Candice Cuthbertson, MBA
About Candice Cuthbertson, MBA
Candice Cuthbertson, MBA, serves as the Director HR Business Partner at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, where she focuses on strategic HR initiatives. She has extensive experience in human resources, having held various roles at companies such as Electronic Arts, Cepheid, and CooperVision.
Current Role at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
Candice Cuthbertson serves as the Director HR Business Partner at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory since 2023. In this role, she supports the National Ignition Facility (NIF) and Photon Science (PS) Directorate, focusing on strategic HR and workforce initiatives. She collaborates on lab-wide HR initiatives, including performance management and Human Capital Management, contributing to the overall effectiveness of the organization.
Previous Experience in Human Resources
Candice Cuthbertson has extensive experience in human resources across various organizations. She worked at Electronic Arts from 2006 to 2016 in multiple roles, including Human Resources Administrator, Lead PeopleSoft Administrator/HR Coordinator, and Senior Human Resources Business Partner. She also held positions at Cepheid as Senior Human Resources Business Partner and Director of Human Resources Operations from 2017 to 2022. Additionally, she worked at Accellion and Lattice Engines as a Human Resources Generalist.
Educational Background and Qualifications
Candice Cuthbertson earned her Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a focus on Business and Marketing from Notre Dame de Namur University. She also holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Management from San Jose State University. Her educational background supports her expertise in human resources and organizational effectiveness.
Expertise in Organizational Effectiveness
Candice Cuthbertson possesses expertise in fostering a positive workplace culture and advising leadership on organizational effectiveness. Her skills include succession planning and career development, which are essential for enhancing employee engagement and performance within organizations.
Career Progression and Roles
Throughout her career, Candice has progressed through various HR roles, demonstrating her ability to adapt and lead in different environments. She has held senior positions at CooperVision and Cepheid, where she focused on strategic HR initiatives. Her diverse experience in the tech and healthcare sectors has equipped her with a broad understanding of human resources management.