Karina Yamashita

Karina Yamashita is an experienced HRBP Manager at Gerdau since September 2019, responsible for HR strategy and processes across multiple areas including Commercial, Marketing, and Supply Chain, as well as leading the HR functions for 75 branches in Brazil. Previously, Karina held various roles at Leroy Merlin from July 2002 to September 2019, focusing on HR management, training and development, and organizational climate. Educational qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and a postgraduate degree in Strategic People Management from Universidade Presbiteriana Mackenzie, as well as ongoing studies at Insper Instituto de Ensino e Pesquisa and FIA - Fundação Instituto de Administração in areas such as Career Management and Coaching.