Amanda Lopez
About Amanda Lopez
Amanda Lopez serves as the Executive Director of Talent Management and HRBP at Entrada Therapeutics, combining corporate HR experience with energy healing practices to support personal development. She has held various leadership roles in talent acquisition across multiple organizations and advocates for alternative career development paradigms.
Current Role at Entrada Therapeutics
Amanda Lopez serves as the Executive Director of Talent Management and HRBP at Entrada Therapeutics since 2022. In this role, she oversees talent management strategies and human resources business partnerships, focusing on enhancing employee engagement and organizational effectiveness.
Previous Experience in Talent Acquisition
Amanda Lopez has extensive experience in talent acquisition, having held several senior roles in various organizations. She worked as the Head of Talent Acquisition at Entrada Therapeutics from 2021 to 2022 and previously served as Sr. Director of Talent Acquisition at CRISPR Therapeutics from 2018 to 2019. Her career also includes positions at Biogen Idec, where she held roles as Associate Director and Director of Talent Acquisition.
Educational Background
Amanda Lopez earned her Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of California, Berkeley, where she studied from 1996 to 1998. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master's degree in Public Management from the University of Maryland, completing her studies from 1999 to 2001.
Advocacy for Alternative Career Development
Amanda Lopez advocates for innovative career development models, such as the jungle gym and kaleidoscope paradigms, which emphasize flexibility and exploration over traditional career ladders. She enjoys helping individuals navigate their career paths by identifying their unique skills and interests.
Integration of Healing Practices
Amanda Lopez combines her corporate HR experience with energy healing practices, including Reiki and Bio-magnetism. She utilizes these indigenous healing methods to support personal and professional growth, enhancing her approach to talent management and employee development.