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Bárbara Firth

Washington,DC

Summary

As the Head of People & Diversity at Pipeline Tech M&A Power House, I lead the human resources strategy and operations for a fast-growing and innovative company that specializes in technology mergers and acquisitions. With over 10 years of experience in HR, I have a generalist vision focused on people development, project implementation, and organizational excellence. My core competencies include end-to-end recruitment, employment branding, diversity recruitment, sourcing strategy development, testing and selection, background processing, on-boarding and assimilation. I also manage the processes of technical and behavioral training, organizational climate assessment, leadership development, potential and effectiveness evaluation, and employee engagement. I am passionate about creating a culture of inclusion, collaboration, and performance, and empowering our talent to achieve their full potential. I´m detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. I hold a Human Resources Management Certificate from Cornell University, an MBA in Business Administration from Fundação Getulio Vargas, and multiple certifications in coaching and neurolinguistic programming. I am dual citizen (Brazil and Italy) and a US Greencard holder.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Head of People & Diversity

Pipeline Capital Tech
02.2021 - Current
  • Multi-lingual executive leading all HR initiatives for 40-person, multi-national organization - Provide performance and behavioral coaching for internal stakeholders at all levels, from intern to
  • CEO - Advise client companies on People and Organizational practices to improve organizational performance and accelerate preparedness for acquisition - Lead recruitment efforts across operations in Europe and Latin America, in English and Portuguese
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.

Human Resources Advisor

Ivy Room
01.2021 - 12.2021
  • Institutional relations with: clients, companies and partner organizations
  • Content development for social media
  • Creation of new courses to address the challenges faced by current and future organizational leaders.

Lead Talent Acquisition Specialist

Pirelli Tire
09.2018 - 12.2020
  • Led implementation of a recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) project to drive consistency and standardized candidate selection processes, norms, and policies across three factories that hire 450 blue and white-collar employees per year
  • Managed team responsible for insourced Internship Program, including employer branding campaign
  • Key metrics: 700 positions per year; 80% cost savings (R$600K+)
  • Co-created “Women Inside Pirelli” campaign highlighting successful women in an industry typically associated with men
  • Improved overall candidate quality by implementing a strategic sourcing plan tailored to the organization''s needs.
  • Led talent acquisition initiatives for key positions, resulting in successful hires and reduced time-to-fill rates.
  • Developed strong relationships with hiring managers to better understand their staffing needs and provide targeted recruitment support.
  • Directly sourced and managed pipeline for all senior and executive positions.

Talent Acquisition Supervisor

Falconi
02.2018 - 09.2018
  • Managed and ensured success of trainee and senior consultant recruitment process
  • Earned the company a spot in the “Top 5 Employer of Young People” ranking, as organized by the
  • Brazilian network of junior enterprises (Brasil Junior)
  • Built and maintained relationships with top universities and institutions to consolidate the FALCONI brand name and market competitive job openings
  • Conducted employee satisfaction surveys inside the company, directly impacting Net Promoter Scores and executive bonuses
  • Conducted exit interviews to identify motives for voluntary turnover and improve corporate environment.
  • Increased retention rates through thorough pre-screening of candidates and regular follow-up on new hires'' satisfaction levels.
  • Optimized employer branding efforts by creating engaging content for company career pages, social media platforms, and other marketing channels.
  • Implemented data-driven approach to talent acquisition strategies by leveraging metrics to evaluate recruitment performance continuously.
  • Developed strong relationships with universities, professional associations, and other external partners to enhance the organization''s visibility among prospective candidates.
  • Acted as brand ambassador to educate candidates on culture, career growth, benefits, and advantages of working for company.
  • Implemented innovative recruitment strategies to increase number of high-quality job applicants.

Senior Talent Acquisition

Falconi
03.2015 - 02.2018

Senior Human Resources Recruiter

Companhia de Estágios
05.2014 - 03.2015
  • Provided direct HR consultancy to companies like Microsoft, Dow, and Merck
  • Designed, developed, and implemented Internship and Trainee Programs for clients
  • Applied behavioral and psychological assessments to candidates.

