Natalie Atwood

Chief Human Resources Officer

Professional Overview
Natalie Atwood is a seasoned human resources executive with over 15 years of experience driving organizational success through strategic talent management and people-centric initiatives. As the Chief Human Resources Officer at bswift, she leverages her deep expertise in the healthcare and benefits administration industries to lead the company's human capital strategy and empower its diverse workforce.

Experience Summary

Current Role
As the Chief Human Resources Officer at bswift, Natalie is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the company's human resources function, including talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, compensation and benefits, and organizational development. She works closely with the executive team to align the HR strategy with bswift's overall business objectives, ensuring the company attracts, develops, and retains top talent to deliver exceptional service to its clients.

Career Progression
Prior to joining bswift, Natalie served as the Chief People Officer at Breeze Airways™, where she played a crucial role in building the airline's HR infrastructure and supporting its rapid growth. Before that, she held the position of Executive Vice President of People at HealthEquity, a leading provider of health savings accounts and related services. During her tenure at HealthEquity, Natalie advanced from her initial role as Senior Vice President of People, where she was instrumental in shaping the company's people-focused culture and driving initiatives that contributed to its industry-leading employee engagement and retention rates.

Academic Background
Natalie holds a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management from the University of Utah, where she graduated magna cum laude. She is a certified Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) and has completed advanced training in strategic human capital management and organizational design.

Areas of Expertise

• Talent acquisition and retention

• Employee engagement and culture building

• HR policy development and compliance

• Organizational restructuring and change management

• Compensation and benefits program design

• Performance management and leadership development

Professional Impact
Throughout her career, Natalie has led the implementation of innovative HR programs that have had a measurable impact on organizational performance. At HealthEquity, she spearheaded the development of a comprehensive leadership development curriculum that contributed to a 20% increase in internal promotions and a 15% improvement in employee satisfaction scores. At Breeze Airways™, Natalie's strategic oversight of the HR function enabled the airline to scale its workforce by over 300% during its first year of operations, while maintaining a high level of employee engagement and operational efficiency.

Conclusion
Natalie Atwood is a highly respected human resources leader with a proven track record of driving organizational success through people-centric strategies. Her combination of deep industry expertise, strategic vision, and strong leadership skills make her a valuable asset to bswift as the company continues to grow and innovate within the healthcare and benefits administration sectors.