Patricia W.

Patricia W. has extensive experience in Human Resources, working in various leadership roles throughout their career. Patricia is currently the Head of Human Resources at GridStor, where they oversee talent management, retention, succession planning, and HR functions. Prior to this, they founded HR Progressive LLC, where they provided consulting services and developed HR strategies for start-up and established companies. Patricia also served as the Chief Human Resources Officer at Ophelos Advisory Group and Crewcial Partners LLC, where they played a key role in strategic development and diversity and inclusion goals. Earlier in their career, Patricia held roles such as AVP of Human Resources at The Premier Group, Human Resources Generalist at Schulte Roth & Zabel LLP, and HR Assistant at Oppenheimer & Co. Inc. Patricia began their career as a Recruiting Specialist at a Professional Services Firm Serving Fortune 500 Clientele and an HR Associate at ING. Patricia has demonstrated consistent growth and success throughout their career, earning promotions and mastering complex concepts.

Patricia W. has a Bachelor of Science degree in Management from St. John's University, The Peter J. Tobin College of Business. Patricia also holds a Master of Legal Studies and Dispute Resolution from Pepperdine Caruso Law. In addition to their formal education, Patricia has obtained several certifications and completed various courses to enhance their skills and knowledge in the field. Some of these certifications include the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the Workplace Certificate from the University of South Florida Muma College of Business, the CHRO Academy from the NATIONAL ACADEMY OF HUMAN RESOURCES, and the Columbia University in the City of New York's School of Professional Studies Global Human Capital Trends - Human Capital Management certificate. Patricia has also completed courses in effective communication, leadership, well-being, and human resources management through platforms like LinkedIn and Dale Carnegie.