Experience

Marco Polo

• United States
• Technology, Information and Internet
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Head of People Ops

  • Aug 2021 - Present



Simple Finance

• United States
• Technology, Information and Internet
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Vice President of People

  • Oct 2015 - Jul 2021

  VP of People - April 2018-Present Senior Director of People - August 2017-April 2018 Director of Performance and Development - January 2017-August 2017 Manager of Talent Management - March 2016-January 2017 •Developed, directed and oversaw the People strategy, philosophies, systems, tools and best practices that supported Simple’s business drivers and both short-term and long-term goals. •Provided strategic leadership to direct reports on Talent Acquisition, Benefits… Show more VP of People - April 2018-Present Senior Director of People - August 2017-April 2018 Director of Performance and Development - January 2017-August 2017 Manager of Talent Management - March 2016-January 2017 •Developed, directed and oversaw the People strategy, philosophies, systems, tools and best practices that supported Simple’s business drivers and both short-term and long-term goals. •Provided strategic leadership to direct reports on Talent Acquisition, Benefits, Compensation, Workplace Experience, Internal Communications, DEI, HRIS/data management, and Organizational Development to ensure roadmaps are aligned to Simple’s business objectives. •Partnered with the CEO and CEO’s staff on team and individual performance & development, staffing, compensation and other initiatives that are essential to the development and retention of high performing teams. •Provided change management support through consulting on change processes, championing change, and partnering with leaders and employees to maneuver through change and build resiliency capabilities. •Actively participated in Simple’s Board of Directors, providing updates and obtaining approval on People-related strategic initiatives related to culture, employee engagement, executive compensation, benefits programs and succession planning. •Big wins included being named one of the Oregonian’s Top Workplaces in 2020, revamping both performance and compensation programs, saving the organization over $1 million in facilities costs, leading a company-wide reorganization to create higher performing teams, and creating a top tier People Team. Show less



Getty Images

• United States
• Photography
• 700 & Above Employee

• HR Manager

  • Oct 2014 - Aug 2015

  •Partnered with business units to recommend innovative changes and approaches to drive employee engagement. Big wins include a renewed focus on total rewards and an updated onboarding program. •Provided consultation and support to Finance, Marketing, Technology, Product, and Creative in terms of staffing, organizational development, training, information systems, recognition and rewards, and employee relations. •Collaborated with HR staff in Europe, Australia and Canada to support… Show more •Partnered with business units to recommend innovative changes and approaches to drive employee engagement. Big wins include a renewed focus on total rewards and an updated onboarding program. •Provided consultation and support to Finance, Marketing, Technology, Product, and Creative in terms of staffing, organizational development, training, information systems, recognition and rewards, and employee relations. •Collaborated with HR staff in Europe, Australia and Canada to support remotely-located employees. •Managed immigration for all U.S. offices including Seattle, New York, Chicago, Los Angeles, and Madison. •Lead learning and development programs for the Seattle Office. Hosted trainings on performance conversations, managing remote employees, and a Strengths Finder’s based program to build effective and engaged teams. •Created and drove a “Best Places to Work” program for Getty Images, Seattle. Show less



Geocaching HQ

• United States
• Computer Games
• 1 - 100 Employee

• HR Manager

  • May 2011 - Oct 2014

  • Innovated and drove progressive HR practices that enhanced the organization’s development as the company grew from 50 to 80+ people-strong. • Inspired leaders through coaching, consulting, powerful conversations, and trainings. • Partnered with key stakeholders to build a progressive platform for performance evaluations that provided employees and managers with tools to increase clarity, align business objectives and professional development goals, and build strong… Show more • Innovated and drove progressive HR practices that enhanced the organization’s development as the company grew from 50 to 80+ people-strong. • Inspired leaders through coaching, consulting, powerful conversations, and trainings. • Partnered with key stakeholders to build a progressive platform for performance evaluations that provided employees and managers with tools to increase clarity, align business objectives and professional development goals, and build strong relationships. • Lead the company to 4 wins in national and local “Best Places to Work” contests. • Collaborated closely with the leadership team to manage employee lifecycles, from recruiting and onboarding to offboarding. • Built and implemented a successful and highly-regarded onboarding program. • Created a culture of progressive transparency through building new channels of communication and an innovative approach to leadership development. • Managed and administered the company-wide total rewards program. Show less



Moss Adams

• United States
• Accounting
• 700 & Above Employee

• HR Coordinator

  • Jul 2008 - Apr 2011

  • Managed onboarding process and new hire orientation for 6 business units within the firm • Assisted in implementation and streamlining of new HR processes, including the rollout of a new performance management process and system in spring 2009 • Maintained strong working relationships with client service professionals and partners by serving as a valuable resource for inquiries and issues • Administered monthly staffing reports including, but not limited to headcount, AWS, PTO and… Show more • Managed onboarding process and new hire orientation for 6 business units within the firm • Assisted in implementation and streamlining of new HR processes, including the rollout of a new performance management process and system in spring 2009 • Maintained strong working relationships with client service professionals and partners by serving as a valuable resource for inquiries and issues • Administered monthly staffing reports including, but not limited to headcount, AWS, PTO and OT reports • Provided support in performance management, promotion and compensation processes, including planning and timeline creation, document rollout, management of technology, and drafting of communications • Responsible for monthly HR quality control checklist to ensure compliance with firm policies • Exposure to business-side through assistance in Tax Compiling during 2009 Tax busy season Show less



Western Washington University, Office of Survey Research

• Research Supervisor

  • Apr 2007 - Jul 2008

  • Managed 6 employees in conducting comprehensive engagement surveys of Western Washington University students • Organized and implemented four focus groups to measure new student satisfaction • Promoted to research supervisor in September 2007