Kim Sarles, MSHRD, SPHR

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Human Resources Director at Cambrian

Houston, Texas, United States

Overview

Kim Sarles is an HR People Partner at Anthony & Sylvan Pools with over 15 years of experience. She focuses on designing and implementing programs that support workforce growth and retention. Kim holds an M. S. in Human Resource Development and is a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR).

Kim is passionate about continuous learning and professional growth, demonstrated by her recent Masters degree and SPHR certification. She is interested in leadership principles and strategies for building stronger workplaces, following thought leaders like Harvard Business Review and Korn Ferry.

She is a proud third-generation graduate from the University of Houston.

Personality Overview

Quality Focused

Fast But Analytical

Hard To Convince

They have a unique set of diverse traits where they are decisive and methodical but can sometimes be extra cautious and skeptical  They are not very likely to become strong advocates of your product or service They focus on the results, but can still be quite procedural and analytical about how to get there

Topics They Care About

Human Resource Development
Recently earned a Master's degree in this specific field, indicating a deep and current interest in developing human capital and organizational talent.
Employee Engagement
Her professional headline emphasizes "Driving Engagement and Empowering People, " showing it's a core part of her HR philosophy and daily focus.
Strengths-Based Coaching
Holds a Gallup-Certified Strengths Coach certification, suggesting a focus on leveraging individual talents to improve team performance and personal growth.

Media Appearances

Kim has no verified media appearances

Work History

3-2026
Human Resources Director at Cambrian
6-2021 - 11-2025
HR People Partner at Anthony & Sylvan Pools
11-2015 - 1-2021
HR Manager at Jake's Finer Foods
2-2011 - 6-2015
HR Manager at Pentagon Freight Services
1-2008 - 10-2010
Office Manager at A-Beautiful Pools

Education

1-2024 - 5-2025
Master's degree from University of Houston
1999 - 2003
BS from Texas A&M University

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Exp : 21 Location : Houston, Texas, United States Job Level : Mid-senior Designation : Human Resources Director at Cambrian
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Insights For Selling To Kim

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Be prepared for comments or questions that are critical of your product or your claims
  • Showcase how you can impact results but also make sure that you share detailed information too
  • Help them see both - the ‘big picture’ impact and the ROI of the investment

DONT's

  • Don’t nudge them to do something by using the logic that others have done the same
  • Avoid self-deprecating references or general informality, it could decrease their trust in you
  • Don’t focus on relationship, focus purely on the merit of your product

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Kim is

  • ROI matters the most to them, followed by process and finally proof of results
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Kim

  • They might hesitate a little, but will go ahead and say no when necessary (or asked)

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Kim move?

  • They are unlikely to move very fast, especially when it comes to new products or services
  • Can Kim take some risk or not?

  • They have relatively low risk-appetite and are not very likely to go for something unproven and risky

You And Kim

Personality Compatibility


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