Featured HR Policy Development Experts

I'm an innovative, curious, and passionate People Ops leader trying to connect employers and their people. Super powers include focused, engaging and effective communications, grace under pressure, and maintaining attention to detail while scoping big picture results. I focus on clarity, inclusion, accountability, respect, and trust - which means I operate with those values at the core of what I do and how I treat others. I lean into tough conversations with leaders at all levels, and help advocate for employees while prioritizing the interests of the organization.

Creative, collaborative practitioner with 15+ years experience in organizational change, talent management, culture change, employee engagement, and leadership development. I apply my unique experience as a business leader and expertise in organization development to diagnose organizational issues and opportunities, to develop strategies and plans, and to measure the success factors that lead to organizational effectiveness. Specialties: Organization design Talent management and development Leadership development Employee engagement and retention Executive coaching Group facilitation Teambuilding Change management MBTI certified Adult learning

Passionate about transforming complex HR and payroll systems into strategic business drivers. With a background spanning global consulting, public speaking, and project leadership, I bring an analytical mind, creative energy, and relentless drive to every initiative. Whether leading HRIS implementations, launching AI-powered solutions, or planning purpose-driven events, I thrive in fast-paced, high-impact environments. Lifelong do-gooder, committed to using tech and teamwork to build better businesses—and better lives.

Strategic HR Leader | Driving Culture Transformation | Data-Driven Talent Strategies for Future-Ready Organizations | HR Podcast Host & Conference Speaker 🚀

An experienced change maker, I prioritize the disruption of harmful systems, creating and facilitating brave spaces and opportunities for individuals to explore their intersectional identities, and empowering every individual to bring their whole self to work. Utilizing a holistic approach, I excel at collaborating with key players to craft strategic vision and operationalizing strong action steps to elevate workplace culture to a healthy culture of belonging. With an extensive background in Human Resources, operations, and programming within the non-profit, education, and tech sectors, I keep a focused eye on the long-term mission and ensure I infuse humor in everything I do along the way. I'm also not afraid to openly share my love for Brooklyn and donuts! Experienced in DEI, relationship management, conflict mediation and management, coaching, Human Resources, compliance, financial and budget management, administration, and auditing.

I am an experienced, hands-on Human Resources professional dedicated to connecting humans to the organization's mission, vision, and values while still having fun.

Accomplished Human Resources Executive proactive in meeting company issues head-on with creative and innovative approach. Knowledgeable about changing industry and employment market demands. Expertise includes in performance management and employee engagement.

Vention is the premier global leader in software engineering, synonymous with technology designed for scale and the common denominator behind the world’s most successful tech-empowered enterprises, industry innovators, and startups. Headquartered in New York with 20+ offices, Vention provides access to 3,000+ engineers worldwide and equips technology leaders with the top engineering talent from the world’s most respected tech hubs. Our teams sync with clients’ in-house engineers to advise and execute their product vision to accelerate their roadmap, innovate faster and more efficiently, and ultimately scale their operations to new heights.

Interdisciplinary Global Marketing and Human Resource Development (HRD) executive with over 20 years of experience scaling brand ecosystems across enterprise, high-growth, and startup environments – from Fortune 1 (Walmart) to VC- and PE-backed ventures. Adept at developing emotionally resonant, data-driven brand strategies that drive top-line growth, market share and long-term equity. Proven expertise leading cross-functional and regional teams, launching go-to-market strategies across EMEA, APAC, and the Americas, and overseeing portfolios with budgets up to $100MM. Known for transforming complex market insights into differentiated brand positioning, unifying internal culture with external messaging and operationalizing high-performing marketing infrastructures. Fluent in growth strategy, creative storytelling, product innovation alignment and maximizing ROI through global-local execution.

At Ashford Communities, my focus as the Global VP of HR & People is to cultivate a forward-thinking environment where our team implements cutting-edge HR strategies. These strategies are aimed at nurturing talent, enhancing employee engagement, and leveraging technology for smarter decision-making. With an MBA from Texas A&M University, my leadership is grounded in solid educational foundations and enriched by my dedication to people and business success. The organization has benefited from my expertise in organizational design, where comprehensive employee benefits and training programs have been key to our success. Our HR initiatives are tailored to not only attract top talent but also to ensure their growth and retention, contributing to Ashford Communities' reputation as a people-first organization. Collaborating with the Hacking HR forum has further refined my approach to integrating technology and HR, keeping us at the forefront of the Future of Work.