Talent Acquisition Intern

First Recruiting, LLC
07.2013 - 11.2013
  • Recruited for the financial, accounting, and IT sectors within the company
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  • Supported HR managers and coordinators in their daily activities.

Senior HR Business Partner

Tereos
05.2011 - 04.2013


  • Acted as HR Business Partner and implemented new methods of HR management and continuous improvement, assisting over 1,000 employees
  • Maintained trusting relationships with internal and external auditing companies (including international quality certifications and audits by Fortune 500 Food and Beverage clients)
  • Developed and implemented a Professional Training Program for 800 corporate leaders as well as a new Leadership Development Program for trainees.
  • Improved employee performance by designing and implementing effective training programs.
  • Enhanced trainee engagement through interactive workshops and hands-on activities.
  • Evaluated the effectiveness of training initiatives by tracking participant progress and gathering feedback for continuous improvement.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously, maintaining strict deadlines and high-quality deliverables.
  • Coordinated training schedules across sites with supervisors and managers to optimize training initiatives and work-flow management
  • Promoted a culture of continuous learning within the organization by advocating for ongoing professional development opportunities.
  • Coached employees on best practices, providing constructive feedback to support their professional growth.

Training & Development Analyst

Tereos
08.2009 - 04.2011

HR Analyst

Tonon Bioenergia
03.2007 - 07.2009
  • Led the implementation and ensured optimal conduct of recruitment and training processes, exacerbated by the need to hire 600+ employees in two-month peak period
  • Supported organizational growth by collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify talent needs and fill vacancies promptly.
  • Managed the annual performance review process, providing constructive feedback for continuous improvement opportunities.
  • Assisted with the development of an innovative onboarding program for new employees
  • Responsible for analyzing candidate profiles, applying assessments and surveys, and aiding with training programs
  • Provided support by performing diverse HR functions within the company.

Education

Human Resources Management Certificate, HR -

Cornell University

MBA - Business Administration

FGV - Fundação Getulio Vargas
2012

Coaching Personal and Professional Coaching -

Sociedade Brasileira de
2011

MBA - Strategic People Management, HR

FGV - Fundação Getulio Vargas
2009

Master em PNL -

Academia Brasileira de Programação Neurolinguistica
2013

B.S - Psychology

Universidade do Sagrado Coração
2007

Skills

  • HR Software
  • Training and Development (HR)
  • Succession Planning
  • Social Media
  • HR Consulting
  • Employer Branding
  • Performance Management
  • Analytical and Critical Thinking

Languages

Portuguese
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working
Spanish
Professional Working

Timeline

Head of People & Diversity

Pipeline Capital Tech
02.2021 - Current

Human Resources Advisor

Ivy Room
01.2021 - 12.2021

Lead Talent Acquisition Specialist

Pirelli Tire
09.2018 - 12.2020

Talent Acquisition Supervisor

Falconi
02.2018 - 09.2018

Senior Talent Acquisition

Falconi
03.2015 - 02.2018

Senior Human Resources Recruiter

Companhia de Estágios
05.2014 - 03.2015

Talent Acquisition Intern

First Recruiting, LLC
07.2013 - 11.2013

Senior HR Business Partner

Tereos
05.2011 - 04.2013

Training & Development Analyst

Tereos
08.2009 - 04.2011

HR Analyst

Tonon Bioenergia
03.2007 - 07.2009

Human Resources Management Certificate, HR -

Cornell University

MBA - Business Administration

FGV - Fundação Getulio Vargas

Coaching Personal and Professional Coaching -

Sociedade Brasileira de

MBA - Strategic People Management, HR

FGV - Fundação Getulio Vargas

Master em PNL -

Academia Brasileira de Programação Neurolinguistica

B.S - Psychology

Universidade do Sagrado Coração
Bárbara Firth