Christiana Simonsen, Crha, MSc.
About Christiana Simonsen, Crha, MSc.
Christiana Simonsen is a Human Resources Director with extensive experience in talent acquisition, performance management, and organizational development. She has held various HR leadership roles in Montreal and currently works at Genius Solutions in Longueuil, Quebec.
Current Role at Genius Solutions
Christiana Simonsen serves as the Human Resources Director at Genius Solutions since 2022. In this role, she oversees various HR functions, focusing on enhancing organizational culture and employee engagement. Her responsibilities include implementing effective HR strategies that align with the company’s goals and support its growth in Longueuil, Quebec, Canada.
Previous Experience in Human Resources
Prior to her current position, Christiana held several significant roles in human resources. She worked as the Director of People Operations at BusPatrol from 2020 to 2022, and as the Talent and Culture Director at AIRY3D from 2019 to 2020. Additionally, she served as the Director of Talent & Culture at Carbonleo from 2018 to 2019, and as a Human Resources Manager at Maya HTT from 2015 to 2018. Her diverse experience spans various aspects of HR management.
Educational Background
Christiana Simonsen has a robust educational background in human resources and psychology. She earned a Master’s Degree in Industrial Relations from Université de Montréal from 2013 to 2017. Prior to that, she completed a Certificate in Industrial Relations at the same institution from 2005 to 2007. Additionally, she holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Universidade Presbiteriana Mackenzie, which she completed from 2000 to 2003.
Expertise in Human Resources
Christiana possesses comprehensive knowledge in several key areas of human resources. She has strong expertise in pay equity and compensation management, ensuring fair compensation structures. Her background includes managing cultural diversity and global mobility, which is essential for organizations operating internationally. Furthermore, she has a proven track record in talent acquisition, performance management, organizational development, and change management.
Career Progression in HR
Christiana's career in human resources began as a Recruiter at Mandrake from 2006 to 2009. She then worked as a Human Resources Advisor at SNC-Lavalin from 2009 to 2013. Her progressive roles have equipped her with extensive experience in implementing HRIS systems, which streamline HR processes and enhance organizational efficiency. This career trajectory highlights her commitment to advancing in the field of human resources.