Crea Scalzo
Vice President, People Operations
Professional Overview
Crea Scalzo is an accomplished human resources leader with expertise in driving strategic people operations initiatives. As the Vice President of People Operations at Matic, she is responsible for leading the company's talent management, workforce planning, and employee engagement efforts to support its rapid growth and organizational development.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As the Vice President of People Operations at Matic, Crea oversees all aspects of the company's people functions, including talent acquisition, performance management, employee learning and development, and HR business partnering. She has played a pivotal role in scaling the organization's workforce, implementing best-in-class HR policies and programs, and fostering a positive, values-driven company culture.
Career Progression
Prior to joining Matic, Crea served as the Director of People Operations at Brightloom, where she led the HR integration of two merging organizations and developed robust talent management strategies to support the company's growth. Before that, she held the role of Director of Recruiting at Course Hero, where she built and managed a high-performing recruiting team that successfully scaled the company's workforce. Crea's earlier experiences include serving as the University Recruiting Manager at The Climate Corporation and holding HR coordinator positions at Raytheon Applied Signal Technology, Inc. and Applied Signal Technology.
Academic Background
Crea holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from the University of California, Berkeley, where she graduated with honors.
Areas of Expertise
- Talent acquisition and workforce planning
- Performance management and employee engagement
- HR policy development and implementation
- Organizational development and change management
- Mergers and acquisitions integration
Professional Impact
Throughout her career, Crea has been recognized for her ability to align people strategies with business objectives. At Matic, she has spearheaded the implementation of a comprehensive employee wellness program, which has resulted in increased employee satisfaction and improved retention rates. Additionally, Crea has been instrumental in driving the company's diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, contributing to a more inclusive and equitable work environment.
Conclusion
With her extensive experience in people operations and a track record of driving meaningful organizational change, Crea Scalzo is well-positioned to continue making a significant impact in her role as Vice President of People Operations at Matic. Her strategic mindset, collaborative approach, and commitment to employee empowerment make her a valuable asset to the company as it navigates its next phase of growth and development.
