Carolyn Yang Stewart
Piedmont,CA
Summary
Operations and people leader with 15+ years of experience supporting complex, mission-driven organizations. Trusted and empathetic partner to senior leadership with deep expertise in HR, systems implementation, compliance and cross-functional operations.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
1
1
Language
Work History
Human Resources Manager
Breakthru Beverage Group
02.2024 - Current
- Support California operations for 1000+ employees, balancing compliance, risk management, and day-to-day operational needs.
- Strategic advisor to senior leadership and supporting and coaching 50+ line and middle managers.
- Partner with Sales, Marketing, and Administrative teams to align people processes with business priorities.
- Collaborate with Payroll, Benefits, Compensation, Legal, Talent Acquisition to ensure policy alignment and operational consistency.
- Led implementation and optimization of Workday HRIS.
- Lead planning and execution of DEIB, wellness, and community engagement initiatives.
- Revamped new hire orientation and manager training programs focused on positive overall user experience.
- Lead internal audits of HR systems and records to ensure compliance, data accuracy, and process improvement.
Operations Manager/Senior Human Resources Manager
NakedPoppy
08.2021 - 11.2023
- Partnered closely with the CEO and leadership team on people operations, organizational planning, and risk management during periods of growth.
- Collaborated with Engineering, Growth, Marketing and Product Directors on promotions, product launches, tech projects and operational improvements.
- Led full-cycle talent acquisition for non-exempt and exempt roles.
- Led overhaul of compensation strategy; and trainings for performance management and employee relations.
- Established and managed compliance for company's 401(k) plan and benefit programs.
- Planned and executed team-building events and internal initiatives to strengthen culture and engagement.
Director of People Services
Anchor Brewing Company/Anchor Brewers & Distillers
01.2013 - 10.2019
Regional People Services Coordinator
Joie de Vivre Hospitality
03.2012 - 12.2012
Director of People Services
Bacchus Management Group
02.2008 - 01.2011
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Legal Studies
University of California
Berkeley, CASkills
Workday, Paycom, ADP, Gusto, Slack, Google Suite, Microsoft
Certification
Strategic Human Resources Leadership, Cornell University
Volunteer Experience
Ultimate Frisbee Head Coach Piedmont Middle School 2016 - Present
Ultimate Frisbee Head Coach Girlx U17 - Bay Ultimate Youth Affiliate 2024 - Present
Principal/Vice Principal of East Bay Chinese School 2019 - 2025
-Community leadership, program oversight, and volunteer coordination.
Timeline
Human Resources Manager
Breakthru Beverage Group
02.2024 - Current
Operations Manager/Senior Human Resources Manager
NakedPoppy
08.2021 - 11.2023
Professional in Human Resources (PHR) - HRCI
01-2021
Strategic Human Resources Leadership, Cornell University
02-2020
Director of People Services
Anchor Brewing Company/Anchor Brewers & Distillers
01.2013 - 10.2019
Regional People Services Coordinator
Joie de Vivre Hospitality
03.2012 - 12.2012
Director of People Services
Bacchus Management Group
02.2008 - 01.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Legal Studies
University of California