Kayla Silva
About Kayla Silva
Kayla Silva is an HR Business Partner with extensive experience in human resources across various companies, including WeWork and Smarsh. She emphasizes autonomy, trust, and collaboration in her leadership approach.
Current Role at Responsive
Kayla Silva serves as an HR Business Partner at Responsive since 2023. In this role, she focuses on fostering a collaborative work environment and supporting the HR needs of the organization. Her responsibilities include implementing HR strategies that align with business objectives and enhancing employee engagement. She has been instrumental in promoting a culture that values trust and accountability.
Previous Experience at WeWork
Prior to her current position, Kayla worked at WeWork as the People Operations Lead for the US & Canada West from 2017 to 2018. During her 10-month tenure in San Francisco, California, she contributed to the development of HR initiatives that supported the company's growth and employee satisfaction.
Experience at Swift
Kayla held the position of Director - People (HR) at Swift from 2022 to 2023. In this role, she was responsible for overseeing HR functions and driving people-related strategies. Her time in Portland, Oregon, allowed her to further develop her leadership skills and enhance organizational effectiveness.
Educational Background
Kayla Silva earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology with a minor in Business Administration from Sonoma State University. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Science in Organizational Development from the University of San Francisco. This academic foundation supports her expertise in human resources and organizational dynamics.
Leadership Approach and Philosophy
Kayla's leadership approach emphasizes autonomy and trust, fostering a culture of accountability and integrity within her teams. She is committed to cultivating relationships and navigating workplace dynamics to ensure effective collaboration. Her growth mindset drives her to seek creative solutions for both immediate challenges and long-term scalability.