Samantha Anderson
About Samantha Anderson
Samantha Anderson is the Sr. Manager of Organizational Development & Benefits at Barracuda, with a background in health insurance and experience in SaaS products and HRIS platforms.
Current Role at Barracuda
Samantha Anderson serves as the Sr. Manager of Organizational Development & Benefits at Barracuda. In this role, she is responsible for designing and implementing programs that promote a healthy work-life balance. Her duties include managing employee benefits and development initiatives that aim to improve overall job satisfaction. Samantha's focus is on creating a supportive work environment where employees are excited about coming to work each day.
Previous Roles at Barracuda
Before becoming Sr. Manager of Organizational Development & Benefits, Samantha worked as the Benefits and Programs Manager at Barracuda. She held this position from 2019 to 2023 and was based in Campbell, CA. During her four-year tenure, she gained extensive experience in managing employee benefits and developing programs that enhance workplace wellness.
Experience at Sequoia Consulting Group
Samantha had a brief but impactful tenure at Sequoia Consulting Group. In 2019, she worked as a Senior Client Operations Manager for one month and prior to that, she was a Client Operations Manager from 2017 to 2019 in San Mateo, CA. Her responsibilities included client operations management and optimizing client experiences with Sequoia's HR solutions.
Roles at Zenefits
Samantha Anderson worked at Zenefits from 2015 to 2017. She initially served as a Senior Client Support Specialist in Insurance for two years, and later transitioned to an Embedded Support Specialist for two months. Based in San Francisco, California, her role focused on providing high-level support for Zenefits' clients and resolving complex insurance-related queries.
Educational Background
Samantha earned her Bachelor of Arts in Sports Sciences - Sports Medicine from the University of the Pacific, graduating in 2011. Her background in sports science paved the way for her initial career in physical therapy, and later influenced her transition into roles that support employee health and wellness programs within the tech industry.
Transition from Physical Therapy to Tech Industry
Samantha Anderson began her professional journey in physical therapy, working as a Patient Services Manager at Physiotherapy Associates from 2014 to 2015. She then transitioned into the tech industry, leveraging her expertise in health insurance to make significant contributions in HR and employee benefits roles. Her experience in sports fostered a sense of teamwork and camaraderie, which continues to influence her career.