Yahaira Calero

Yahaira Calero, MBA, PHR has extensive work experience in the field of human resources. Yahaira is currently serving as the Vice President of Human Resources at APCO Holdings, LLC, where they oversee all talent programs and strategies. Prior to this role, they worked as the Director of HR Operations at the same company, where they developed and managed relationships with leaders and translated business objectives into effective HR programs.

Before joining APCO Holdings, Yahaira worked at JM Family Enterprises, Inc. as an HR Relationship Manager, collaborating with senior leaders to implement HR plans and drive performance and talent management initiatives. Yahaira also served as an HR Compliance Manager, ensuring HR practices adhered to legal and regulatory standards and contributing to enterprise-wide HR compliance projects.

Yahaira's earlier experience includes roles at JM&A Group, where they served as a Customer Service Manager, providing operational direction and support for claims payment and customer service. Yahaira also worked as a Field Support Manager, leading a team to support the field sales team's efforts in increasing profitability. Additionally, they served as an Account Acquisition Supervisor, providing operations support to the field sales organization.

Their career in HR began at JM Family Enterprises, where they worked as an HR Business Partner, supporting corporate and shared services divisions in HR operations.

Yahaira Calero brings a wealth of HR expertise and experience to their current role as Vice President of Human Resources. Their background includes roles in talent management, HR operations, compliance, and business partnering, making their a strong asset to any organization.

Yahaira Calero, MBA, PHR holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree in Business Administration and Management from Florida Atlantic University. Prior to their MBA, they obtained a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Criminal Justice from John Jay College (CUNY) in 2002.