Team
CHRIS G. HYLTON, MA
President/CEO – HR, Benefit Consultant
Chris has been a Consultant in Alberta since 1981, and has extensive experience in the management of change processes as they impact human resource, employee benefits, and pensions. With both HR and Benefits, he has a unique perspective on how to make improvements in the workplace. He is also pleased to be a busy community volunteer.
With a small permanent staff and network of Associates, Hylton is pleased to consult on a variety of HR and benefit matters for organizations and unions. Assignments have included reviewing the HR and benefit practices at a municipal organization, and review of the compensation practices of large employers, and an employee satisfaction survey for a not for profit organization.
Whether the focus is fostering change or improving service, the results produced have achieved the desired goals. Chris has been particularly successful in modifying programs to make them more effective. Using tools such as focus groups and customer service surveys, changes have been positive and valued.
Chris has pioneered pilot programs designed to provide compensation and benefits programs to employees in a variety of industries.
Chris has a long record of community service and has served as trustee of the Bethany Care Society, and the Local Authorities Pension Board, which provides pension benefits to the majority of public sector employees in the province of Alberta. In addition he has been active with the following:
- Aboriginal Friendship Centre, Committee Member
- EASNA, EAPA, and CEAPA Board Member
- Calgary International Film Festival, Volunteer
- Microcredit program for Foundation for Women in Liberia
- Chris is a graduate of Queen’s and Laval Universities, with degrees in Political Science. He is a contributor to the Calgary Human Resource Association’s Perspective magazine, and has been a speaker and contributor to local and national print, and electronic media.
He appeared on CBC PrimeTime News as a panelist, discussing the funding arrangements of the Canada Pension Plan.
Lisa Peckham,
Controller/Administration-Consultant
Lisa brings a broad range of expertise to CG Hylton. Not only does Lisa have extensive bookkeeping and accounting, but is very adept at conducting HR reviews, revising benefit plans, and loves doing workshops! Lisa is quick to get to the heart of organizational issues, and provide innovative solutions.
She works closely with clients in the areas of benefits administration, salary surveys, and employee assistance plans to ensure your requests are looked after promptly. She is familiar with the keys to organizational success and has recently completed the working of the admin and payroll system for a variety of organizations.
Lisa is very good at interviewing members, and rapidly gains their trust. Lisa’s friendly, outgoing, and ready & willing style can help you meet the needs of your members and staff.
Adriane Whitney
Consultant/Policy Writing
Adriane Whitney is pleased to assist our clients with their freelance HR and Policy writing projects. She has great skill at developing and implementing clearly defined Human Resources policies and procedures. Her writing is designed to improve the efficacy of the organization and the people within.
Sol Castro
Compensation Consultant
Sol is professional, motivated, organized, energetic and results-driven. She has strong analytical and communication skills and is a certified facilitator. Along with her strong negotiation and people skills, she is very adept at conducting compensation and HR reviews. She is pleased to work with organizations to develop sound salary grids and organizational structures.
Rachel Cote
Human Resources Consultant
Rachel started her HR career over six years ago, and joined the CG Hylton team in January of 2022.
With extensive knowledge in the non-profit sector, Rachel has successfully managed both large groups of staff, and volunteer databases with more than 3000 volunteers. In addition to this, she has extensive experience with program management, program development and operating efficiencies. Lastly, she has over 10 years working in Indigenous communities garnering positive working relationships and opening channels of communication.
Over the years, Rachel has volunteered many hours withing the community. Since 2012, she has been a volunteer with the Canadian Animal Task Force. She has also been a foster home for the Alberta Animal Rescue Crew Society since 2010. Both of these organizations provided the opportunity for Rachel to participate in Animal Recovery in several natural disasters including 2013 floods in Siksika Nation, 2016 Fort McMurray Wild Fires and 2019 Wildfires in Wabasca and the M.D. of Opportunity.
Rachel received her Certificate in Human Resources Management in 2017, is currently working on her Diploma in HR and pursuing her CHPR credential.
Brooklyn Shill
Benefits Support
Brooklyn brings over a decade of employee benefits and management experience and is now focused on applying that knowledge at an operational and administrative level. Having assisted businesses in various industries, she is well positioned to readily identify and resolve inefficiencies and difficulties, and to enhance best practices to the benefit of our clients and our team.
Shannon Hartwell
EAP Coordinator
With a diverse background in benefits administration, member communications and human resources, Shannon oversees our Employee Assistance Program. Her commitment to quality and customer service is second to none, ensuring our clients receive the support they need and expect from CG Hylton.