Anne Hildebrand
About Anne Hildebrand
Anne Hildebrand serves as the Director of People Operations at DuckDuckGo, bringing over a decade of experience in human resources and operational roles across various organizations. She has a background in education and literature, having studied at the University of California, Berkeley, and has worked in diverse settings from startups to non-profits.
Work at DuckDuckGo
Anne Hildebrand currently serves as the Director of People Operations at DuckDuckGo, a role she has held since 2023. Prior to this position, she worked as the Lead People Operations Manager from 2022 to 2023 and as a Senior People Operations Manager from 2021 to 2022. Her tenure at DuckDuckGo has involved overseeing various human resources initiatives and fostering a positive workplace culture.
Education and Expertise
Anne Hildebrand holds a Bachelor's degree in French Language and Literature from the University of California, Berkeley. She also studied Literature Française at Université Grenoble Alpes. Her educational background supports her extensive experience in human resources and operational roles, which spans over 10 years.
Background
Anne Hildebrand has a diverse professional background, having worked in various capacities in human resources and operations. Her career includes roles at StartupExperts, Reading Partners, Clausen House, Alisa Ann Ruch Burn Foundation, and CHUNGDAHM Learning. She has developed a reputation for integrating empathy and humor into her HR practices.
Achievements
Anne Hildebrand has successfully completed a solo hike of all 3,000 miles of the US Continental Divide. Additionally, she learned Spanish in three months while living in Buenos Aires. These personal achievements reflect her commitment to personal growth and adaptability.
Professional Experience
Anne has held various roles in human resources and operations across multiple organizations. Notable positions include Manager of People Operations at Swiftly, Inc., and Regional Manager (Bilingual) at Alisa Ann Ruch Burn Foundation. Her experience includes managing teams, developing training programs, and implementing HR strategies.