Professional Summary
Professional Overview
Karen Chelini is an experienced Human Resources and Talent Acquisition professional with a strong track record of success in the technology and creative industries. As the Founder of BellaVita Botanics, she leverages her expertise in people management, talent strategy, and organizational development to drive business growth and foster positive work cultures.
Experience Summary
Current Roles
Founder, BellaVita Botanics (2021 - Present)
- Oversees all operations and strategic direction for this botanical wellness startup
- Responsible for brand development, product innovation, and go-to-market strategy
- Leads a team of cross-functional professionals to execute on the company's vision
HR/Talent Consultant, So Good So You (2020 - Present)
- Provides human resources and talent acquisition consulting services to this leading plant-based beverage brand
- Advises on recruiting top talent, designing compensation and benefits programs, and implementing effective people management practices
Client Solutions Specialist, The Brownestone Group (2021 - Present)
- Collaborates with clients to deliver customized HR and talent solutions that drive organizational performance
- Leverages expertise in workforce planning, talent development, and change management
Human Resources Consultant, Chelini Human Resources & Talent Consulting (2020 - Present)
- Offers strategic HR and talent consulting services to a diverse portfolio of clients
- Specializes in areas such as employee relations, performance management, and people operations
Career Progression
Prior to her current roles, Karen held various leadership positions in the technology and entertainment industries, including:
- Head of Talent/HR - Contract at VuMedi (2021)
- People Team Consultant at Mozilla (2021)
- Head of People at ServiceRocket (2019 - 2021)
- Director of Talent at Brandless, Inc. (2017 - 2019)
- Global Executive Search at Uber (2016 - 2017)
- HR - Talent Acquisition Global Team focus Greater China at Apple Retail and Apple Online (2012 - 2016)
- Human Resources - Talent Acquisition at Wikimedia Foundation (2011 - 2012)
- Director, Human Resources, Talent Acquisition at Sony Computer Entertainment America (2008 - 2011)
Throughout her career, Karen has consistently demonstrated the ability to drive organizational transformation, foster high-performing teams, and implement effective human capital strategies.
Academic Background
Karen holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from the University of California, Santa Barbara.
Areas of Expertise
- Talent Acquisition and Recruitment
- Human Resources Management
- Organizational Development and Change Management
- Workforce Planning and Talent Strategy
- Employee Relations and Performance Management
- Compensation and Benefits Design
- People Operations and HR Consulting
Professional Impact
- Spearheaded the implementation of a new applicant tracking system and recruitment marketing strategy at Brandless, Inc., resulting in a 25% increase in qualified candidate volume and reduced time-to-hire.
- Designed and executed a comprehensive leadership development program at ServiceRocket, which led to a 15% increase in employee engagement and a 20% reduction in turnover among high-potential leaders.
- Established a global talent acquisition function at Apple Retail and Apple Online, overseeing the recruitment of top talent across Greater China and contributing to the company's rapid expansion in the region.
Conclusion
Karen Chelini is a versatile HR and talent management professional with a proven ability to drive organizational success through strategic people initiatives. Her diverse experience spanning the technology, entertainment, and consumer product industries, coupled with her entrepreneurial spirit and consultative approach, uniquely position her to help clients and companies navigate the evolving workforce landscape and achieve their business objectives.
