By: Monica Stevens

Innovative HR that aligns with modern workplace ideals might sound like a lofty goal, but for Kelly Tucker and her team at HR Star, it’s the daily mission that drives their success. When you sit down with Kelly, it becomes evident that she’s not your average HR consultant—she’s an impassioned pioneer ready to redefine how we think about human resources in our companies.

Let’s face it: historically, HR hasn’t always had the best reputation. Often seen as the grim reapers of the corporate world or simple paper pushers, Kelly’s vision for HR Star is far from this dated perspective. “HR isn’t just the department you bring in when you need to hire or fire,” Kelly said. This is the mantra that has put her Cheltenham-based company on the map since its inception in 2015.

Kelly, who spearheads HR Star as Managing Director, has transformed the company into a beacon of change in the HR industry. Recognizing early that companies crave more than the cut-and-dry HR services, she set out to forge a new path—one that goes hand in hand with the needs and ideals of the modern workplace.

What does that look like, you may wonder? Think of HR Star as the sidekick for founders grappling with the complexity of managing people. Kelly’s insight was simple yet impactful: why shoulder the entire burden alone when you can have a helping hand in the quest for excellence? By forming a collaborative partnership, founders can leverage their strengths, leaving the intricacies of people management to HR Star’s team of dedicated experts.

HR Star isn’t your classic HR consultancy; it’s a female-driven powerhouse that treasures the intimate’ family feel’ of running a small business. Their approach is nurturing yet dynamic, focusing on genuine engagement rather than mere compliance.

Over the past year, Kelly and her team haven’t taken their foot off the innovation pedal. “Employees today are looking for more than just a paycheck. They seek meaning, support, inclusivity, and wellness in their roles,” Kelly explains. Therefore, HR Star has been busy reshaping the workplace experience through the lenses of employee engagement, health and wellbeing, diversity and inclusion, and strategic recruitment. It’s a 360-degree revamp with the intent of creating harmonious workplaces where both the company and the employee thrive.

HR Star is as innovative online as they are in their practices—you can follow their presence on social media via @hrstar_chelt, or for a deeper dive into their philosophy and expertise, visit them on LinkedIn and Facebook.

In a world where the traditional confines of the workplace are continually breaking down and reshaping, HR Star stands as a testament to innovation and adaptability. Kelly and her team’s message is clear: it’s time to expect more from HR—to demand a service that cares as much about employee wellbeing as the bottom line, and to seek collaboration that fosters retention, loyalty, and drive within workforces.

So, as you think about the people who make your business what it is, consider if your HR practice is merely ticking boxes or if it’s actively contributing to a workplace that resonates with modern ideals. With leaders like Kelly paving the way, innovative HR isn’t just an unobtainable dream—it’s an actionable blueprint for sustainable success.

Published by: Holy Minoza