Marianne Passafaro
About Marianne Passafaro
Marianne Passafaro serves as the Head of People & Culture at hipages, where she has worked since 2018. With a background in human resources and hospitality management, she has held various HR roles across multiple companies, contributing to initiatives such as collaborations with television shows and recruitment programs.
Current Role at hipages
Marianne Passafaro serves as the Head of People & Culture at hipages, a position she has held since 2018. In this role, she oversees the company's human resources strategies and initiatives, focusing on enhancing workplace culture and employee engagement. Her leadership contributes to the overall mission of hipages, which connects homeowners with tradies through its platform. Marianne's proactive approach encourages potential candidates to reach out directly for roles, fostering a dynamic recruitment environment.
Previous Experience at hipages
Prior to her current role, Marianne worked at hipages as the People & Culture Manager from 2016 to 2018. She also held the position of People & Culture Business Partner for a brief period in 2016. During her tenure, she played a significant role in initiatives such as the collaboration with the Australian TV show 'The Block', which showcased the app's functionality in hiring tradies. Her contributions during these years helped shape the company's HR practices.
Education and Expertise
Marianne Passafaro holds a Bachelor in Business Administration with a focus on Human Resources and Marketing from Macquarie University, which she completed from 2005 to 2009. Additionally, she achieved an Advanced Diploma in Hospitality Management from TAFE, studying from 2003 to 2005. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her expertise in human resources and people management.
Career Background in Human Resources
Marianne has extensive experience in human resources, having worked in various roles across multiple organizations. She was an HR Generalist for the APAC region at HotelClub from 2011 to 2015 and served as an HR Coordinator at both InterSystems and BMC Software. Her diverse background in HR roles has equipped her with the skills necessary to manage people and culture effectively in her current position.
Initiatives and Programs
Marianne has been involved in several initiatives aimed at enhancing recruitment and employee engagement at hipages. Notably, she promoted the 'Refer a Friend & Win Program', which targets external candidates to encourage referrals. Her efforts reflect a commitment to building a strong talent pipeline and fostering a collaborative workplace culture.