Kalandria is a seasoned Human Resources (HR) professional with 10+ years’ experience in personnel administration and management and demonstrated expertise in developing and implementing labor-related policies and procedures that ensure full compliance with local, state, and federal Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) regulations.

As a member of KRA’s Leadership Team, she collaborates with Senior Leaders, in the development of strategic initiatives aimed at sustaining the KRA’s human capital and talent at the highest standard of excellence—supporting both corporate and programmatic operations nationwide. A specialist in performance management, Kalandria oversees all facets of HR functions, including recruitment and hiring, compensation and benefits, and training and development.

A passionate advocate for employee well-being, her leadership was instrumental in supporting the Employee Engagement Committee in the creation of multiple workplace-wellness initiatives, resulting in KRA receiving Cigna Healthcare’s 2024 Silver Healthy Workforce Designation.

Kalandria holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Human Resource Management from the University of North Alabama in Florence. She is a SHRM-Certified Professional (SHRM-CP), a Certified Workforce Development Professional (CWDP) through NAWDP, and has earned a Mental Health First Aid Certificate from the National Council for Mental Wellbeing. Additionally, she is a member of the National Society of Leadership and Success; and an active member and past President of the West Alabama chapter of SHRM.