David Hanrahan
About David Hanrahan
David Hanrahan is a Chief People Officer with extensive experience in human resources and organizational development. He currently serves as an advisor at PeopleTech Partners and various start-ups, and has held leadership roles at notable companies including Twitter, Niantic, and Eventbrite.
Current Role at Flare
David Hanrahan serves as the Chief People Officer at Flare, a position he has held since 2023. He operates from the Austin, Texas Metropolitan Area. In this role, he focuses on enhancing organizational culture and implementing effective human resources strategies.
Experience at PeopleTech Partners
Since 2017, David has been an Advisor at PeopleTech Partners, contributing his expertise for seven years in the San Francisco Bay Area. His advisory role involves guiding organizations in optimizing their human resources practices and strategies.
Previous Positions in Human Resources
David has held several significant roles in human resources. He was the Chief Human Resources Officer at Eventbrite from 2019 to 2022. Prior to that, he served as VP, People at Zendesk from 2015 to 2017 and as VP, People & Places at Niantic, Inc. from 2018 to 2019. He also worked as Director of Human Resources at Twitter from 2011 to 2014 and at Electronic Arts from 2007 to 2011.
Educational Background
David Hanrahan earned a Master of Human Resources and Industrial Relations (MHRIR) from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, completing his studies in 2001. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Arizona, which he achieved in 1999.
Expertise in Human Resources
David has extensive experience in leading company transformations and reorganizations. He specializes in designing remote and hybrid work models and has a strong proficiency in M&A diligence and integration. His work includes developing Total Rewards strategies and implementing HRIS systems to enhance organizational efficiency.