Leesburg, Virginia, United States
I've spent 8+ years turning teams into competitive advantages ā and people into the engine behind business results. As an HR Business Partner at Digital Harbor Bolivia, a leading tech company, I sit at the intersection of people strategy and business execution. My job isn't just HR ā it's making sure the right talent, culture, and systems are in place for the organization to scale. š Key achievements: ā Increased employee retention by 35% through strategic people programs ā Reduced time-to-hire by 50% by redesigning the recruitment process end-to-end ā Led a successful company-wide cultural transformation initiative ā Built and scaled talent acquisition processes for a fast-growing tech environment I hold an MBA from Escuela Europea de Negocios (Madrid, Spain) and a degree in Organizational Psychology ā a combination that allows me to approach HR challenges with both strategic depth and human insight. Beyond my corporate role, I teach Organizational Psychology at two universities, preparing the next generation of HR leaders for the realities of today's corporate world. With 16K+ followers and an active voice in the HR community, I believe that sharing knowledge is part of building better workplaces. Are you building a team or transforming a culture? Let's connect. š
As HR Business Partner leading People Care & Talent Recruitment, I align people strategy with business goals in a fast-paced tech company. I lead the end-to-end talent recruitment function while strengthening the employee experience and well-being agenda across the organization. Key achievements: ā Lead the end-to-end talent recruitment strategy, building and scaling tech talent pipelines across Bolivia and LATAM ā Drive People Care initiatives that strengthen employee well-being, engagement and retention ā Partner with leadership to align hiring plans and people strategies with business growth ā Mentor and lead the recruitment team, standardizing structured and data-driven hiring processes ā Champion organizational culture, employer branding and employee experience in a remote-first environment Core areas: Talent Recruitment Ā· People Care Ā· HR Strategy Ā· Employee Experience Ā· Employer Branding Ā· Team Leadership Ā· Performance Management Ā· HR Analytics
Strategic HR partner bridging people and business in a fast-paced tech company. I work directly with leadership and cross-functional teams to design and execute people strategies that drive performance, culture, and organizational growth. Key achievements: ā Increased employee retention by 35% through data-driven engagement and career development programs ā Reduced time-to-hire by 50% by redesigning the end-to-end recruitment process and implementing structured interviewing ā Led a company-wide cultural transformation initiative, improving organizational climate scores ā Built talent pipelines for tech roles across Bolivia and LATAM in a remote-first environment ā Designed and implemented HR metrics dashboards to align people data with business goals Core areas: HR Strategy Ā· Talent Acquisition Ā· Organizational Culture Ā· Performance Management Ā· Employee Experience Ā· Employer Branding Ā· Change Management Ā· HR Analytics
End-to-end ownership of talent acquisition and employee care strategies for a growing tech company. Served as the primary recruiter and people partner for tech and non-tech roles across Bolivia and LATAM. Key achievements: ā Hired 100+ professionals in tech and business roles over 2+ years ā Designed structured interview frameworks that improved hiring quality and reduced mis-hires ā Implemented an employee well-being program focused on work-life balance and mental health ā Supported onboarding programs that increased 90-day retention rates ā Partnered with leadership to build a candidate experience that boosted offer acceptance rates Core areas: Full-Cycle Recruiting Ā· Headhunting Ā· Employer Branding Ā· Onboarding Ā· Employee Well-being Ā· HR Operations
Teaching Behaviorism and Experimental Analysis of Behavior to undergraduate psychology students at Universidad Franz Tamayo. This course develops students' understanding of behavioral principles and their practical application in organizational and clinical contexts. Key contributions: ā Designed engaging course materials connecting behavioral theory to real-world HR and organizational scenarios ā Applied active learning methodologies to increase student comprehension and engagement ā Bridged academic theory with professional practice, drawing from 8+ years of organizational psychology experience
Teaching Foundations of Work Psychology to psychology students at Universidad Franz Tamayo. This course introduces core concepts of industrial-organizational psychology and its application in modern work environments. Key contributions: ā Provided students with a foundational framework for understanding psychological dynamics in the workplace ā Covered key topics including motivation, job satisfaction, work stress, occupational health, and person-environment fit ā Connected academic content with current trends in HR and people management, drawing from 8+ years of professional experience Core topics: Work Psychology Ā· Occupational Health Ā· Motivation Ā· Job Satisfaction Ā· HR Foundations Ā· Person-Environment Fit
Teaching Human Talent Management to future HR professionals at Universidad Adventista de Bolivia. Course content covers strategic workforce planning, talent development, performance management, and HR best practices. Key contributions: ā Designed curriculum integrating real-world HR case studies from Bolivia's corporate sector ā Mentored students on competency-based selection, talent retention, and organizational development ā Delivered lectures grounded in 8+ years of hands-on HR experience across tech and professional services Core topics: Talent Strategy Ā· Performance Management Ā· Organizational Development Ā· HR Analytics Ā· Leadership Development
Taught Organizational Behavior to psychology students at Universidad Adventista de Bolivia, covering key theories of individual and group behavior in organizational settings. Key contributions: ā Translated complex organizational theories into practical frameworks applicable to real corporate environments ā Facilitated discussions on leadership styles, motivation, and team dynamics using real-world case studies ā Connected academic content with Bolivia's evolving organizational landscape, drawing from professional HR experience Core topics: Organizational Behavior Ā· Leadership Ā· Group Dynamics Ā· Motivation Theory Ā· Change Management
Teaching Psycho-Organizational Intervention to advanced psychology students at Universidad Adventista de Bolivia. This course focuses on the tools, methodologies, and frameworks used to diagnose and intervene in organizational systems. Key contributions: ā Provided students with practical intervention tools applicable to HR, consulting, and organizational development ā Taught diagnostic methodologies including organizational climate surveys, SWOT analysis for HR, and performance assessments ā Linked coursework to real intervention cases from Bolivia's private sector, drawing from active professional experience Core topics: Organizational Diagnosis Ā· HR Intervention Ā· Organizational Development Ā· Research Methods Ā· Change Strategy
Taught Psycho-Organizational Intervention as part of the Organizational Psychology curriculum at Universidad Adventista de Bolivia (Apprenticeship format, Feb 2021 ā Aug 2022). Key contributions: ā Guided students through organizational intervention models applicable to HR consulting and people management ā Combined theoretical frameworks with practical examples drawn from active professional experience in the tech and services sector ā Supported students in developing applied research competencies for organizational diagnosis and improvement Core topics: Psycho-Organizational Intervention Ā· Organizational Consulting Ā· HR Problem-Solving Ā· Applied Research Ā· Organizational Development
6-year freelance HR consulting practice delivering strategic human capital solutions to organizations across Bolivia. Supported companies in building people processes from the ground up, spanning talent acquisition, organizational culture, and employer branding. Key contributions: ā Advised organizations on talent strategy, selection processes, and workforce planning ā Designed and implemented employer branding strategies to attract top candidates in competitive markets ā Conducted organizational diagnostics and recommended HR interventions to improve culture and performance ā Supported clients across multiple industries including services, education, and corporate sectors ā Built long-term relationships with client organizations, providing ongoing HR advisory and project-based consulting Core areas: HR Consulting Ā· Talent Acquisition Ā· Employer Branding Ā· Organizational Diagnosis Ā· Workforce Planning Ā· People Strategy