Turner HR Services has been a valued asset for Whatcom County. Kara was instrumental in the recruitment and hiring of our Public Works Director, has been a respected trainer for our Certified Public Official program, and has volunteered on the County Elected Official Salary Commission. I find Kara to be fair, efficient, and knowledgeable.
Jack Louws, Whatcom County Executive
Kara has been an integral part of the success of Emergency Reporting by helping to build and sustain a great working environment through HR training as well as professional guidance through sensitive matters.
Pete Jongema, Former General Manager
Emergency Reporting
As hard as it was to accept that a tiny company like mine needs a 50+ page employee manual, it has earned its worth several times over. When in doubt, we go to the handbook and get a definitive answer and this happens a lot more than I would have ever thought. It takes all the pressure off of me, the owner, from having to make on the spot subjective policy decisions. Every business should have one!
Howard Furst, Owner
Infocare, Inc.
Throughout her tenure as WTA’s first Manager of Human Resources, Kara Turner brought to the position a rare combination of professional expertise, excellent problem solving skills, unparrelled dedication and a quality work product. She developed WTA’s personnel policies, employee benefit plans and represented the agency in numerous labor negotiations. She also oversaw a variety of employee development and training programs which elevated our ability to work together effectively and to better serve our customers. She left a positive imprint on this agency which still serves us well to this day.
Richard Walsh, Former General Manager
Whatcom Transportation Authority
Our association with Kara Turner has been nothing but positive and beneficial. Her expertise in the field of Human Resources is enhanced by her professionalism, common sense, and excellent social skills. She applies the strict legislation that governs HR with a wisdom that enables us to remain compliant without adversely affecting our efficiency and effectiveness. She is a delightful person.
Anita Tallman, Administrator
Christian Health Care Center