Who We Are
Where strategy meets humanity and where leaders find clarity, confidence, and a partner they can trust.
At SDA People Partners, we help organizations design and implement people strategies that strengthen culture, build aligned structures, and grow capable leaders. Our work blends 40+ years of global HR leadership with a grounded, human-centered approach that guides organizations through growth, complexity, and change.
As a Fractional CHRO and strategic advisor, we partner with leaders to bring consistency, integrity, and clarity to the moments that matter most—from restructuring and organizational design to leadership development and culture transformation.
We believe organizations thrive when leadership is clear, people feel supported, and communication is grounded in trust and accountability.
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Why Work With Us
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40+ years of global HR leadership experience
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ICF-Credentialed Executive Coach
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“Executive Whisperer” coaching style
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Zero litigation track record
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Full-spectrum HR expertise—from CHRO to outsourcing
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A rare blend of deep business acumen and genuine compassion
Our Services
Executive Coaching
Leadership development rooted in clarity, courage, and human connection.
Fractional CHRO Services
Strategic HR leadership without the cost of a full-time executive.
Leadership Development Programs
Customized workshops and programs that strengthen capability across teams.
HR Advisory & Consulting
Practical, actionable guidance through organizational complexity.
HR Operations & Compliance
Streamlined, compliant systems that support employees and reduce risk.
How We Work
We don’t hand you a plan and walk away. We partner. We guide. We stay close as you build capability.
Client Impact
Dr. Telisha Roberts
Chief Strategist, Creative Intentions
“SDA delivered thoughtful, customized training that was immediately applicable for the small business owners we serve. Their depth of HR knowledge, care, and commitment to excellence truly set them apart.”
JB Broadous
Operations and Supply Chain Executive
“Without hesitation, I can say Hyacinth stands apart as the very best at connecting with team members at every level of the organization. Her leadership is not only effective but transformative, leaving a lasting impact on both people and performance.”
Moir Donelson
Chief Executive Officer
“Hyacinth is an exceptional leader with extraordinary depth. She is a trusted business partner who brings the rare balance of people strategy, organizational insight, and regulatory expertise. Her impact on culture is both immediate and substantive—building trust from the production floor to the executive level. Any organization is better for having her in the room. I am a huge fan.”
