work with. There can be so much anxiety around the unknowns, especially with multi-state start ups, and we are in the best hands with her!

Carrie Crigler
COO, Optikka

Pricing & Packages

Tailored Options That Grow With You

Every business is different. Our pricing is designed to meet you where you are, with options for ongoing support, project-based work, or quick advice.

Monthly Services

Starting at $1500/month

Straightforward, transparent pricing you can count on. Flexible plans are based on the hours we work together each month, giving you clear visibility into your budget with no surprises.

Other Ways We Can Work Together

Project

Ideal for a specific initiative with a clear start and end.

Hourly

Perfect if you need quick, expert advice without a big commitment.

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