Ria Matta

Ria Matta, SHRM-CP, is an accomplished human resources professional with extensive experience in leading HR initiatives across various organizations. Currently serving as the Director of Human Resources for the Americas Commercial Organization at Leica Biosystems since June 2017, Ria has previously held senior HR management roles at TransTech IT Staffing, where notable accomplishments included designing talent acquisition and diversity programs, and reducing turnover by 20%. Ria has demonstrated expertise in full-cycle recruitment and team building at Optomi, contributing to the establishment of a high-performing team of 50 consultants. Earlier career experience includes serving as an HR Generalist at Rehab Maxx, successfully expanding the therapy team while maintaining low turnover rates. Ria’s educational background includes a Master Certificate in Human Resource Management from Villanova University and dual master's degrees in International Economics and Business and a Bachelor of Science in Economics and Business from the University of Groningen.