Haissel McFarland

Haissel McFarland is an accomplished HR professional with extensive experience in leading human resources initiatives across prominent organizations. Currently serving as Sr. Director of HR Business Partners at Nintendo since September 2025, Haissel focuses on fostering a positive workplace culture aligned with the company's mission of creating enjoyment for global audiences. Prior to this role, Haissel worked as Director of HR HRBP at Take-Two Interactive from July 2023 to June 2025, contributing to the company's reputation as a leading name in interactive entertainment. Haissel's experience also includes various senior HR roles at Amazon between June 2015 and June 2023, where responsibilities spanned talent acquisition, HR strategy, and leadership. Earlier career foundations were established at Blizzard Entertainment as an HR Program Manager and various HR-related positions with notable companies including Adecco, Appleone, Milgard Windows, UHS, and Tenet Health from June 1998 to April 2008. Educational credentials include studies at the University of Arizona from 1996 to 1998.