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Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Selected Achievements
Accomplishments
References
Timeline
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Diana English
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Diana English

Denver,CO

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: 2 weeks notice

Desired Job Title

Executive Director of People OperationsPeople Operations ManagerHR Manager Total RewardsDirector of Human ResourcesDirector of Workplace Wellness

Work Type

Full TimeConsulting

Location Preference

RemoteHybrid
Location: Denver, CO
Open to relocation: No

Salary Range

$95000/yr - $200000/yr

Important To Me

Work-life balanceCompany CultureFlexible work hoursHealthcare benefitsCareer advancement

Summary

Dynamic senior people operations leader with a proven track record in fostering people and culture development within high-growth, mission-driven organizations. Recognized as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, specializing in organizational design, employee-centric programs, and strategic business initiatives. Expertise includes executive coaching, total rewards, compliance, and HR business partnering, driving workforce engagement and retention. Committed to enhancing operational efficiency through innovative and visionary approaches.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
3
3
Certification

Work History

Executive Director of People Operations

Upslope Brewing Company
Boulder, CO
10.2019 - Current
  • Act as strategic HR leader and trusted advisor on the executive team, shaping company vision and culture.
  • Direct comprehensive HR functions encompassing total rewards, performance management, learning and development, compliance, employee relations, and HR business partnering.
  • Develop and track HR metrics to support data-driven decision-making and continuous process improvement.
  • Design and execute talent and compensation strategies, succession planning, and leadership development programs that support organizational alignment.
  • Implement employee engagement initiatives, driving measurable increases in retention, productivity, and satisfaction.

Director of Talent Development

Deerwood Real Estate Management
Denver, CO
  • Built the HR and Talent Management function from the ground up for a 20+ employee, $8.5M organization.
  • Designed performance management programs, onboarding, and total rewards policies that improved compliance, accountability, and employee engagement.
  • Strategically evaluated organizational effectiveness, creating and filling five new positions to optimize workflow and efficiency.
  • Launched a summer internship program to foster talent pipeline development and cross-departmental learning.
  • Collaborated with leadership to integrate company values into daily operations and culture initiatives.

HR Operations & Estate Manager

Jodi Guber Brufsky Industries
Malibu, CA
  • Led a multi-state, multicultural team overseeing HR, payroll, recruitment, training, and employee relations.
  • Coached the CEO on leadership development, enhancing staff engagement and organizational culture.
  • Developed a comprehensive policy and procedures manual to streamline operations and ensure consistent cross-functional processes.
  • Coordinated high-impact events and initiatives to support company culture and engagement.

Human Resources Director & Practice Manager

Whole Life Health
Los Angeles, CA
  • Managed HR and operations for clinical and administrative staff, implementing policies, recruiting talent, and leading wellness initiatives.
  • Led the transition of the practice from group to private setup, managing branding, compliance, staff onboarding, and training.
  • Spearheaded culture-building initiatives, integrating core values into operations and staff development programs.

Talent Acquisition & Development

Lululemon Athletica
Los Angeles, CA
  • Recruited and coached a diverse workforce, supporting talent pipeline development and seasonal hiring events.
  • Improved retention and team performance through goal-setting, coaching, and engagement programs.

Corporate Trainer & Assistant Store Manager

Eastern Mountain Sports
Cambridge, MA
  • Led operations, training, and performance management across multiple locations.
  • Developed company-wide 'Train the Trainer' programs, boosting employee retention, succession, and engagement.
  • Implemented HR policies, benefits, and career development initiatives, resulting in 40% of employees advancing to leadership positions.

Education

Master of Public Health - Law, Policy, Administration & Management

Boston University
Boston, MA

Bachelor of Science - Leadership & Therapeutic Recreation

Brigham Young University
Rexburg, ID

Skills

  • Strategic human capital management
  • Organizational development, culture transformation and change management
  • Executive coaching, leadership development and succession planning
  • Total rewards, compensation, and benefits strategy
  • Employee relations and compliance management
  • Diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives
  • HR metrics and analytics
  • Innovation and creativity

Certification

  • Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR), HRCI
  • Certificate in Managing Change and Resolving Conflict, HRCI
  • HRCI Pro Certificate: Employment Law

Selected Achievements

  • Built HR functions from scratch, creating scalable processes, policies, and programs for multiple organizations.
  • Designed and launched culture and engagement initiatives that measurably improved retention, productivity, and employee satisfaction.
  • Coached executives and leaders to strengthen leadership capabilities, team alignment, and organizational impact.
  • Implemented talent development programs, succession planning, and total rewards strategies to support business growth and performance.

Accomplishments

  • SME Panelist, 2021 CBC
  • First non-owner, female Executive, 2023
  • Executed initiatives to attain two BCorp recertifications, reduced 30% turnover to single-digit % in first 3 years of employment; and created total rewards program to achieve an average employee tenure of 5.5 years across all departments

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Executive Director of People Operations

Upslope Brewing Company
10.2019 - Current

Director of Talent Development

Deerwood Real Estate Management

HR Operations & Estate Manager

Jodi Guber Brufsky Industries

Human Resources Director & Practice Manager

Whole Life Health

Talent Acquisition & Development

Lululemon Athletica

Corporate Trainer & Assistant Store Manager

Eastern Mountain Sports

Master of Public Health - Law, Policy, Administration & Management

Boston University

Bachelor of Science - Leadership & Therapeutic Recreation

Brigham Young University

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