Michelle S.
About Michelle S.
Michelle S. serves as the Chief People Officer at EarnUp, where she has focused on engagement, retention, diversity, and inclusion since 2020. With over 15 years of experience in human resources, she has held various leadership roles in technology start-ups and has a strong background in HRIS and technology integration.
Work at EarnUp
Michelle S. has served as the Chief People Officer at EarnUp since 2020. In this role, she focuses on driving employee engagement, retention, diversity, and inclusion within the organization. Her leadership in these areas aims to enhance the overall company culture and strengthen partnerships with executive and senior leadership. She operates in a hybrid work environment in the United States.
Previous Experience
Before joining EarnUp, Michelle S. held several significant positions in human resources. She was the Vice President of People at HelloSign from 2018 to 2020, where she contributed to the company's growth until its acquisition by Dropbox. Prior to that, she worked at Accela as Vice President of Human Resources and People Development from 2010 to 2016. Additionally, she served as a Senior Human Resources Business Partner at Broadcom Inc. and Sandia National Laboratories.
Education and Expertise
Michelle S. earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in English from UC Santa Barbara. She is currently pursuing an MBA in Human Resources at Golden Gate University. With over 15 years of experience in overseeing strategic people teams, she specializes in HRIS and technology integration, as well as managing mergers and acquisitions from a human resources perspective.
Career Background
Michelle S. began her career as a Fitness Instructor at 24 Hour Fitness from 2000 to 2005. She transitioned into human resources, starting as a Senior Human Resources Business Partner at Sandia National Laboratories from 2002 to 2008. Her career has been marked by a focus on technology start-ups, where she has developed expertise in enhancing company culture and driving strategic HR initiatives.
Membership and Professional Affiliations
Since 2022, Michelle S. has been a member of Chief, an organization dedicated to supporting women in executive roles. This membership reflects her commitment to fostering leadership and professional development among women in the workplace.