Forrest Kitlas
About Forrest Kitlas
Forrest Kitlas serves as the Vice President of HR Business Partnership at OneTrust, where he has worked since 2024. He has extensive experience in human resources across various industries, including finance, SaaS, insurtech, and gaming.
Work at OneTrust
Forrest Kitlas serves as the Vice President of HR Business Partnership at OneTrust, a position he has held since 2024. His role involves overseeing HR strategies and initiatives that align with the company's business objectives. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area, Kitlas brings extensive experience in human resources and talent acquisition to OneTrust.
Previous Experience in HR and Talent Acquisition
Before joining OneTrust, Forrest Kitlas held various significant roles in human resources and talent acquisition. He worked at Twilio Inc. as Director of HR Business Partner from 2019 to 2022 and served as Vice President of People at LeaseLock from 2022 to 2023. His earlier positions include Senior Manager of Talent Acquisition at Kabam and Talent Acquisition Consultant at FoxNext. Kitlas has also contributed to the HR functions at companies like BlackRock and KSV eSports.
Educational Background
Forrest Kitlas earned a Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Nonfiction from Saint Mary's College of California, where he studied from 2008 to 2010. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in English with a minor in Religious Studies from the same institution, completing his undergraduate studies from 2002 to 2006. His educational background supports his expertise in communication and human resources.
Achievements in the Gaming Industry
Kitlas has made notable contributions to the gaming sector, particularly during his time at Kabam. He played a key role in the successful sales of Kabam Inc. and Aftershock Inc., contributing to strategic exits for both companies. Additionally, he helped establish the eSports franchise Gen G, showcasing his expertise and influence in the gaming industry.
Industry Experience and Skills
Forrest Kitlas possesses a broad industry experience that spans Finance/Fintech, SaaS, InsurTech, and Gaming sectors. He has led HR integration for eight company acquisitions, demonstrating his capabilities in post-purchase integration. His experience working with organizations of varying sizes, from 30 to 10,000 employees, highlights his versatility in managing diverse HR challenges.