Catalina Navarrete
About Catalina Navarrete
Catalina Navarrete is an HR Generalist at the Giant Magellan Telescope Organization in Pasadena, CA, where she has worked since 2016. She has a diverse background in human resources and organizational management, with previous roles in training, recruitment, and development across various organizations in Chile and the United States.
Work at Giant Magellan Telescope
Catalina Navarrete has been serving as an HR Generalist at the Giant Magellan Telescope Organization since 2016. In this role, she has implemented organizational development strategies that have enhanced team collaboration and efficiency. Additionally, she has developed and conducted training programs aimed at improving the organizational culture. Navarrete has also played a key role in the onboarding process, ensuring that new hires are effectively integrated into the company culture.
Previous Experience in HR and Training
Before joining the Giant Magellan Telescope Organization, Catalina Navarrete worked at Grupo Security as a Senior Training and Development Analyst from 2012 to 2014. She also held the position of Recruitment and Selection Analyst at Walmart Chile from 2010 to 2011 and served as a Recruitment and Selection Intern at Walmart Chile in 2009. Her diverse experience in HR roles has contributed to her expertise in training and development.
Education and Expertise
Catalina Navarrete holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Universidad de los Andes, which she completed from 2003 to 2009. She furthered her education with a Graduate Certificate in HR and Organizational Management from the same university in 2009. Navarrete also obtained a Master of Science (M.S.) in Applied Psychology from the University of Southern California from 2014 to 2015. Additionally, she earned a Certificate in Diversity and Inclusion for HR from Cornell University ILR School in 2020.
Professional Development Initiatives
At the Giant Magellan Telescope Organization, Catalina Navarrete has been instrumental in developing training programs that focus on improving the organizational culture. Her initiatives are designed to foster a positive work environment and enhance employee engagement. Her background in psychology supports her approach to organizational development and team dynamics.