Crystal Mercado
About Crystal Mercado
Crystal Mercado serves as the Executive Director of Human Resources at Acrivon Therapeutics, Inc., bringing extensive experience from various leadership roles in the biotech and pharmaceutical industries. Her background includes significant positions at Purdue Pharma, Kira Pharmaceuticals, SpringWorks Therapeutics, and Alexion Pharmaceuticals, where she developed a comprehensive understanding of the employee lifecycle.
Work at Acrivon Therapeutics
Crystal Mercado serves as the Executive Director of Human Resources at Acrivon Therapeutics, Inc. since 2022. In this role, she focuses on enhancing the HR infrastructure and aligning human resources strategies with the company's goals. Her responsibilities include overseeing talent acquisition, employee engagement, and retention strategies within the organization.
Previous Experience in Human Resources
Prior to her current position, Crystal Mercado held several key roles in human resources across various companies. She was the Executive Director and Global Head of People & Culture at Kira Pharmaceuticals from 2021 to 2022. Before that, she served as the Human Resources Director at SpringWorks Therapeutics from 2018 to 2021 and as an HR Talent Business Partner at Purdue Pharma L.P. from 2016 to 2018.
Education and Expertise
Crystal Mercado studied Business Administration and Management at Monroe College-New Rochelle and furthered her education in Human Resources Employment Law at Pace University. She possesses expertise in building HR infrastructure and has a strong focus on the biotech and pharmaceutical industries. Her knowledge spans all phases of the employee lifecycle, including talent acquisition, onboarding, and performance management.
Background in Talent Acquisition
Before her roles in executive HR positions, Crystal Mercado worked at Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc. as a Senior Specialist in Global Talent Acquisition Operations from 2011 to 2016. This experience provided her with a solid foundation in recruitment and talent management, contributing to her comprehensive understanding of HR practices.
Interpersonal Skills and Leadership
In her HR leadership roles, Crystal Mercado serves as a trusted advisor to both senior management and employees. She demonstrates strong interpersonal and advisory skills, which are essential for fostering a positive workplace culture. Her approach emphasizes employee relations and engagement, ensuring alignment between organizational objectives and employee needs.