Coast Professional, Inc. Announces Promotion of Michele Malczewski to Chief Human Resources Officer

GENESEO, N.Y. -- Coast Professional, Inc. (Coast) is pleased to announce the promotion of Ms. Michele Malczewski to Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO). This promotion recognizes Ms. Malczewski’s successful six year career at Coast, as well as her value as a leader to the organization. Ms. Malczewski receives this promotion from her previous position of Vice President of Human Resources.

As Chief Human Resources Officer, Michele is responsible for the management of the company’s Human Resource Department, benefits, recruiting, and compensation. Michele leads a team of eight human resource professionals who provide support to more than 475 employees. Through their combined efforts, the Human Resources department has provided necessary support of the company’s significant growth periods, furthered the company’s human resource initiatives, and fostered stronger employee relations.

Ms. Malczewski joined Coast in 2012 and has advanced her career from Director of Human Resources to her current role of CHRO. Michele is responsible the HR functions for multiple government contracts and over 200 college and university clients. In the past year, Michele has been instrumental in the onboarding a new government client, has established a recruiting department, managed the hiring of more than 110 new staff members and the interview process of more than 5,100 applicants, and finished the transition of a new payroll processor/employee database.

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“Michele is the type of leader that will never ask an employee to do something she wouldn’t do herself,” stated Everett Stagg, President and Co-Chairman of the Shareholders Board at Coast. “She is deliberate, composed, diligent, and objective in her approach of employee relations and company strategy. She has been instrumental in maintaining our company’s compliance with ever-changing Federal, state, and local laws and regulations while fostering a culture that promotes employee wellness, compliance, and accelerated growth. Congratulations on this incredible accomplishment.”

Brian Davis, CEO and Co-Chairman of the Shareholders Board commented, “Michele’s promotion to CHRO exemplifies her commitment to our core mission, vision, and values. Her leadership continues to be the foundation of our company’s Human Resources team and a cornerstone to our shared mission and commitment to our employees. Michele is a vital member of our executive team, and I’m very proud to congratulate her on this exceptional achievement.”

About Coast Professional, Inc.

Coast Professional, Inc. is an accounts receivable management company, dedicated to the respectful and ethical collection of higher education and government debt. Coast provides professional collection services to over 200 campus based colleges, universities, and government clients. Coast is a five time honoree on the Inc. 5000 list for American’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies provided by Inc. Magazine and in 2016, was recognized for the third consecutive year as one of the “Best Places to Work In Collections” by insideARM.com and Best Companies Group. Since 1976, Coast has worked closely with clients to increase recoveries by assisting consumers in resolving their financial obligations. Coast’s success is exemplified by exceptional recoveries, superior service, and dedication to the highest levels of compliance. More information about Coast can be found at www.coastprofessional.com.