Alexis Prieto

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Bringing transformative HR expertise to early-stage tech-enabled startups, driving employee engagement and operational excellence to fuel growth and success.

• Developed and managed comprehensive HR strategies for clients that aligned with business objectives, resulting in an increase in employee engagement and a reduction in top talent turnover.
• Designed and implemented competitive compensation and benefits programs that attract and retain top talent.
• Managed employee relations and conflict resolution, maintaining a positive work environment and mitigating substantial legal risks.
• Partnered with cross-functional teams to enhance organizational design and development, optimizing team structures and workflows.
• Spearheaded the development of new performance management systems, leading to an improvement in employee performance and goal attainment.
• Created and executed full-cycle recruitment programs, including executive search and succession planning.

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Positioned Wayfinder as an employer of choice, attracting and retaining top talent through innovative and employee- centric HR practices.

• Led the transformation of the HR function from transactional to a strategic partner, enhancing HR's role in business decision-making.
• Implemented an employee recognition and rewards program, boosting morale and motivation.
• Utilized data-driven HR analytics, providing actionable insights that improved workforce planning and resource allocation.
• Developed a comprehensive compensation and benefits strategy, ensuring market competitiveness and equity.
• Launched a company-wide DEIB training program, fostering an inclusive culture and increasing employee awareness and engagement.
• Successfully navigated company-wide restructuring, including workforce planning and change management, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations.
• Minimized legal risks and created a fair, consistent workplace environment.

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Implemented innoavative HR systems and tools to optimize talent management and operational workflows for early- stage tech-enabled portfolio companies from Y-Combinator, Union Labs, and Omers Ventures.

• Defined and standardized people practices, including recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and employee relations for 8 startups and 2 VCs.
• Led the integration of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) initiatives, achieving an increase in employee engagement.
• Implemented advanced HRIS systems, streamlining HR processes and improving data accuracy and accessibility.
• Introduced flexible work policies and wellness programs, resulting in an increase in employee satisfaction and reduction in absenteeism.
• Acted as a trusted advisor to the executive team, providing insights and recommendations on all people-related matters.

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Spearheaded Sixt’s expansion into California, developing 5 branches across Los Angeles and San Francisco and empowering managers and direct reports to achieve profitability through human-centered systems thinking.

• Successfully recruited, onboarded and trained 50+ team members including Senior Managers, Sales Reps and Customer Service Associates.
• Led a team of over 20+ employees focusing on employee engagement, performance management, coaching, development, and operational efficiency.
• Received global recognition and was honored with the Entrepreneurial Excellence Award through human-centered leadership.
• Crafted the organizational budget and oversaw profit and loss management (PnL).