Elva Huang, PHR, SHRM-SCP

Experienced Biotech and Tech HR Business Partner; Extroverted Introvert; Connector of People & Ideas

United States

About

A creative, experienced and relationship-building HR professional with over 20 years of progressive HR experience, in global tech and biotech, my strengths and interests include employee relations, coaching and HR compliance. I have a passion for inspiring and connecting people and have strong experience as a thoughtful, strategic business partner, trusted advisor and effective communicator. I thrive in a collaborative and inclusive ecosystem and believe that joy, laughter, and a sense of purpose, can come from a meaningful career.

Experience

  • Illumina (Full-time · 5 yrs)
    • Director, HR Business Partner & Foster City HR Site Lead
      Jan 2023 - Present · 3 yrs 6 mos

    • Associate Director, HRBP & HR Site Lead
      Jul 2021 - Jan 2023 · 1 yr 7 mos

  • Rakuten Americas (Full-time · 3 yrs 8 mos)
    • Senior HR Business Partner
      Jul 2020 - Jul 2021 · 1 yr 1 mo

      Appointed Regional Officer of "Rakuten Cares"

    • HR Business Partner
      Dec 2017 - Jun 2020 · 2 yrs 7 mos

  • Director, Human Resources at vArmour
    May 2015 - Jun 2017 · 2 yrs 2 mos

    - Directed HR Operations and all aspects employee life cycle - Provided full-range of HR leadership and support for global organization - Implemented structure and programs to motivate and drive individual and team performance - Coached managers and leadership team on communications and tough conversations - Provided conflict management and mediation for HR-related issues - Developed and maintained HR policies, procedures and updates - Maintained a positive and respectful work environment - Managed implementation of HRIS and ATS systems - Managed and oversaw annual benefits renewals - Strong ability to gain trust and support for all levels of employees

  • Director, Human Resources at Bolt Threads
    Oct 2014 - May 2015 · 8 mos

    - Started HR/People Ops practice for the company; sole responsibility for all areas of HR. - Created performance management system to track progress and encourage constructive feedback - Developed recruitment and staffing processes and strategy from ground-up - Developed and enhanced benefits program - Set structure and policies around HR Operations and EHS. - Created on-boarding program - Hired Director of HR before departure

  • HR Business Partner at Counsyl
    Feb 2014 - Sep 2014 · 8 mos

    Employee Relations - Managed and resolved employee relations issues; investigations when necessary - Provided conflict management and mediation for discussions - Served as liaison between employees and management - Maintained a positive and respectful work environment Management Coaching - Advised management on people strategy and development - Identified training needs for specific departments and employee groups - Managed change within the organization as the company grew - Implemented new policies - Coached leadership on communication and messaging - Drove performance management at every level of the organization