Diana Najera
New York,NY
Summary
Experienced and business-focused HR professional with over 10 years of success leading strategic human capital initiatives across diverse industries. Adept at aligning HR practices with organizational goals to drive performance, enhance employee experience, and support business growth. Skilled in talent management, workforce planning, change leadership, and employee relations, with a strong track record of advising senior leaders, building inclusive cultures, and delivering results in dynamic, fast-paced environments.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
People and Culture Business Partner
Prose
04.2023 - Current
- Led and executed HR strategies across multistate business units, aligning talent management, organizational development, employee engagement, and diversity initiatives with corporate goals, resulting in enhanced operational efficiency and business growth.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive talent acquisition strategies, driving retention and achieving a 40% growth in a short period while promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce.
- Partnered with the executive team to drive business transformation initiatives, optimizing workforce planning, collaboration, leadership development, and diversity efforts to align with long-term strategic objectives.
- Managed complex employee relations matters, providing counsel and guidance on sensitive issues, resolving conflicts, and implementing solutions that ensured a positive and compliant work environment while fostering an inclusive and equitable culture.
- Implemented data-driven performance management systems, resulting in improved employee performance metrics and overall organizational success, while integrating diversity and inclusion metrics to track and drive progress.
- Led workforce analytics efforts, utilizing data to inform decisions on compensation, benefits, employee development, and DEI initiatives, ensuring alignment with industry standards and business needs.
- Directed change management processes during organizational restructuring and openings, providing leadership and support that minimized disruption, maintained employee engagement, and reinforced diversity and inclusion efforts.
- Acted as a trusted advisor to executives and department heads, providing insights on HR best practices, policies, labor relations, and DEI strategies, ensuring compliance and facilitating effective decision-making at all levels.
Sr. HR Manager
Barclays Center
03.2022 - 03.2023
- Led strategic planning and implementation of MOAs and CBAs of 13 unions, aligning labor relations with business objectives and compliance standards.
- Represented the organization in arbitration hearings and labor disputes, ensuring equitable outcomes.
- Conducted workplace investigations and managed employee relations issues, fostering a fair and legally sound work environment.
- Designed and executed strategic HR projects to optimize workforce performance and organizational effectiveness.
Human Resources Director
Brooklyn Fare & Chef's Table at Brooklyn Fare
05.2017 - 03.2022
- Developed and implemented scalable HR policies and procedures across retail and culinary operations, ensuring consistent practices and compliance in a multi-location environment.
- Led end-to-end HR operations, including high-volume recruitment, onboarding, training, performance management, and offboarding—supporting seamless staffing and strong customer service.
- Collaborated with department and store leadership to drive workforce planning, employee engagement, compliance and talent development aligned with business needs and retail seasonality.
- Directed labor relations strategy, internal investigations, and disciplinary actions while maintaining compliance with all regulatory and legal standards.
- Developed employee engagement initiatives that fostered a collaborative, high-performance culture, resulting in the company achieving its highest level of internal global recognition for workplace excellence for multiple years.
- Managed HR initiatives and ensured organizational alignment during crucial periods of growth and transformation, driving the achievement of company financial goals and exceeding expectations.
Human Resources Generalist
SouthMill Mushrooms - Kaolin Farms, Inc.
01.2015 - 01.2016
Human Resources Intern
The Boston Consulting Group
01.2014 - 01.2015
Education
Master of Business Administration - HR Management
Goldey-Beacom College
Wilmington, DE01.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Goldey-Beacom College
Wilmington, DE01.2014
Doctorate Degree - Dentistry
Universidad de la Salle Bajio
Leon, Gto01.2010
Skills
- Strategic HR Leadership & Organizational Alignment
- Executive Coaching & C-Suite Partnership
- Talent Management, Development & Succession Planning
- Workforce Planning & Organizational Design
- Change Management & Business Transformation
- Employee Relations, Conflict Resolution & Investigations
- Performance Management & Employee Engagement
- Total Rewards Strategy (Compensation & Benefits)
- Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Strategy
- HR Compliance, Risk Mitigation & Employment Law (Multi-state/Global)
- HRIS Implementation & Optimization
- Data-Driven HR Decision-Making & Workforce Analytics
- Mergers, Acquisitions & Integration Support
- Policy Development, Internal Communications & Culture Building
- Cross-functional Leadership & Collaboration
Certification
Notary Public- NY
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
People and Culture Business Partner
Prose
04.2023 - Current
Sr. HR Manager
Barclays Center
03.2022 - 03.2023
Human Resources Director
Brooklyn Fare & Chef's Table at Brooklyn Fare
05.2017 - 03.2022
Human Resources Generalist
SouthMill Mushrooms - Kaolin Farms, Inc.
01.2015 - 01.2016
Human Resources Intern
The Boston Consulting Group
01.2014 - 01.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Goldey-Beacom College
Doctorate Degree - Dentistry
Universidad de la Salle Bajio
Master of Business Administration - HR Management
Goldey-Beacom College
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