John Kobe
About John Kobe
John Kobe is the Director of Compensation and Benefits at QuVa Pharma, Inc., where he has worked since 2021. He has extensive experience in human resources, having previously held senior roles at United Airlines and AlliedBarton Security Services.
Current Role at QuVa Pharma
John Kobe serves as the Director of Compensation and Benefits at QuVa Pharma, Inc. since 2021. In this role, he administers health, wellness, and retirement benefits for a diverse workforce located across 20 states. His responsibilities include designing compensation programs that encompass base pay, variable pay, annual adjustments, and market analysis. Kobe's position is based in Houston, Texas, where he contributes to the company's strategic human resources initiatives.
Previous Experience at United Airlines
Prior to his current role, John Kobe worked at United Airlines for 15 years in various capacities. He served as the Director of International Human Resources from 2006 to 2017, where he managed international HR operations. Following this, he held the position of Director of International Compensation & Benefits from 2017 to 2021. In these roles, he developed expertise in managing vendor relationships and addressing complex concerns in both domestic and international markets.
Background in Employee Relations and Recruiting
Before his tenure at United Airlines, John Kobe worked at AlliedBarton Security Services as the Regional Employee Relations/Recruiting Manager from 2002 to 2006. His earlier experience includes working as an Account Manager/Recruiter at Aerotek from 1998 to 2000. These roles provided him with a solid foundation in employee relations and recruitment strategies.
Educational Background
John Kobe studied at the University of Texas, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Biology from 1993 to 1998. This educational background has contributed to his analytical skills and understanding of organizational dynamics in the human resources field.