Suzanne Hyatt Chrl
About Suzanne Hyatt Chrl
Suzanne Hyatt is the Chief People Officer at OANDA, with over 25 years of experience in human resources and organizational development. She has held various leadership roles in companies such as Communitech, Rebellion Media, and Axonify, and is recognized for her expertise in human capital strategies and post-merger integration.
Work at OANDA
Suzanne Hyatt currently serves as the Chief People Officer at OANDA, a position she has held since 2019. In this role, she focuses on developing and implementing strategic human resources initiatives that align with the company's goals. Her responsibilities include overseeing talent management, organizational development, and employee engagement. Hyatt's leadership contributes to fostering a culture that prioritizes high performance and values-based practices within the organization.
Previous Experience in Human Resources
Before joining OANDA, Suzanne Hyatt held several significant positions in human resources. She worked as a Senior HR Consultant and Growth Coach at Communitech from 2018 to 2021. Prior to that, she was the Vice President of Human Resources at Rebellion Media from 2011 to 2014 and served as Vice President of People and Culture at Axonify from 2014 to 2018. Additionally, she contributed as a Human Resources Mentor at both the Accelerator Centre and Communitech in 2010-2011.
Education and Expertise
Suzanne Hyatt earned her Bachelor of Arts (Hons) degree from the University of Waterloo, where she studied from 1994 to 1998. She also holds a Human Resources Management Certificate from Conestoga College. In 2013, she achieved Professional Certification in DISC Personality Assessments from Thomas International. Furthermore, she is certified as a Post Merger Integration Specialist by The Institute of Mergers, Acquisitions and Alliances (IMAA) and holds the Certified Human Capital Strategist designation from the Human Capital Institute.
Achievements in Human Capital Development
With over 25 years of experience, Suzanne Hyatt has developed strategic people functions that emphasize human capital development and high performance. She has led M&A efforts, including target due diligence and integration planning, particularly in the SaaS/technology and FinTech/financial services sectors. Additionally, she acts as an advisory mentor for early-stage technology businesses, leveraging her extensive expertise in leadership and human capital strategies.
Membership in Professional Organizations
Suzanne Hyatt has been a member of the Forbes Human Resources Council since 2016. This membership allows her to engage with other HR professionals and share insights on best practices in human resources management. Her involvement in this council underscores her commitment to staying current with industry trends and contributing to the broader HR community.