Stella S.

Stella Schmadl currently serves as Head of People & Culture at WeRoad, where significant contributions include scaling the workforce from 50 to 200 employees over two years and expanding into four new markets. Stella's initiatives have included implementing HRIS and ATS systems, launching leadership training programs, establishing career path guidelines and competency frameworks, creating transparent salary benchmarks, and introducing new feedback cycles alongside a comprehensive performance management system. Previously, Stella held multiple roles at Odgers Berndtson and Carmichael Fisher, focusing on executive assessment and development. Stella began the career at St Andrews Charity Oktoberfest as Director/Head of Event. Academic credentials include a Master's degree in Industrial and Organizational Psychology from UCL and a Bachelor's degree in Art History and Management from the University of St Andrews.