Monica Abesamis
Mountain View,CA
Summary
Diligent [Desired Position] with proven track record in strategic leadership and organizational growth. Expertly managed large-scale projects, driving significant improvements in operational efficiency. Demonstrated excellence in team leadership and financial oversight.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
SVP, People & Culture
Range Energy
01.2023 - Current
- Leadership & Strategy: Spearheaded the development of comprehensive HR strategies in a high-growth, Series A startup environment, leading initiatives that resulted in securing over $23M in funding
- Board & Investor Relations: Acted as a key strategic advisor to the CEO effectively presenting people strategies and organizational health metrics to investors and the board, contributing to funding rounds
- People Operations: Established and implemented foundational HR structures, processes, and policies, aligning them with organizational goals and fostering a high-performance culture
- Culture & Engagement: Led initiatives that enhanced employee engagement and maintained a vibrant company culture during rapid growth, achieving a 35% increase in employee satisfaction within the first six months
- Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocols.
Head of People
Nuro
01.2020 - 01.2023
- Scaling Operations: Directed the scale-up of Nuro from fewer than 200 employees to over 3,000, focusing on the growth of technical and operational teams across multiple locations, ensuring alignment with company objectives. Directly managed the People organization up to 150 employees
- Executive Partnership: Served as a critical partner to the CEO and executive/ c-suite team, driving strategic HR initiatives that supported rapid expansion and operational excellence
- Talent Acquisition & Retention: Implemented robust talent acquisition and retention strategies, resulting in a 95% retention rate for key technical roles and a 50% reduction in time-to-hire
- Diversity & Inclusion: Championed diversity, inclusion, and belonging initiatives, achieving a 40% increase in diverse hires and significantly improving employee satisfaction scores
Chief People Officer
PACCC
01.2015 - 01.2020
- Organizational Development: Led all HR functions for a nonprofit organization, driving initiatives that enhanced organizational culture and improved employee engagement by 20%
- Leadership Development: Developed and launched leadership development programs, resulting in a 30% internal promotion rate and strengthened succession planning
- HR Operations: Managed recruitment, employee relations, performance management, and compliance, ensuring smooth HR operations and alignment with strategic goals
Director of Human Resources
San Francisco 49ers- Levi's Stadium
01.2013 - 01.2015
- HR Leadership: Directed HR operations for a major sports and entertainment organization, overseeing recruitment, employee relations, and compliance for over 1,000 employees
- Performance Management: Introduced performance management systems and employee engagement programs, enhancing productivity and reducing turnover by 30% season over season
- Labor Relations: Managed complex labor relations and negotiated collective bargaining agreements, maintaining positive employee relations and operational continuity
Human Resources Manager
NASA Ames Research Center
01.2005 - 01.2013
- HR Support: Supported HR functions in a technical and research-focused environment, including recruitment, employee development, and policy compliance
- Process Improvement: Contributed to the implementation of HRIS systems, improving HR process efficiency and data accuracy
- Training & Development: Assisted in the development and delivery of training programs, enhancing employee skills and supporting organizational goals
Education
De Anza College
Executive & Leadership Coaching Certification
Co-Active Institute
BS - Business Administration, Computer Information Systems
San Jose State University
San Jose, CA01.2022
Skills
- Strategic Leadership & Partnership
- People Strategy
- Talent Acquisition and Retention
- Seed to Scale Global Operations Growth
- Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging
- Engagement and Culture
- Board and Investor Relations
- Executive Coaching
- Change Management Leader
- Organizational Development
- Compliance and Risk Management
Timeline
SVP, People & Culture
Range Energy
01.2023 - Current
Head of People
Nuro
01.2020 - 01.2023
Chief People Officer
PACCC
01.2015 - 01.2020
Director of Human Resources
San Francisco 49ers- Levi's Stadium
01.2013 - 01.2015
Human Resources Manager
NASA Ames Research Center
01.2005 - 01.2013
Executive & Leadership Coaching Certification
Co-Active Institute
BS - Business Administration, Computer Information Systems
San Jose State University
De Anza College
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