I’m an organizational psychology specialist with expertise in Strategic HR…

I received my doctorate in Industrial-Organizational Psychology from Rice University. I now lead Learning and Innovation at Deutser, an organization of consultants and creatives designing positive change for organizations through data-based, innovative, human approaches. My research focuses on belonging, inclusive leadership, team and individual performance, and well-being in organizations. I have co-authored 16 peer-reviewed publications, presented my research at major conferences including the Society for Industrial Organizational Psychology and Academy of Management annual meetings, and earned a 3.9 cumulative GPA at Rice. I received the Lodieska Vaughn fellowship at Rice and the Doerr Institute's Innovation Award, as well as the National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship honorable mention for my research in the areas of fostering workforce diversity, encouraging well-being and belonging, and strategies to facilitate inclusive leadership at work. I am a leadership coach, certified via the Doerr Institute’s CoachRICE program and have coached hundreds of leaders across industries including professional sports, energy, aviation, military, financial services, healthcare, tech, and academia, helping them live, work, and lead better. I have worked with NASA as a Selection Specialist for several years, supporting the Behavioral Performance group in astronaut selection and research related to developing high performance teams.I am skilled at advanced data visualization and analysis in R and proficient in Python, Excel, and SQL for data management, visualization, and analysis.

An HR Executive with a knack for shaking things up and empowering talent. With a…

Strategic Human Resources Leader with demonstrated success leading organizational development and human resources strategies toward improving business performance. Expertise lies in strategic planning, change management, performance management, talent acquisition and learning & development. Proven ability to collaborate with senior management and create a human capital culture emphasizing goal attainment, and superior workforce optimization. Strong HR leadership during restructuring and acquisitions. Exceptional communicator, negotiator, and problem solver.

I’m Tawny Rodriguez, an award-winning HR leader with 13 years of experience in building and optimizing HR departments. As the Head of HR at Rowland Hall, Utah's top independent K-12 school, I work closely with leadership to implement strategies that align with goals and drive measurable results. My expertise spans talent acquisition to compliance, and I’m passionate about creating environments where people thrive and businesses succeed. I’ve been featured in top outlets like SHRM, U.S. News & World Report, HR.com, and Indeed, sharing insights on leadership, work-life balance, and the future of HR. Whether navigating complex HR challenges or discussing trends, I’m ready to provide valuable insights that help drive change and spark meaningful conversations.

With over 35 years of experience in the learning and development industry, I lead HRDQ, a publisher of soft-skill learning solutions that improve the performance of organizations, teams, and individuals. I also oversee HRDQ-U, a platform that hosts webinars, seminars, and other virtual events for learning professionals and their learners. I aim to provide research-based and experiential resources and services for virtual and classroom instructor-led training, covering human resource topics such as leadership, teams, communication, and change. I collaborate with consultants and learning professionals worldwide and leverage my marketing communications, social networking, and workshop facilitation skills to promote and deliver our products and programs. I invite you to connect with me on LinkedIn, Twitter, or Facebook, and visit www.HRDQstore.com and www.HRDQU.com to learn more.

I have broad experience in service and product software companies, focusing on hiring for various levels, from junior to executive, including roles like Head of Product and Head of Engineering. Skilled in conducting technical interviews and providing recruiter training. Proficient in HR tasks: onboarding, probation reviews, exit interviews, and one-on-one meetings. Basic marketing skills: Google Analytics, SEO, PPC, SMM, WIX.

I'm Jeremy Ames, a seasoned leader with a track record of driving success in the Human Resources and workplace technology space. With decades of global experience, I've founded and led HR Technology companies, served as a strategic consultant, and delivered transformative projects for organizations worldwide. My Highlights: Founded, led, and successfully exited an HR Technology services company. Established a vast network within the HR Technology ecosystem. Passionately led organizations, programs, and teams to excellence. Closed tens of millions of dollars in sales through strategic initiatives. Led and executed system selection, implementation, and optimization projects. Built strong relationships and influence across all levels of organizations. Lastly, I incorporate strong morality into the workplace through diversity, equity and inclusion. In my spare time, I enjoy sports like golf, baseball and basketball, coaching my kids and following and writing about music. I once wrote a novel about Spain and love to travel to some of my favorite US and global destinations.