Principals of Cornerstone HR Consulting

Dr. David C. Miles, SPHR, CMF.
Chairman

Prior to becoming Chairman of The Miles LeHane Group, Inc., in 1992, David completed a twenty-five year career with Marriott Corporation (Saga). This experience afforded him the opportunity to hold key positions with increasing responsibilities in operational management, human resources, financial and administration, training and development, and sales and marketing moving him into a variety of corporate top-level positions.

He was responsible for many different areas including twelve years of account operations and supervision in Saga’s East Coast operations. After relocating to Saga’s Corporate Headquarters in California, David assumed the directing of human resources & training and development for the entire Contract Services Group. He also held the position of Director of Financial Planning and Analysis and was directly involved with mergers and acquisitions as well as strategic analysis and planning.

After the acquisition of Saga in 1986 by Marriott Corporation, he became the Vice President of Client Relations in the Sales and Marketing Group and later, Director of Human Resource Development and Training for North America, in the largest of Marriott’s divisions, in which he handled all activities for a workforce of 130,000 people.

David received his Bachelor of Science degree in Hospitality Management from the Pennsylvania State University and his Masters in Business Administration from the University of Phoenix. In August of 2002, David successfully defended his doctoral dissertation, the last requirement for the EdD degree in Human Resource Development at the George Washington University in Washington, DC.

With his commitment to life long learning, David has also completed numerous developmental and organizational programs. He has served as an Alumni Board Member of the Pennsylvania State University; President of the Penn State Hotel and Restaurant Society; Advisory Committee Member of the Penn State Center for Professional Development; President of the Pi Sigma Elder Chapter of Zeta Psi; prior Member of San Jose State University Advisory Board and George Washington University Advisory Board; and has been listed in the Marquis Who's Who in the West; Who's Who in Finance, and Who's Who in Global Business Leaders.

He is also a member of the American Society for Training & Development (ASTD), and a member and past founding chapter President of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM). He is a member of the Association of Career Management Consulting Firms International (AOCFI) and the International Association of Career Management Professionals (IACMP). In addition, David is a Charter Fellow of the International Board for Career Management Certification (IBCMC), which certifies competencies worldwide. Locally he has served as a board member for the Loudoun County Chamber of Commerce and is an active supporter of community charitable organizations . Beginning in the Fall of 2003, David began a term as a Commissioner on the Loudoun County Virginia Economic Development Commission, and also sits on the Northern Virginia Workforce Investment Board (NVWIB).

Melanie's role as Vice President and COO sees her wearing many different hats. First and foremost, she manages the business on a day-to-day basis, keeping the office staff focused on priority client issues. She coordinates the Outplacement Services portion of the business, submitting proposals, coordinating schedules with incoming participants and the cadre of consultants, and ensures a smooth and hospitable experience for all participants moving through the rigors of a career transition. Falling back on her initial career activities as dietitian, chef and baker, Melanie also prepares meals for the many working lunches at the Glenfiddich House.

Prior to the purchase of the business with husband David in 1992, Melanie had completed a five-year career with USAA Insurance in Reston, Virginia. During this period, she received numerous promotions and completed many internal developmental programs, creating for herself an impressive track record. She also received her National AIC (Associate in Claims) certification while with USAA Insurance.

A key function performed was dealing with insureds, many senior military personnel, both active duty and retired, who suffered significant losses. In addition to working with property and casualty losses, she participated in multiple on-site disaster relief teams, such as those formed after Hurricane Andrew. These assignments required assisting those who not only suffered major property losses, but also who experienced high levels of personal stress from mass destruction and personal losses.

Melanie also brings a background of successful entrepreneurial skills as owner, operator and manager of three wholesale/retail bakeries in Northern California. She and David relocated to Great Falls, Virginia from California, necessitated by the corporate merger of the Saga and Marriott Corporations in 1987.

She has held numerous hospitality industry management positions in her career as Dietitian and operations manager in the health care industry with the Delaware State Health Care Services as well as with the ARA and Saga Corporations.

Melanie graduated from Immaculata College, Immaculata, PA, with a BS in Dietetics, earning the College Award for the highest department average at the school. She is a member of the Kappa Omicron Nu honor society. In addition, she has served on numerous committees and was a member of the Alumni Board.

Her many local and civic interests include: Charter Member or Leesburg Business Community & Associates, Friends of Loudoun Museum, member of Great Falls Friends, PTA member and a former Vice President of Community Co-Op School. In addition, she is a current member of the Society for Human Resource Management, and a founding sponsor of the Greater Leesburg and Loudoun Chapter. She is also a current member of both the Fairfax County and Loudoun County Chambers of Commerce.