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Lily Webb

Seattle,WA

Summary

Dynamic and adaptable HR and Finance leader with 15+ years of experience scaling high-growth startups, leading M&A transitions, and building foundational operations. Proven success aligning people strategy with business goals to support growth and post-acquisition integration. Hands on, data driven leader who thrives in fast paced, evolving environments while focusing on culture, compliance and scalability.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Head of Human Resources

Protect AI, Inc. (Acquired by Palo Alto Networks)
01.2025 - Current
  • Lead HR due diligence during acquisition by a major tech company, ensuring smooth alignment and compliance for a successful transition.
  • Implemented global HRIS to scale workforce operations across geographies.
  • Optimized the employee lifecycle from pre-hire through off boarding, positioning HR for rapid headcount growth.
  • Managed a globally distributed HR team in a VC-funded, growth stage AI startup environment.

Vice President of HR and Finance

Grand Image, Ltd.
11.2019 - 01.2025
  • Recruited as the first HR leader to design and launch end-to-end HR and Finance functions, aligning operational structure with a creative, service-driven culture.
  • Established infrastructure for onboarding, performance, and compliance to drive operational efficiency and growth.
  • Drove operational structure and long-term planning, supporting executive decision-making with financial forecasting and scenario modeling.
  • Built scalable HR operations rooted in founder vision, prioritizing employee experience and engagement during periods of rapid growth.

Senior Director of HR — Director of HR & Finance — HR/Finance Manager — Office Manager

Indigo Slate, Inc. (Acquired by Zensar Technologies, Ltd.)
12.2006 - 11.2019
  • Acquisition and Scale:
  • Led HR transition through acquisition, integrating global teams while preserving a startup culture.
  • Partnered with executive leadership to align HR, finance and comp strategies with corporate parent systems and policies.
  • Directed change management, communications and workforce planning during and after acquisition.
  • Startup to Scale Leadership:
  • Joined at a very early stage; rose to executive leadership during 13 years of rapid growth.
  • Built HR and finance systems from the ground up including payroll, benefits, employee engagement and compliance.
  • Implemented first HRIS system and created onboarding, compensation, and performance review structures.
  • Led finance operations (multi-state payroll, AP/AR, tax, bonus plans) and advised executives on budget and growth strategy.

Education

MBA - Business Administration

Washington State University

B.A. - Law & Justice, Minor: Business Administration

Central Washington University
Lynnwood, WA

Skills

  • HR policies development
  • Performance management
  • Diversity and inclusion
  • Employee relations
  • Global HR experience
  • Benefits administration
  • Onboarding programs
  • Retention strategies
  • Leadership coaching
  • Employee engagement

Certification

  • Professional in Human Resources (PHR) | HRCI

Timeline

Head of Human Resources

Protect AI, Inc. (Acquired by Palo Alto Networks)
01.2025 - Current

Vice President of HR and Finance

Grand Image, Ltd.
11.2019 - 01.2025

Senior Director of HR — Director of HR & Finance — HR/Finance Manager — Office Manager

Indigo Slate, Inc. (Acquired by Zensar Technologies, Ltd.)
12.2006 - 11.2019

B.A. - Law & Justice, Minor: Business Administration

Central Washington University

MBA - Business Administration

Washington State University

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