Maria Cox
About Maria Cox
Maria Cox is a Senior Director of Human Resources at Melio, where she has worked since 2022. She has extensive experience in HR roles, including positions at WeWork and Chipotle Mexican Grill.
Work at Melio Payments
Maria Cox serves as the Senior Director of Human Resources for the US at Melio, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing HR functions and strategies that support the company's growth and employee engagement in the US market. Her leadership in human resources contributes to the development of a positive workplace culture and effective talent management practices.
Previous Experience at WeWork
Prior to her current role, Maria Cox worked at WeWork as the Senior Director and HR Business Partner for Technology and Corporate Functions from 2018 to 2022. Based in Denver, Colorado, she managed HR initiatives that supported the technology and corporate sectors of the organization on a global scale. Her experience at WeWork involved collaborating with leadership to align HR strategies with business objectives.
Career at Chipotle Mexican Grill
Maria Cox has a notable history with Chipotle Mexican Grill, where she held multiple positions. She began as a Compliance Specialist in 2011 and transitioned to roles including Employee Relations Manager for a six-month period in 2018 and Senior HR Business Partner for the Mid-Atlantic region from 2013 to 2016. Her diverse roles at Chipotle involved ensuring compliance, managing employee relations, and supporting HR functions across various locations.
Education and Expertise
Maria Cox studied at the University of Colorado Denver, where she pursued a Bachelor's degree in International Relations, completing her studies in 2010. Her educational background provides her with a strong foundation in understanding global human resources practices and the complexities of workforce management in diverse environments.