Krista Surkan, Phr
About Krista Surkan, Phr
Krista Surkan is a Senior HR Business Partner with extensive experience in human resources across various companies, including Blend, Opendoor, and Yelp. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Arizona State University and a Master of Science in Industrial and Organizational Psychology from Grand Canyon University.
Current Role at Blend
Krista Surkan serves as a Senior HR Business Partner at Blend, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she focuses on enhancing the work environment and implementing data-driven strategies to improve organizational efficiency. Her expertise in human resources allows her to contribute significantly to the company's HR initiatives.
Previous Experience in Human Resources
Prior to her current role at Blend, Krista Surkan accumulated diverse HR experience across several organizations. She worked as a People Business Partner at Opendoor from 2021 to 2022, and as a People Generalist at Tuft & Needle from 2019 to 2021. Her earlier roles include HR Advisor at Yelp from 2018 to 2019 and HR Coordinator at ZipRecruiter from 2017 to 2018. She began her career as a Human Resources Assistant at FlexPrint from 2016 to 2017.
Education and Expertise
Krista Surkan holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Psychology from Arizona State University and a Master of Science (M.S.) in Industrial and Organizational Psychology from Grand Canyon University. Her educational background supports her strong interest in Industrial-Organizational Psychology, which shapes her HR practices and strategies.
Professional Interests and Passions
Krista Surkan is passionate about creating meaningful work environments and driving efficiencies through data-driven strategies. Her interest in Industrial-Organizational Psychology informs her approach to human resources, allowing her to focus on enhancing employee engagement and organizational effectiveness.
Personal Life and Interests
Outside of her professional responsibilities, Krista Surkan enjoys being a dog mom, which she considers an important aspect of her life. This personal interest reflects her commitment to maintaining a balanced lifestyle.