Angelek Marler
Austin,TX
Summary
HR professional with a comprehensive background in people operations, organizational culture, and HR service delivery. Proven experience in leveraging data-driven strategies to enhance employee experience and organizational performance. Adept at navigating HR systems in fast-paced technology environments, supporting both start-ups and large-scale organizational transformations.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Consultant - HR Strategy & Technology
Iyou Ventures
01.2019 - Current
- Provide stacked and a la carte HR services for a 10+ client portfolio.
- Develop and execute programs ranging from organizational assessment and design, talent acquisition programming and strategy, and employee experience research and development.
- Clients industries from entertainment, media, food and beverage, hospitality, technology (hardware and software), and grassroots non-profits.
- Optimize job description language and posting strategies to attract diverse candidate pools during recruitment campaigns.
Director of People & Culture
KERV Interactive
02.2022 - 04.2024
- Developed and implemented HR strategies supporting 136% YoY staff growth in an AI-driven tech environment
- Led HRBP service delivery, enabling employee growth through bespoke L&D programs, 1:1 coaching, and strategic workshops
- Achieved full federal and state compliance during rapid headcount expansion, establishing HR processes aligned with the company’s scaling needs
- Redesigned company-wide benefits programs (medical, dental, vision, 401K) by synthesizing employee feedback, ensuring executive alignment.
Internal Communications Manager
Realtor.com
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Developed and executed an employer brand strategy during the integration of a newly acquired startup, improving internal engagement for 400+ staff
- Collaborated with HR to design a company-wide Employer Value Proposition (EVP), incorporating employee experience improvements.
People Operations Manager
Adia
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Built and lead the HR and TA function for US office, supporting a dispersed domestic employee base and two near-shore product development and engineering units.
- Managed the transition of Customer Experience team (50+ FTE) to non-exempt status, achieved full federal and state tax and labor compliance.
- Implemented and maintained HR technology/platforms and best practices which contributed to the 50% reduction in (US offices, FTE) time-to-hire and attrition.
Human Resources Generalist
Ownlocal
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Managed the full HR operations lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and L&D for all departments
- Reduced employee turnover by 30% through data-driven strategies and employee engagement initiatives
- Oversaw large-scale office relocations and managed facilities operations, including event management for high-profile company events (SXSW, Ruby on Rails).
Education
Post-Graduate Certificate - People Analytics
Wharton School of Management
Philadelphia, PA02.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
The University of Texas At Austin
Austin, TX05.2014
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
The University of Texas At Austin
Austin, TX05.2014
Skills
- HRBP Service Delivery: Coaching, talent development, employee relations, and strategic planning for development, sales, and product units
- HR Technology: Expertise in HRIS, ATS, and employee engagement platforms
- Change Management: Proven ability to manage large-scale organizational transitions and culture shifts
- People Analytics: Passionate about leveraging data to improve workforce planning, recruitment, onboarding and engagement, and optimal people performance
- Instructional Design and Delivery: Proficient (and certified) in the entire L&D program lifecycle from performance gap analysis to module design
- Program Management: Certified in project management and program management that supports the company's top-level portfolio strategy and vision
Certification
- SHRM-Senior Certified Professional, Current
- Professional Scrum Master I (PSM1), Current
- Professional Project Manager (PMI1), Current
Community Service
Austin Pets Alive!, Community Volunteer, 2012 - Present
Edgewood Lions Club, Scholar turned Member 2010 - Present
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Director of People & Culture
KERV Interactive
02.2022 - 04.2024
Consultant - HR Strategy & Technology
Iyou Ventures
01.2019 - Current
Internal Communications Manager
Realtor.com
01.2019 - 01.2021
People Operations Manager
Adia
01.2018 - 01.2019
Human Resources Generalist
Ownlocal
01.2016 - 01.2018
Post-Graduate Certificate - People Analytics
Wharton School of Management
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
The University of Texas At Austin
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
The University of Texas At Austin