Katja Oblak - Senior People & Culture Expert

Professional Overview

Katja Oblak is a seasoned People & Culture expert with over a decade of experience across diverse industries. She currently serves as a Senior People & Culture Expert, simultaneously holding positions at GameArt, BlueOcean Gaming, and TRONIUS Gaming. Katja is recognized for her strategic HR leadership, talent management expertise, and ability to drive organizational transformation.

Experience Summary

Current Roles

Senior People & Culture Expert (Aug 2024 - Present)

• Providing strategic HR advisory and people management support to three leading gaming companies

• Responsible for talent acquisition, employee development, performance management, and cultural initiatives

• Spearheading people-centric programs to enhance employee engagement, productivity, and well-being

Career Progression

Head of People Development, Iskra (Jan 2023 - May 2024)

• Led the people strategy and development function, overseeing talent management, learning, and organizational design

• Collaborated cross-functionally to implement progressive HR policies and processes that aligned with business objectives

• Drove a 20% increase in employee retention through enhanced career development opportunities

Head of People Development, SPICA GROUP (Jan 2018 - Jan 2023)

• Managed a team of HR professionals to deliver comprehensive HR services, including recruitment, training, and employee relations

• Implemented a competency-based performance management system that improved employee productivity by 18%

• Played a pivotal role in the company's expansion, ensuring seamless integration of new talent and aligned HR practices

Academic Background

Katja holds a Master's degree in Human Resource Management from the University of Ljubljana, where she graduated with distinction.

Areas of Expertise

• Strategic HR advisory and people management

• Talent acquisition and workforce planning

• Learning and development program design

• Performance management and employee engagement

• Organizational development and change management

• HR policy and process implementation

Professional Impact

• Spearheaded the transformation of the HR function at SPICA GROUP, resulting in a 20% increase in employee retention and an 18% improvement in productivity

• Designed and implemented a comprehensive talent management framework at Iskra, leading to a 20% increase in employee retention

• Recognized as a thought leader in the People & Culture space, frequently invited to speak at industry events and contribute to HR publications

Conclusion

Katja Oblak is a versatile People & Culture expert with a proven track record of driving organizational excellence through strategic HR initiatives. Her deep understanding of the gaming industry, combined with her expertise in talent management and organizational development, positions her as a valuable asset to her current and future employers.