Greater San Luis Obispo Area
A HR Business Partner with a focus on tech startups, known for building and scaling people functions from the ground up. I take a tailored, hands-on approach wearing many hats to align HR strategy with business goals. From talent acquisition and performance management to culture and compliance, I help create agile, people-first environments where teams can grow and thrive.
As HR Business Partner, I lead strategic HR initiatives that align with business objectives, with a focus on partnering with leadership to drive organizational growth and team performance. I serve as a trusted advisor to executives and managers, helping to shape people strategies, scale operations, and build an inclusive, high-performing culture. Partner with leadership to align HR strategy with business goals and support organizational effectiveness Lead performance management initiatives and employee development programs to foster growth and accountability Provide guidance on org design, workforce planning, and change management Deliver tailored training programs to support leadership development and team capability Leverage HR data and insights to support decision-making and continuous improvement Support a culture of feedback, collaboration, and high engagement across the organization
In this role, I built the company’s HR function from the ground up, creating the foundational programs, policies, and processes that enabled the company to scale. I owned both strategic planning and day-to-day execution across all HR areas. Developed and implemented core HR policies, including employee handbooks, job descriptions, and internal processes Managed full-cycle recruiting, onboarding, and offboarding Administered payroll, benefits, and compliance with employment laws Introduced the company’s first performance review and feedback processes Maintained HR systems and data reporting to support leadership visibility Played a key role in shaping a consistent, values-aligned employee experience
As Talent Acquisition Manager, I led end-to-end recruitment efforts across seven distinct business entities under one parent organization. I was responsible for developing and executing hiring strategies that met diverse talent needs, from high-volume roles to specialized and senior-level positions. Managed full-cycle recruitment for all roles, including leadership and management positions, across multiple industries and business functions Built strong partnerships with hiring managers to understand workforce needs and deliver tailored talent strategies Streamlined and standardized recruitment processes to improve efficiency and candidate experience across all entities Oversaw job postings, candidate sourcing, screening, interviewing, offer management, and onboarding coordination Leveraged data and market insights to guide sourcing strategies and ensure alignment with business goals Promoted employer branding efforts to attract top talent across competitive markets Served as a trusted advisor to HR teams and department heads on workforce planning and hiring best practices
Managed benefits administration, processed unemployment claims, and organized monthly employee recognition programs. Maintained employee records within an HRIS system and handled onboarding/off-boarding processes.Conducted full cycle recruitment using ATS and managed a new hire pipeline.